Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, and the Ziegler Link-age Funds are pleased to announce Bruce Elliott, CEO of Memory Lane Games, as the recipient of the 2025 John Hopper Impact Award. The announcement was made during the What's Next Longevity Venture Summit in Berkeley, California, hosted by Mary Furlong & Associates.
CHICAGO, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, and the Ziegler Link-age Funds are pleased to announce Bruce Elliott, CEO of Memory Lane Games, as the recipient of the 2025 John Hopper Impact Award. The announcement was made during the What's Next Longevity Venture Summit in Berkeley, California, hosted by Mary Furlong & Associates.
Now in its third year, the John Hopper Impact Award honors an exceptional entrepreneur whose work is transforming the aging experience through innovative, scalable solutions. This year's award focused on the theme of cognitive and behavioral health, recognizing those advancing the quality of life, care, and dignity for individuals living with dementia and related conditions.
"Bruce Elliott exemplifies the kind of visionary leadership this award is meant to celebrate," said Katie Schmitz, Managing Partner of the Ziegler Link-age Funds. "His work at Memory Lane Games demonstrates how technology can enhance—not replace—the human connection, providing meaningful engagement for individuals with dementia while supporting caregivers and families."
Memory Lane Games combines reminiscence therapy, clinical research, and generative AI to create intuitive, culturally personalized games that spark conversation, reduce agitation, and improve quality of life for people living with dementia. The company's platform has been used in more than one hundred countries and has shown measurable benefits in both patient engagement and caregiver well-being.
"Bruce's commitment to empathetic design and evidence-based impact reflects the values John Hopper championed throughout his career," added Mary Furlong, CEO of Mary Furlong & Associates. "At a time when demand for cognitive care solutions is rapidly growing, Memory Lane Games offers a thoughtful, scalable approach that resonates across generations and care environments."
The John Hopper Impact Award was established in memory of the late John Hopper, a trailblazing investor and advocate for innovation in aging. The award honors his legacy by recognizing entrepreneurs who inspire progress, strengthen relationships, and challenge conventional approaches to care.
"It's a tremendous honor to receive this award," said Bruce Elliott. "We believe deeply in the power of stories to connect people—especially those navigating the challenges of dementia. This recognition affirms our mission to deliver joyful, person-centered care through technology that's accessible, respectful, and rooted in empathy."
A video introduction to Memory Lane Games and its impact can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBDJH8h7FYs
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