The hearing healthcare industry and profession of audiology stand at the crossroads of rapid technological advancement and an ever-increasing global demand, driven in part by aging populations and a heightened awareness of auditory health. This panel discussion brings together global industry innovators with expertise across the hearing sector to provide their forward-looking perspective on the industry, the next wave of innovations, emerging market dynamics, and the evolving expectations of consumers—and the impact of those factors on the profession of audiology. Participants will be introduced to the latest breakthroughs in hearing technology, and predictions about how the convergence of AI, connectivity, and personalized medicine will redefine the hearing health landscape. Panelists will provide insight on the future of the profession and steps that audiologists must take today to create a successful tomorrow.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Attendees will be able to describe emerging market trends influencing consumer behavior
- Attendees will be able to describe the role and responsibility of audiologists and industry partners in global hearing health advocacy and consumer awareness
- Attendees will be able to describe challenges and opportunities facing the profession of audiology and broader hearing health industry, strategies to address them
- Attendees will be able to describe how advancements in hearing technology may contribute to a reimagined user experience and change perceptions of “hearing aids”
Speakers: Randy Baldwin, MBA, Carsten Buhl, Sara Burdak, Au.D., Carsten Buhl, Jackie Douda, Brian Maguire, Tom Tedeschi, Au.D.
Moderator: Stephanie Czuhajewski, CAE, MPH
