Author, care partner, and advocate for caregivers and those affected by FTD, Emma is a wife, mother of two, and stepmother of three. She is the co-founder and Chief Impact Officer of Make Time Wellness, a brand dedicated to supporting women’s brain health. Emma co-hosts the Make Time Podcast with Helen Christoni and leads the Make Time to Connect YouTube program series, both committed to sharing vital information on cognitive wellness and dementia. Her first book, The Unexpected Journey, will be published this fall. It’s a deeply personal and practical guide to helping caregivers care for themselves while navigating the challenges of a loved one’s dementia.

In 2022, Emma’s husband, Bruce Willis, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Since then, she has become a passionate advocate for caregivers, tirelessly raising awareness about dementia and emphasizing the importance of brain health. Emma’s backing includes pushing for government action to formally recognize FTD’s unique impact on families, patients, and healthcare systems. Her ultimate mission is to see an end to FTD and all neurodegenerative diseases.

Emma’s work has garnered widespread recognition from renowned media outlets and organizations. She was featured on this year’s cover of Town & Country’s Philanthropy Issue and named one of People Magazine’s “Women Changing the World.” Among her upcoming honors, she will receive the Honorary Clio Health Award.

Emma is currently writing her first book, a deeply personal and richly compassionate support guide that helps caregivers care for themselves while they navigate a loved one's illness. It will be published by Maria Shriver’s imprint, The Open Field at Penguin Random House on September 9, 2025.