Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D

Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D

Keynote Speaker: Professor of Human Development at Cornell University; Internationally Renowned Gerontologist & Speaker on Aging-Related Issues

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Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Biography

Karl Pillemer, Ph.D., is one of America’s leading family sociologists and researchers on aging. Dr. Pillemer is Professor of Human Development at Cornell University and Professor of Gerontology in Medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical College.

Throughout his career, Dr. Pillemer’s research has focused on how family relationships develop and change throughout people’s lives. His research takes place in the real world of families and professionals who work with them.

Fifteen years ago, he realized that he had spent most of his career focusing on the problems of families, rather than solutions: “It suddenly hit me that for life’s major challenges, I should go to people who have lived through them and tap their wisdom. So I began a quest to gather the practical advice of real people who surmounted difficulties, survived, and eventually thrived. By distilling and sharing their strategies for success, I could help create a path for everyone in similar situations.”

In his new book, Fault Lines: Fractured Families and How to Mend Them, Dr. Pillemer takes on the devastating problem of family estrangement. Based on interviews with hundreds of people both estranged and reconciled, the book answers such questions as: Why is estrangement a silent epidemic with devastating effects? What leads families into a rift? Most important: What can people do who want to repair broken family ties? Blending social science research with powerful individual stories, Fault Lines is a must-read for people in estrangements and those who love them.

Dr. Pillemer’s first book, 30 Lessons for Living: Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans, became a bestseller and then, a classic. Dr. Pillemer sought out hundreds of extraordinary individuals in their 70s, 80s, and beyond for guidance on living well while growing old in today’s complex world. Readers loved the sage advice and great stories from extraordinary older Americans who shared what they wish they had known when they were starting out.

His second book returned with lessons on love and marriage, drawing on interviews with people married 30, 40, 50 years and more. The book, 30 Lessons for Loving: Advice from the Wisest Americans on Love, Relationships, and Marriage, offers unique wisdom that will enrich anyone’s relationship life, from people searching for the right partner to those working to keep the spark alive after decades together.

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Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Speaking Topics

Karl Pillemer gives keynotes, presentations, and workshops across the country on topics including building strong family relationships, successful aging, and the benefits elder wisdom.

Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Videos

Karl Pillemer (USA) An International Perspective - YouTube
Pillemer, Fractured Families - YouTube
What's the mend for fractured families? - YouTube

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Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Sciences, Aging, Medicine, Professors, Disability, Research & Exploration, Technology, History and Family & Parenting.

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Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D generally travels from Ithaca, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Sciences, Aging and Medicine. The estimated speaking fee range to book Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D generally travels from Ithaca, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marc Freedman, Dr. Syra Madad and Nir Barzilai. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/09/2026.

Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Speaking Topics

  • Karl Pillemer gives keynotes, presentations, and workshops across the country on topics including building strong family relationships, successful aging, and the benefits elder wisdom.

Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Videos

Karl Pillemer (USA) An International Perspective - YouTube
Pillemer, Fractured Families - YouTube
What's the mend for fractured families? - YouTube
Inside Cornell: Karl Pillemer's '30 Lessons for Loving' - YouTube
Couple Things | Karl Pillemer, Ph.D. - YouTube

Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D Reviews

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  • How do I book Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D speak about?

    Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Sciences, Aging, Medicine, Professors, Disability, Research & Exploration, Technology, History and Family & Parenting.
  • Where does Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D travel from?

    Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D generally travels from Ithaca, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Karl A. Pillemer, Ph.D or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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