About
About the Dr. Alfred A. Kuehn Innovation Institute
The Dr. Alfred A. Kuehn Innovation Institute (AAK Institute) is committed to advancing human health, wellness, and thriving potential. Our mission is rooted in a legacy of scientific excellence, data-driven discovery, and a relentless pursuit of impact.
Board of Directors:
Margaret Boright – Director and President
Stephen J. Gongaware – Director and Vice President
Patrick Gallagher – Director, Secretary, and Treasurer
Gary Kuehn – Director
Our Mission
The roots of the AAK Institute are found in Management Science Associates (MSA), the groundbreaking company founded by Dr. Kuehn to apply scientific rigor and data analytics to real-world challenges. MSA’s success in reshaping industries, ranging from marketing and management science to healthcare analytics, proved that data-driven innovation could spark meaningful, scalable change.
Building on this legacy, the AAK Institute continues the work of turning vision into action and extending our focus to health, wellness, and human flourishing that define enduring progress. The AAK Institute stands as an embodiment of Dr. Kuehn’s belief that discovery is most powerful when it serves the well-being of people everywhere.
Our Vision
See Dr. Alfred A. Kuehn’s vision for the future come to life through the AAK Institute’s mission to extend healthy lifespans and drive human progress.
Founded On Silver. Sustained By Innovation.
What began as a hedge against inflation became a mission focused on health and longevity. Dr. Kuehn invested 100 bars of silver to launch the Institute’s work to extend the healthy years of life.
Our Impact: See the Mission in Action
Our mission lives through action. Through investments, grants, and gifts, the AAK Institute is extending the healthy productive years of life. Explore the stories and initiatives that continue to shape a stronger, healthier future.