Paul Kleyman has many years of deep, first-hand knowledge about issues that pertain to the aging of our population. Because he is engaging and substantive, Paul is truly a worthwhile speaker for any audience.

Paul is a gem. He has been an inspiration to all of us journalists who have grappled with the aging beat. His knowledge of the field is unsurpassed and his willingness to help others knows no bounds.

Kleyman renders complex issues of aging understandable to non-expert and expert alike. The “Dean of Gerontological Journalism,” he has introduced 100s of journalists to the field of aging. A talented writer and dynamic speaker, he brings new ideas, knowledge and enthusiasm about the challenges and opportunities of aging – personal, political, medical and social – to his audience.

Paul Kleyman is a pioneer in the journalism of aging and has used what he has learned to help all of us navigate through a world where ageism is alive and well. His work shines a spotlight on the issues facing an aging population through a lens of diversity, compelling stories and diligent reporting. His passion and determination for change has influenced a wide swath of journalists and leading experts in aging and resonates across with a message of social justice.”

Paul Kleyman created an extraordinary evening, which was truly enlightening and uplifting—despite some of the nitty-gritty realities of aging. As the audience departed from his talk, the attendees were truly engaged and sharing thoughts, all the way out the door. The idea exchange didn’t stop when the lecture did—-which was your goal! It was a very unifying experience for all, very promoting of community action.

No one knows more about #ageism in the #media than veteran journalist Paul Kleyman of @GenBeatOnline. #journalist

There is no journalist working today who knows more about these issues [in aging], or has more experience than Paul Kleyman.

Kleyman is widely regarded as the leading journalist on the U.S. age beat.

Paul Kleyman [is] one of the preeminent journalists on the age beat.

Paul Kleyman has tirelessly supported and also challenged journalists from all walks of life to use their talents to increase the public’s understanding of the aging population and the richness of its diversity. He has mentored numerous journalists from diverse backgrounds, and many have been inspired to continue their coverage of aging well after having worked with him.

Paul’s commitment to informing and connecting journalists focused on our aging nation has been instrumental in stimulating stronger coverage of the longevity economy, even as major media stress pursuit of the Millennial market.

Paul Kleyman has provided vital leadership in the journalism on aging. He has worked diligently to assemble his national and community journalism colleagues to learn about the multiple assets and challenges of aging and to share those lessons with the public and one another. In doing so, Paul has cultivated diverse voices in our multifaceted society to shed light on the aging of America.

For anyone who writes about America’s older population, Paul Kleyman is the go-to source. He knows all the players, understands the issues behind the rhetoric, and whatever the topic is, the chances are that he wrote about it a decade or two earlier. And he shares what he knows, for a simple reason: because he cares.

In 2000, Robert N. Butler, praised Paul for “practically single-handedly creating journalism for aging.”