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Blog Posts
Starkey’s Commitment to Veterans
Did you know veterans are 30 percent more likely to have hearing loss than non-veterans? That statistic, and the people impacted by it, are what drive Starkey's commitment as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon company to support those who served our country, active-duty military and their families. It's also personal for me. My grandfather, Mick Sawalich, enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17 and served in the South Pacific during World War [...]
Starkey Omega AI+: We Don’t Wait for the Future of Hearing Technology. We Build It.
Starkey is legacy-built and future-driven. For nearly 60 years, we've led the industry by challenging conventions, pushing boundaries and introducing innovations that redefine what's possible in hearing healthcare. It's not simply what we do; it's who we are. We do what is best for the patient because what's best for the patient is best for the customer, and that is what's best for Starkey. It's what made Starkey successful yesterday, and it guides us into [...]
Why Advocating for a Greater Purpose Can Set You Apart as a Leader
We've all heard the saying, "If you stand for nothing, you'll fall for anything." As a history buff, I find this quote, typically attributed to Alexander Hamilton, to stand out to me. Apply this motto on a personal level, and you will determine what is important to you. That is your purpose, and it should be the largest driving factor in your vision, affecting every decision along the way. Purpose is just as essential in [...]
Embracing The Storm
I love storms. As a kid growing up in Southern Illinois, I was fascinated by the weather. I used to go outside and watch the storms roll in. You can feel the calm settling in before a storm – Mother Nature’s signal that something is on the way. Another sign a storm is coming is that the cattle will huddle under a tree. Then, when the thunder and rain start, the cattle leave their [...]