Summary:
Listen Technologies has partnered with Akoio to expand education and adoption of inclusive, assistive listening solutions—such as Auracast broadcast audio—to improve auditory accessibility across workplaces and public spaces.
Key Takeaways:
- The partnership centers on education, awareness, and strategic implementation to demonstrate the human and business value of accessible audio.
- By combining Listen Technologies’ assistive listening expertise with Akoio’s focus on human-centered adoption, the collaboration aims to accelerate use of inclusive audio technologies.
- The initiative is poised to strengthen Listen Technologies’ leadership in pro audio and assistive listening while extending reach through Akoio’s storytelling and engagement capabilities.
Listen Technologies, a provider of advanced wireless listening solutions, has engaged Akoio to expand education and access to inclusive audio experiences. The collaboration aims to highlight how innovative assistive listening technologies like Auracast broadcast audio are helping more people hear clearly in public and private spaces.
Listen Technologies is focused on providing professional audio and assistive listening solutions. Akoio helps organizations adopt impactful solutions that meet the everyday needs of their employees. Together, the companies intend to ensure organizations are inspired to act and equipped with the strategies and tools to create environments where people can thrive.
According to the companies, Listen Technologies and Akoio will focus on education, awareness, and strategic implementations to demonstrate the human and business impacts of access to clear audio.
“This partnership brings together Listen Technologies’ world-class expertise in assistive listening and Akoio’s focus on the human side of hearing technology,” says Bill Schiffmiller, founder and CEO of Akoio. “Together, we are creating solutions that make sound clearer, more inclusive, and more human. For me, this is about advancing ‘Lifelong Sound Health,’ giving people the clarity and connection they need at work, in cultural venues, in healthcare, and throughout daily life. Accessibility is not just a standard but a driver of wellness, dignity, and growth for organizations and the people they serve.”
According to Listen Technologies, the collaboration with Akoio supports the company’s ongoing relationships with its integrators, resellers, and channel partners and reinforces Listen’s leadership in the pro audio and assistive listening markets while extending its reach through Akoio’s expertise in consumer awareness, storytelling, and engagement.
“Listen Technologies and Akoio are committed to creating spaces where sound works for everyone,” says Kasey Kaumans, market development manager at Listen Technologies. “By combining strengths, Listen Technologies and Akoio aim to accelerate the adoption of accessible audio solutions and create greater impact for people of all hearing abilities.”
