Derek Gehl, CEO of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and author whose journey has been shaped by a passion for empowering entrepreneurs and transforming lives. After building one of the world's first internet marketing companies, the birth of his first son in 2008 sparked a pivotal realization: He wanted to create a life that balanced family, business, and personal fulfillment. This led him to sell his company and refocus on building businesses that supported his vision of being present for his children while pursuing his entrepreneurial passions.
As he entered his forties, his path evolved naturally toward helping people in midlife pursue their entrepreneurial dreams while venturing into the health and longevity space, where, from 2017 to 2024, he built numerous successful natural health supplement brands. Derek leads MEA's mission to reimagine midlife and build a vibrant, global pro-aging community. His unique background in entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and wellness, combined with his personal understanding of midlife transition, positions him to help expand MEA's impact while preserving the magic that makes it unique.