Scripps Gerontology Center Speakers Bureau
Our Speakers Bureau offers engaging, research-informed presentations on a wide range of topics related to aging, caregiving, health, and policy.
Are you looking for a speaker for your next meeting, conference, classroom, or community event?
Connect with the aging experts at the Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University.
Our Speakers Bureau offers engaging, research-informed presentations on a wide range of topics related to aging, caregiving, health, and policy. Our goal is to inform, educate, and empower individuals, organizations, businesses, and communities as we navigate the opportunities and challenges of an aging society.
To request a speaker, please visit our Contact Page or email us at Scripps@MiamiOH.edu.
What We Offer




Available Presentation Topics
Explore how demographic shifts impact workforce trends, healthcare systems, and local economies—and what leaders can do to prepare.
Learn how federal, state, and local systems (including Medicaid, Medicare, and the Older Americans Act) support older adults and caregivers.
Discover how ageism shapes policy, practice, and everyday life—and how research-backed strategies can shift the narrative.
Examine innovations in long-term care, workforce development, and person-centered system redesign.
Aging in America: Why It’s Everyone’s Business
Explore how demographic shifts impact workforce trends, healthcare systems, and local economies—and what leaders can do to prepare.
Understanding the Aging Network
Learn how federal, state, and local systems (including Medicaid, Medicare, and the Older Americans Act) support older adults and caregivers.
Reframing Aging & Addressing Ageism
Discover how ageism shapes policy, practice, and everyday life—and how research-backed strategies can shift the narrative.
Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) & System Design
Examine innovations in long-term care, workforce development, and person-centered system redesign.
Supporting Family Caregivers
Understand caregiver stress, resources, and practical strategies to strengthen support systems.
Dementia-Inclusive Communities
Learn evidence-based approaches to improving quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners.
Person-Centered Care in Practice
Explore how honoring preferences improves care outcomes in home and community-based settings.
Healthy Aging Across the Life Course
Explore the role of social engagement, physical activity, and lifelong learning in promoting well-being.
Chronic Disease & Social Determinants of Health
Understand how environment, inequality, and access shape health outcomes in later life.
Fall Prevention & Mobility in Aging
Review evidence-based approaches to reducing fall risk and supporting independence.
Protecting Against Elder Fraud and Scams
Learn how financial exploitation occurs, warning signs to watch for, and prevention strategies grounded in national research.
Intergenerational Programming That Works
Discover how programs like Opening Minds through Art (OMA) and ScrippsAVID build connection and reduce loneliness.
Arts, Creativity & Aging
Learn how creative engagement supports cognitive health and community inclusion.
Building Age-Friendly Communities
Use research and data tools to support planning, transportation, housing, and community livability.
Technology and Aging
Explore how digital tools, AI, and assistive technologies can enhance independence and caregiving.
Designing for Behavior Change in Aging
Learn how human-centered design improves health and service delivery.
Applied Program Evaluation in Aging Services
Strengthen your organization’s ability to measure impact and improve outcomes.
Qualitative & Quantitative Methods in Aging Research
Practical insights for professionals, students, and organizations.
Agile Practices in Higher Education & Research
Improve teamwork, project management, and student learning outcomes.
We can tailor presentations to:
- Healthcare professionals
- Nonprofits and service providers
- Business leaders
- Students and academic audiences
- Policymakers and advocacy groups
- Community organizations
In many cases, we can collaborate to align content with continuing education requirements.
We also participate in community engagement opportunities such as:


Request A Speaker
📧 manninlk@miamioh.edu
📍 Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University
We look forward to partnering with you to advance knowledge, inform decision-making, and strengthen communities as we age.