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ACI Alliance Appoints Carrie Spangler as New Executive Director

Spangler will succeed founding ACI Alliance executive director Donna Sorkin, officially assuming the role in mid-June.

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Ampetronic, Listen Technologies Promote Mikey Shaffer to VP of North American Sales

The assistive listening advocate will lead the company’s sales teams to accelerate revenue growth...

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Remembering Mead C. Killion, PhD

Mead Killion, an audiologist and inventor who died at age 86, is remembered for his contributions to audiology and the hearing industry.

In Memoriam: Dr Melvin J. Sorkowitz, Audiology Disruptor, Dies at 86

by Melanie Hamilton | Sep 8, 2025 | People | 1

Dr Melvin J. Sorkowitz a disruptor who helped make audiology what it is today, has died at 86—but his impact still echoes.

Sonova USA Names New VP of Commercial Sales

by Melanie Hamilton | Aug 28, 2025 | People | 0

The new Sonova VP of Commercial Sales at U.S. Hearing Instruments will oversee commercial leadership for both the Phonak and Unitron brands.

Remembering Jack Katz, PhD – Researcher, Author, Speaker, and Clinician

by Melanie Hamilton | Jul 15, 2025 | Auditory Processing Disorders, People | 0

Marshall Chasin fondly remembers Jack Katz, PhD, known for his pioneering work on central auditory processing disorders and improving audiology through research and education. He has died at the age of 91.

Dorothea Wenzel Joins WSA Board of Directors

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 16, 2025 | People | 0

In her new role, Wenzel will lead WSA’s Audit Committee, focusing on internal audit oversight and risk management evaluation.

Otolaryngologist Bobby Mukkamala Sworn in as AMA President

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 10, 2025 | Organizations, People | 0

Bobby Mukkamala, MD, an otolaryngologist from Flint, Michigan, has been sworn in as the 180th president of the American Medical Association.

WSA Americas Region President to Leave Company

by Melanie Hamilton | Jun 10, 2025 | People | 0

Carsten Buhl, WSA president of the Americas Region and executive board member, will leave the company to pursue a new career.

Listen Technologies Hires Eastern US Regional Sales Manager

by Melanie Hamilton | Apr 16, 2025 | Assistive Technologies, People | 0

He will lead the Eastern U.S. team selling Listen Technologies’ full suite of solutions, including ListenWIFI, ListenTALK, ListenRF, ListenIR, and Auri.

Starkey Appoints Government Affairs Director

by Melanie Hamilton | Apr 15, 2025 | People | 0

In this newly created role, Hellier will be tasked with enhancing Starkey’s advocacy efforts, working to advance policies that improve patient access to hearing healthcare.

Starkey Names New Starkey Cares Executive Director

by Melanie Hamilton | Apr 11, 2025 | People | 0

The new executive director will lead Starkey Cares’ U.S. and global initiatives through strategic partnerships and employee-driven philanthropy.

Natus Sensory Adds 3 Executives to Global Leadership Team

by Melanie Hamilton | Apr 10, 2025 | People | 0

Natus Sensory has added three seasoned executives to its global leadership team to drive innovation and growth in newborn care and hearing and balance solutions.

Listen Technologies Names New Financial Controller

by Melanie Hamilton | Apr 9, 2025 | Assistive Technologies, People | 0

As Listen Technologies financial controller, Serpa will manage accounting records, ensure compliance with regulations, analyze financial data, and oversee accounting operations.