Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Fellow, an explorer, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author who discovered the five places in the world, dubbed "Blue Zones," where people live the longest, healthiest lives. His career is dedicated to translating his groundbreaking research into actionable strategies for longevity, health, and happiness. He is the Host and Co-producer of the three-time Emmy Award-winning Netflix series, Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones.
Buettner's extensive research into the Blue Zones is chronicled across five New York Times bestselling books, including The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest and The Blue Zones Kitchen. His work fuses scientific reporting with practical advice on diet and lifestyle. His articles on the Blue Zones in The New York Times Magazine and National Geographic are among the most popular ever for both publications, demonstrating the widespread resonance of his findings.
Beyond his writing and media work, Buettner actively implements his discoveries through Blue Zones Projects. These well-being initiatives partner with municipal governments, large employers, and health insurance companies to apply Blue Zones lessons to entire communities, focusing on changes to local environments, public policy, and social networks. To date, this program has dramatically improved the health of more than 5 million Americans.
A recipient of honors such as being named “One of the Best of Davos” at the World Economic Forum, Buettner is a highly sought-after speaker who delivers his inspirational and scientifically grounded message globally, including keynotes at TEDMED and Google Zeitgeist. His presentations offer a clear, actionable blueprint for individuals and organizations to adopt the lifestyle principles of the world's healthiest people, proving that longevity and well-being are not a matter of luck, but of intentional design.
