AARP's Chief Public Policy Officer Shares Answers to the Questions of Midlife and Beyond
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Debra Whitman, EVP and chief public policy officer of AARP, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail Leadership Summit.
Debra Whitman, executive vice president and chief public policy officer of AARP, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail Leadership Summit, held April 28-30 on Amelia Island, FL. The Summit is hosted by our sister organization, Women in Retail Leadership Circle.
Whitman, a leading expert on aging, explored key questions we all face in midlife and beyond: How long will I live? Will I be healthy? Can I maintain my memory? Will I have enough money? Drawing from her best-selling book, “The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond,” as well as compelling research and personal stories, Whitman offered surprising insights and practical advice on brain health, work, caregiving, retirement, and aging well. Her session was perfect for those approaching midlife, navigating later years, or supporting loved ones, providing a road map for a meaningful, vibrant second half of life.