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Eden Prairie, Minnesota (November, 2023) – Starkey is proud to announce its all-new Genesis AI hearing aids have received a Hearing Technology Innovator Award, marking the second consecutive year Starkey has received this distinction. Through this annual international awards program, Hearing Health & Technology Matters recognizes technological innovation and achievement in the hearing industry. Winners were decided through a public online voting process, during which thousands of votes were cast.

“Five years ago, we set out to engineer a product from the inside out, and as a result, Genesis AI continues to be recognized for excellence in innovation, design and technology,” said Starkey President and CEO, Brandon Sawalich. “I’d like to send my sincere thanks to the many patients and hearing healthcare providers who took the time to give Starkey a vote of confidence in this competition. This recognition illustrates the trusting partnerships we have developed across the hearing industry over more than 50 years. Together, we will lead hearing healthcare into the next decade and beyond.”

For over half a century, Starkey has led the industry in custom hearing technology. Genesis AI builds on Starkey’s industry-first custom rechargeable hearing aid, now offering an unparalleled boost in performance thanks to the new Neuro Processor. Genesis AI custom products provide patients all-day wear convenience along with the comfort and design that can only come from the company that pioneered the ability to sculpt products for every unique ear.

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About Starkey
Starkey is a privately held, global hearing technology company headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Founded by Bill Austin in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative design, development, and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems. Led today by President and CEO Brandon Sawalich, Starkey is the only American-owned provider of hearing technologies. The company has more than 5,000 employees, operates 29 facilities and does business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Learn more at starkey.com.