“America is a nation with a mission - and that mission comes from our most basic beliefs. We have no desire to dominate, no ambitions of empire. Our aim is a democratic peace - a peace founded upon the dignity and rights of every man and woman.” - President George W. Bush I love American history, and I have a deeply-rooted respect for the leaders who have helped guide and shape our great nation. These [...]

I’ve been a Cubs fan for as long as I can remember. Growing up in a small coal mining town in Southern Illinois, it’s something you were born into – you cheered for the Cubs or the Cardinals. Rooting for the Cubs for over 40 years, I learned a lot about disappointment, but I also learned the importance of teamwork. It’s a lesson I brought with me to my years of coaching my son’s little [...]

Before entering the hearing healthcare industry 61 years ago, Bill Austin dreamt of becoming a doctor. He admired medical professionals and their work to save lives. He wanted to make the same impact. But with no money for medical school, Bill took a job making earpieces for hearing aids instead. One day, a man came into the office seeking care. Everyone was busy, so they asked Bill to help. Once Bill helped him hear again, [...]

In August 2018, Starkey unveiled a new generation of hearing technology. We focused on three core principles: better hearing, Healthable™ technology and the intelligent assistant. With Livio AI, Starkey redefined the role of the hearing aid into a want-to-have device. In August 2021, we raised the bar again. Evolv AI is the second generation of the vision we unveiled three years ago. It marks a new era of hearing technology. One that is effortless. Effortless [...]