Key points
- The startup hosts invite-only dinner parties for women.
- Events focus on solving midlife problems using frontier tools.
- Their Substack newsletter has gained over 1,000 subscribers.
Shoshana Berger and Nina Willdorf have launched the Aged Intelligence Society, a fast-growing events startup that brings women together to solve midlife problems using frontier tools. According to Wired, the founders are former editors who saw a gap in how women engage with artificial intelligence. They created invite-only dinner parties to foster practical discussions about AI adoption. The initiative aims to ensure women remain relevant in the work world by actively participating in the AI conversation rather than sitting it out.
By the numbers
- 1,000+ subscribers to their Substack newsletter.
- 2nd dinner party covered by The New York Times.
- Hundreds of women reached out requesting future attendance.
What the figures mean
The demand for these events has been high since the beginning. According to Wired, the second dinner party hosted by the founders was covered by The New York Times. This early media attention helped drive significant interest. Hundreds of women subsequently reached out to the organizers asking to attend future events. The rapid growth indicates a strong appetite for practical AI guidance among women navigating midlife professional and personal challenges.
The founders, who describe themselves as recovering magazine editors, started the society after noticing other women were disengaged from AI conversations at social gatherings. They decided to create a space where women could test tools and share tips. The group’s Substack newsletter, which shares tools and tips, quickly accumulated over 1,000 subscribers. This audience includes diverse professionals such as a New Yorker writer and a small-town mayor.
Women outside the Bay Area are now hosting their own Aged Intelligence meetups, expanding the reach of the initiative. The founders practice what they preach, using AI to manage the heavy cognitive and emotional labor of raising children entering college and caring for aging parents. They view AI as a necessary assistant to handle these intense responsibilities in the interim.
Operational impact
Teams usually evaluate how new technologies integrate with existing workflows. Check whether your current processes support the adoption of frontier tools. Identify which departments need training to use these tools effectively. Ensure that leadership understands the potential benefits and risks. Communicate clearly about expectations and resources. Involve key stakeholders early in the planning process. Monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed. This approach helps organizations manage change smoothly. It also ensures that all employees feel supported during the transition.
What to do and how to stay safe: Aged Intelligence Society
- Review current AI tool usage within your organization.
- Identify opportunities for AI to solve specific midlife or professional challenges.
- Engage with communities or resources that provide practical AI guidance.
- Stay informed about the latest developments in frontier AI tools.
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Frequently asked questions
Who founded the Aged Intelligence Society?
Shoshana Berger and Nina Willdorf founded the Aged Intelligence Society.
What is the focus of the Aged Intelligence Society events?
The events focus on helping women solve midlife problems using frontier AI tools.
How many subscribers does their Substack have?
Their Substack newsletter has over 1,000 subscribers.
