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David Dorris, Ph.D. |
Acquisition of Texas-based Distributor Part of Ongoing Business Investment Strategy.
Schaumburg, IL. - January 22, 2013 – GN Otometrics, the world leader in hearing and balance diagnostic systems, announced today that it has acquired Audio Electronics, Inc., a Texas-based distributor of audiometric and vestibular equipment. David Dorris, Ph.D., who most recently was president of Audio Electronics, will remain at the helm of the organization, as general manager, and will report to Dan McNulty, general manager of GN Otometrics.
“Otometrics’ acquisition of Audio Electronics is consistent with our overall strategy of securing a viable route to market for our innovative products,” said McNulty. “During the last three years of David’s leadership, Audio Electronics has modernized its operations and shown a strong commitment to improving their level of service to hearing and vestibular care customers. With this acquisition, Otometrics is continuing to invest in the future.”
Audio Electronics will continue to service all brands of equipment, in Texas, and will discontinue the sale of all William Demant products after February 2, 2013. Moving forward, Audio Electronics will sell the following brands: GN Otometrics (AURICAL, ICS, MADSEN), Acoustic Systems, AudioScan, Benson Medical Instruments, Bio-logic, Intelligent Hearing Systems, Otodynamics and Vivosonic.
Audio Electronics will maintain its operation in Austin, with the sales, service and office staff remaining in place. A wholly owned subsidiary of Otometrics, the company will continue to operate under the name Audio Electronics.
“Otometrics is the clear leader in audiology and vestibular instrumentation,” said Dorris. “Our new relationship with Otometrics, and continued representation of innovative and high-quality product lines, affords us the opportunity to provide the highest level of service to our diverse customer base. The formal partnership with Otometrics represents a natural progression for our business and our customers.”
About GN Otometrics North America
Copenhagen-based GN Otometrics is the world's leading manufacturer of hearing and balance instruments and software. The company has solutions ranging from infant-screening applications and audiologic diagnostics, to balance testing and hearing-instrument fitting. Visit https://www.otometrics.com/ or the Otometrics Expo Page on AudiologyOnline for more information.
About Audio Electronics, Inc.
Since 1971, Audio Electronics has provided hearing professionals with high quality audiometric equipment and service. Specializing in instrumentation for audiometry, tympanometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), ENG/VNG, hearing aid fitting, auditory evoked potentials, soundrooms and vision screening, Audio Electronics provides the equipment and support that any hearing professional or occupational health professional may require. For more information about Audio Electronics, call 1 (800) 635-4033.
