Company Research Report: Earlens Corporation
Company Overview
Name and Mission
- Company Name: Earlens Corporation
- Mission: To transform the hearing experience so that people with hearing loss can enjoy life's experiences and moments without worrying about their hearing.
Founding
- Founded by: Dr. Rodney Perkins
- Year Founded: No information is available.
Key People
- President & Chief Executive Officer: William M. Facteau
- Chief Operating Officer: J. Connon Samuel
- Chief Technology Officer: Drew Dundas
- Chairman: Thomas M. Prescott
- Board Members: William M. Facteau, David Hardie, Kevin Leary, Jamie Stiles
Headquarters
- Location: No information is available.
Employees
- Number of Employees: No information is available.
Financial Information
- Revenue: No information is available.
Recognition
- Known For: The development and provision of the Earlens® Contact Hearing Solution, which offers a broad bandwidth and superior sound quality using innovative technology.
Products
Product Offering
- Product Name: Earlens® Contact Hearing Solution
- Description: A nonsurgical hearing solution that directly vibrates the eardrum with a tiny lens to activate the natural hearing process.
- Key Features:
- Rich Sound Quality: Offers an auditory experience with rich, clear, and natural sound.
- Broad Frequency Range: Provides 2.5x broader frequency range than traditional hearing aids.
- Custom Fit: Each device is custom-fit to the user's unique ear anatomy and hearing needs.
- Bluetooth Connectivity: Enables streaming to iPhone using Bluetooth with an app for personalized settings.
- No Acoustic Feedback: Gently vibrates the eardrum to use the natural hearing mechanism, eliminating high-pitched feedback.
- Rechargeable: Does not require traditional batteries—comes with a rechargeable processor.
Recent Developments
Product Innovations
- New Products Launched: No information is available.
Enhanced Features
- Features Added: Customized programming for multiple environments through a mobile app, enabling personalized adjustments for varied situations.
Partnerships and Recognition
- Partnerships:
- US ENT Partners inked a deal to offer members priority access to Earlens' novel technology.
- Awards and Recognition:
- Named to Time magazine’s list of Best Inventions in 2020 for the Earlens® Contact Hearing Solution.
- Regulatory Approval: The second generation of Earlens technology received FDA clearance in 2019.
Organizational Developments
- Leadership Changes: Appointment of Connon Samuel as the new Chief Operating Officer.
This report provides a structured insight into the operational scale and technological prowess of Earlens Corporation, focusing on their efforts and advancements in transforming the hearing experience for individuals with hearing loss.
