Our Team
BLU Journeys is guided by visionary leaders in longevity medicine, wellness, and travel. Together, they bring decades of expertise to create journeys that inspire transformation, foster connection, and extend vitality.
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Our Experts in Health & Wellness
Gordon L. Chen, MD
Chief Executive OfficerIn addition to being a board-certified cardiologist and accomplished business leader, Dr. Gordon Chen is the visionary behind BLU Journeys’ longevity-focused active travel concept.
With two decades of outcomes-based medical experience, Dr. Chen has helped adults across the U.S. live longer, healthier lives. As the Chief Executive Officer of BLU by ThriveWell™, he is driven by a vision to build longevity communities that optimize healthspan and connect people to their purpose.
His leadership is shaped by his tenure as Chief Medical Officer at ChenMed, where he and his family pioneered a personalized approach to healthcare that empowers individuals to thrive. BLU Journeys is a natural extension of that mission — bringing the principles of longevity medicine into immersive travel experiences around the world.
Jessica Chen, MD
Chief Health & Wellness OfficerDr. Jessica Chen is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Diplomat of the Board of Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine. She brings deep expertise in wellness, nutrition, and preventive health to every BLU Journey.
As Chief Health & Wellness Officer for BLU by ThriveWell™, Dr. Chen curates the wellness rhythms and nutritional foundations of each experience — from designing plant-forward menus in far-off locales to shaping daily lifestyle practices that support long-term vitality.
Her leadership is grounded in years of experience as Chief Clinical Officer at ChenMed, where she trained hundreds of physicians and clinical leaders in patient-centered, outcomes-based care. Through BLU Journeys, she extends this expertise to travelers, ensuring every journey is personalized, preventive, and designed for real-life integration.
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Our Expert in Travel
Carmen Curro
Chief Operations OfficerCarmen is a seasoned travel leader with over 18 years of experience designing and leading transformative journeys across the globe. Beginning as a rafting guide and backpacking instructor in Colorado, he grew to oversee large-scale wilderness operations, training teams of 50+ guides and leading thousands of participants through multi-day expeditions.
Internationally, Carmen has coordinated and led service trips to Nicaragua for over 1,000 travelers, blending adventure with purpose. As a travel advisor, he has curated experiences across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas, specializing in custom itineraries and concierge-level support.
His leadership combines operational excellence, educational vision, and a deep commitment to longevity-focused living—helping shape every BLU Journey into a catalyst for lasting vitality.
Join A Journey with Us!
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Costa Rica
Spring 2026
Madeira, Portugal
Fall 2026
