Building Human-Centric Ventures for a
Better Aging Future
Our Impact
1400+
Users Empowered
20+
Years of Experience in the Japanese Market
150m+
Total Revenue Generated by Our Ventures
INVEST WITH US
We Focus on What Works
Living Best is a venture builder focused on creating & supporting human-centric solutions across the entire aging continuum – from wellness in your 50s, to prevention in your 60s, and care in your 80s and beyond. We’re not just about technology; we’re about outcomes that truly improve lives.
Evidence-Driven
Our decisions are based on solid evidence, significantly de-risking investments
Community-Powered
Our diverse community of users and experts drives every aspect of our venture development
Holistic Approach
We address the full spectrum of aging needs, creating interconnected solutions
JAPAN AGETECH ACCELERATOR FOR INNOVATORS
Your Catalyst for Market Success
We provide user research, market entry, and scaling support to help you expand in the world’s most aged markets – starting with Japan. Our community offers:
Access to the Japanese market and beyond
A network of users for testing and validation
Connections to investors and partners
Join a Global Community of AgeTech Innovators
For agetech ecosystem stakeholders
The Living Best Professional Group is a global community designed for various stakeholders to connect with high-impact AgeTech startups and facilitate their access to strategic resources to accelerate their share in key markets.
Our ~1000 member community includes Investors, Corporations, Care Facilities, Distributors, Academia, Government, & Service Providers – all committed to developing and popularizing AgeTech solutions that enrich the lives of ageing adults in Japan and beyond.
Join us to gain exclusive access to curated ventures that align with your strategic goals and have been identified by our User Group as having high potential to revolutionize the AgeTech industry both in Japan, & globally.
Invest in the Future of Aging
We align investors with companies operating at the nexus of global impact & profit. Our approach ensures that the investment being made in the future of aging creates the most impact for everybody: users, caregivers, families, businesses, and governments.
User-Led Innovation
We leverage our user community to develop human-centric ventures, increasing chances of market adoption / success
Comprehensive Market Insights
Our 20+ years of research experience is our unfair advantage: empowering innovators we support to build differentiated ventures
Japanese Market Expertise
We bring clarity to one of the most opaque markets in the world
Our ventures
We validate global AgeTech companies with both our User & Professional Groups, then support them to expand in Japan.
- Comfort Linen
- Steadiwear
- Obie for Seniors
Comfort Linen
Comfort Linen’s mission is to provide ease of movement, freedom, relief and the promise of better sleep to individuals dealing with mobility challenges and age-related conditions.
Steadiwear
Steadiwear’s mission is to improve life for those with hand tremors by providing wearable technology that allows them to perform daily tasks with greater ease and confidence.
Obie for Seniors
Dominic Carter
Co-Founder, Living Best
As founder and CEO of The Carter Group, with over three decades in consumer insights and strategy, Dominic brings unparalleled market understanding to Living Best. His vision of transforming aging challenges into opportunities drives our mission to create impactful, user-centered solutions that enhance quality of life for older adults.
Debbie Howard
Co-Founder, Living Best
Debbie’s 35+ years of experience in Japan and personal caregiving journey fuel her dedication to AgeTech innovation. Chairman of The Carter Group, her expertise in cross-cultural business strategies and deep connections in the Japanese market are invaluable in guiding our ventures to success.
Adam Claydon-Platt
Head of Ventures
Adam’s two decades of entrepreneurial experience in Japan, combined with his passion for sustainable development, make him the ideal leader for our venture-building efforts. He excels at identifying high-potential startups and fostering collaborations that drive meaningful innovation in the AgeTech space.
Asako Kurosaki
General Manager
Asako’s strategic acumen and operational expertise ensure the seamless execution of Living Best’s initiatives. Her commitment to fostering community engagement among both professionals and users is key to our human-centric approach, ensuring our solutions truly resonate with those we serve.
Startup highlight
We validate global AgeTech companies with our User Community, then support them to expand in Japan.
Comfort Linen
ComfortLinen’s mission is to provide a restful, comfortable, and healthier sleep experience for individuals dealing with mobility challenges and age-related conditions.
Steadiwear
Steadiwear’s mission is to improve the lives of individuals living with hand tremors by providing an effective, wearable solution.
Obie for Seniors
Obie’s mission is to create engaging, interactive experiences that promote cognitive stimulation, physical activity, and social interaction for older adults.
Built by people who put heads, hearts and hands together for more than profit
Working with the Living Best team has been a highly positive experience. Their support has been consistent, responsive, and super professional, making the collaboration smooth and effective.
Ariel Almos
Obie for Seniors
Living Best are an awesome partner in the Agetech ecosystem to work with. They are well-versed in the Japanese market and plugged in with the right contacts.
Emile Maamary
Steadiwear
CarterJMRN has been instrumental in Comfort Linen’s successful entry into the Japanese market. Their deep market insights and unwavering support helped us refine our strategy, leading to our first distribution agreement.
Nancy McGovern
Comfort Linen
Living Best are an awesome partner in the Agetech ecosystem to work with. They are well-versed in the Japanese market and plugged in with the right contacts.
Emile Maamary
Steadiwear