At the 2025 Inc. 5000 Conference, Daymond John outlined his vision for longevity and how entrepreneurs can thrive by merging health, technology, and business strategy. The full insights are captured in the recent Forbes article covering his panel at the conference.
During the panel alongside Jake Plummer — former NFL quarterback and co-founder of the functional-mushroom company Umbo — Daymond John openly shared his goal to live to be 120 years old. “I’ve been telling everybody that,” he said, reflecting on his personal health journey which was sparked by a post-pandemic reevaluation of his lifestyle and previous cancer scare.
Daymond John described his approach as experimental and personal: “We’re always microdosing ourselves, and we have to figure out what works best for us.” He likened himself to “the Anthony Bourdain of biohacking,” emphasizing that longevity is less about quick fixes and more about consistent self-exploration and adaptation.
Beyond personal wellness, Daymond John sees biohacking and functional health products as major opportunities for innovation and investment. He noted that over the past few years, he has increasingly backed companies in the health-and-wellness vertical — especially those using emerging technologies such as AI to personalize nutrition, supplement intake, and overall health plans.
Through his remarks at Inc. 5000, Daymond John reaffirmed a core principle that has driven his career: success isn’t just about business growth — it's about building a sustainable, healthy foundation to fuel long-term impact.
