Today on The Casey Adams Show, I sit down with Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey, the #1 hearing aid company in the U.S. With over 5,000 employees across 29 countries, Starkey is leading the way in hearing innovation by integrating AI, sensors, and health and wellness technology into their products, transforming hearing aids into high-tech health devices.
Brandon has spent 30 years in the hearing industry, working across multiple areas of the company before becoming CEO in 2020. His forward-thinking leadership and commitment to continuous innovation have helped Starkey maintain its reputation for groundbreaking products and expand its market dominance. Under his leadership, Starkey has set the standard for the best sound quality and advanced technology available.
In this episode, we dive into the business of Starkey through Brandon’s journey—how he helped scale the company, drive strategic direction, and shape the future of hearing technology. We also discuss the importance of hearing health, the role of artificial intelligence in hearing aids, and what’s next for the industry.
Brandon has also served as Chairman of the Board for the Hearing Industries Association, working with government leaders to expand hearing aid accessibility. He is a member of the George W. Bush Presidential Center’s Executive Advisory Council and was named ‘Executive of the Year’ in the 2023 Excellence in Customer Service Awards.
Tune in for an insightful conversation on leadership, innovation, and how technology is shaping the future of hearing health.
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