Ryan Schneider and Max Schlather
Founder
Ryan Schneider is a seasoned entrepreneur and health advocate who has raised over $30M in venture capital and led a startup to over $40M in annual revenue. At 40, he realized his health had slipped and, driven by a desire to stay vibrant for his two young kids, re-committed to wellness. This passion led him to co-found Thrive25, which is a Personal Longevity Advisor, an accessible platform that anyone can use to optimize their health.
Max Schlather brings nearly two decades of healthcare consulting experience to his role as the co-founder of Thrive25. Having worked extensively with insurance companies, healthcare providers, and retail pharmacies, Max witnessed firsthand the inefficiencies and challenges within the industry. Frustrated by the lack of direct impact on consumers’ lives, Max was driven to create a solution that empowers individuals to take control of their health.
Their journey began with a deep passion for sports. Growing up in the early '90s, sports were their life. They played daily, watched SportsCenter religiously, and even tracked stats for their favorite players. But like many of us, nutrition wasn’t a focus back then. Their diet was often full of carbs and sugar, simply because the knowledge wasn't there. This early experience planted the seed for their later interest in health and longevity.
As busy working dads in their 40s, Ryan and Max found themselves struggling with their own health, realizing that staying fit and energetic isn't just about avoiding sickness, it's about thriving in every aspect of life. This realization led to the creation of Thrive25, a platform that helps people like them turn their healthcare plans into personalized longevity strategies.
They have published over 300 articles on personal growth and transformation in the health and wellness industry, and have helped about 10,000 people with their journeys. Their message centers on helping people reclaim not just their physical health, but also their mental and emotional well-being, providing a 360-degree approach to personal transformation, which I believe would resonate greatly with your audience.
Ryan and Max's message is particularly relevant to busy parents who struggle to balance work, family, and personal health. They emphasize the idea that optimizing health doesn’t have to mean expensive out-of-pocket wellness services or navigating a confusing healthcare system. Instead, it’s about making small, practical changes and using the resources we already have to improve our daily lives. This aligns with the Thrive25 mission to make longevity accessible to everyone, not just the elite.
They’ve navigated the challenges of starting a company in a $4.5 trillion industry and positioned themselves as thought leaders in health and wellness. Ryan and Max bring a unique perspective that could deeply engage your audience, discussing how sports, parenting, and a proactive approach to health intersect.