ReSound Highlights the Importance of R&D in Developing Innovative Smart Hearing Technologies.
BLOOMINGTON, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, ReSound hosted Congressman Erik Paulsen (MN-03) at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Bloomington. During the visit, ReSound demonstrated its role in advancing the hearing aid industry through its complete portfolio of Smart Hearing solutions, and recognized Rep. Paulsen for his commitment to supporting research and innovation in the industry as well as his advocacy for individuals living with hearing loss.
(L to R) Kim Lody, President of ReSound North America, Representative Erik Paulsen (MN-03), Andy Bopp, Executive Director of Hearing Industries Association, Robert Fuglem, ReSound Hearing Aid Wearer and Rosemary Haynes, Robert’s fiancé. (Photo: Business Wire).
“At ReSound, we are proud to lead the industry in developing innovative technologies that give people the best hearing experience possible, and we are constantly striving to redefine modern hearing care,” said Kim Lody, president of ReSound North America. “We are pleased to recognize Rep. Erik Paulsen for his commitment to the success of the hearing aid industry in the Twin Cities. He is a longstanding champion for the work that ReSound is doing here in Bloomington, which is vital as we continue to provide effective solutions for people living with hearing loss across the United States.”
Rep. Paulsen visited ReSound’s facilities to learn more about the company’s positive impact in Minnesota, including a joint three-year Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) with Normandale Community College, which aims to provide training for job growth and retention in the Minnesota workforce. The visit included a tour of ReSound’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, where Rep. Paulsen met with employees to learn more about the processes behind developing ReSound Smart Hearing aids. Rep. Paulsen also met with local ReSound wearer, Robert Fuglem, who shared perspective on the real world benefits of advancements in hearing technologies.
“Technologically advanced hearing aids from ReSound are just another example of why it is important to encourage life-changing medical innovation,” said Paulsen. “Whether it’s hearing loss or addressing another medical condition, we need policies to help develop and invent the next great idea that can improve the lives of those in need. I enjoyed meeting with ReSound's employees and visiting their leadership team.”
Also in attendance for Rep. Paulsen’s visit was Andy Bopp, Executive Director of the Hearing Industries Association (HIA), an organization that represents the country’s hearing aid manufacturers.
ReSound’s U.S. headquarters in Bloomington is home to a research facility and manufacturing plant, and employs almost 600 people. As part of GN Hearing, a global leader in the hearing aid industry, ReSound provides innovative Smart Hearing solutions worldwide through a network of hearing care professionals. Consumers can find more information about ReSound’s Smart Hearing aids by visiting www.resound.com.
About ReSound
ReSound is a leading international developer and manufacturer of innovative hearing healthcare solutions committed to let people hear more, do more and be more than they ever thought possible. The company has reinvented the hearing system with its revolutionary ReSound Smart Hearing aids that give impressive sound and personal freedom to hearing aid users through wireless smartphone and tablet connectivity. ReSound is part of GN Group comprising a unique portfolio of medical, professional & consumer sound solutions that make life sound better through its research, insights, and expertise in sound. Learn more about ReSound on the ReSound Expo Page on AudiologyOnline.
