March 2009 - Copenhagen, Denmark - Oticon A/S has named Thomas E. Christensen as Vice President of Research & Development. In his new position, Christensen will lead Oticon's research and product development teams in the development of innovative and breakthrough advanced technology hearing solutions, a pursuit that has earned Oticon a leadership position in the hearing care industry.Christensen joined Oticon A/S in 1990 and was a key member of the pioneering team that brought DigiFocus, the first ear-level fully digital hearing instrument, successfully to market. Prior to joining Oticon, Christensen worked in technology and product development at Ødegaard & Danneskiold-Samsøe and Danish Micro Engineering.
In 2007, Christensen moved to Brüel & Kjær Sound, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of sound and vibration solutions, where he served as Vice President of R&D before returning to Oticon A/S in 2008.
"Thomas has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to motivate and to inspire innovative concepts and products," states Søren Nielsen, President of Oticon A/S. "His considerable experience and knowledge of advanced technology hearing solutions and his willingness to meet both opportunities and challenges make him an ideal choice for this position."
Christensen holds a M.Sc. in electrical engineering from the Danish Technical University.
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