An 85-Year-Old CEO’s Unpaid Mission to Revolutionize Healthcare

At 85, most people are winding down, but one entrepreneur is charging full steam ahead without a salary. His goal? Making healthcare cheaper, faster, and easier to access for everyone. Back in 2006, he cofounded a company that let migrant workers video-call their families and send money at the same time. After seeing how useful the tech could be, he pivoted to healthcare, aiming to bring doctor visits to remote areas through telemedicine and self-service clinics. By 2015, his team had built a basic prototype using satellite tech. By 2019, they demonstrated a fully automated clinic room that cleaned itself after each use. The pandemic pushed them further, adding smart chairs and rebranding the company. Today, they’ve raised over $2 million, tested a working model, and hold four patents. They’re now raising more money to expand to 2, 500 locations, starting in areas where healthcare is scarce. The CEO could pay himself—but he hasn’t in 15 years. Why? The company isn’t profitable enough yet. Instead, he stays driven by the mission: proving that healthcare shouldn’t be a luxury. His work isn’t just about profits; it’s about solving a real problem.His daily routine is packed. He starts at 7 a. m. and works until 10 p. m. , managing his team remotely from his condo. He stays connected 24/7, even on weekends. But he still finds time for news, games, and family. His LinkedIn following has grown to over 14, 000, leading to awards and speaking invitations. Colleagues and friends know not to disturb him during work hours—but he’s always reachable for emergencies. Health is a priority too; he’s got a good medical team watching over him. Outside the office, he’s just as active. He sings in his church choir, dances regularly, and organizes community events. He’s led tech upgrades in his condo building and even served as its president. He reads a book a month, watches movies, and takes part in holiday parties and local theater. His philosophy? Stay busy, stay engaged, and enjoy life. He credits modern medicine for his longevity. Surviving childhood illness, war, and two cancers, he’s grateful—and wants to give back by bringing better healthcare to those who need it most. He doesn’t plan to stop anytime soon. After his wife passed, he considered retiring, but the timing felt wrong. With market conditions favoring his vision, he’s focused on training the next generation to lead. His message is clear: age isn’t a limit—it’s just a number. Work hard when it’s time to work, but don’t forget to live.