EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (March 12, 2026) — Starkey concluded a successful Joint Defense Veterans Audiology Conference (JDVAC), reinforcing the company’s longstanding commitment to supporting the hearing health of America’s Veterans and the hearing professionals who care for them.
As the only American-owned hearing aid manufacturer, Starkey remains deeply invested in advancing innovation that meets the unique needs of Veterans and active-duty service members. The company’s participation at JDVAC highlighted its continued partnership with audiologists serving the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DOD), with a focus on technologies that support clinical care and improve outcomes for the Veterans they serve.
At the center of Starkey’s innovation is Omega AI, the company’s flagship hearing technology, designed to bring advanced artificial intelligence to hearing healthcare. Omega AI powers Starkey’s newest generation of hearing technology, delivering enhanced sound processing, improved speech understanding, and features designed to support overall health and wellness, helping hearing professionals provide more personalized care for Veterans.
Starkey also highlighted its integration of Auracast, enabling direct access to broadcast audio in public venues such as airports, theaters, and places of worship, helping Veterans stay connected in more environments than ever.
Starkey also highlighted its pioneering role in custom hearing technology. Decades ago, the company helped define the category, setting the standard for custom product sound quality, precision fit, durability, and rechargeability. Today, that legacy continues with Starkey’s fifth generation of custom rechargeable devices, delivering discreet, precision-fit solutions with exceptional sound performance, all-day comfort, and the reliability Veterans depend on.
“Our Veterans deserve the very best in hearing healthcare,” said LTC Dustin Snare, MBA, CPIM, Managing Director of Government Services at Starkey. “JDVAC provides an important opportunity to connect with the audiologists serving those who have served our country. We are proud to stand alongside them with innovations that support clinical excellence and help Veterans stay connected to the people and moments that matter most.”
Following strong engagement at JDVAC, Starkey is continuing the conversation with clinicians nationwide. The company is hosting an at-capacity National Symposium in Orlando, bringing hearing professionals together for hands-on learning and collaboration around the latest advancements in hearing technology. For more information and to register for one of Starkey’s upcoming hands-on, engaging symposiums, click here.
Starkey’s support of the military and Veteran community extends beyond hearing technology. The company is a proud Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization, reflecting its ongoing dedication to supporting service members, Veterans, and their families through employment opportunities, community engagement, and meaningful partnerships.
For more information about Starkey and its commitment to Veteran hearing health, visit https://www.starkey.com/hearing-aids-for-veterans.
About Starkey
Starkey is a leading global innovator in hearing technology and AI-powered hearing aids, headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Since its founding by Bill Austin in 1967 and led today by Brandon Sawalich, Starkey has driven breakthroughs in unmatched sound clarity and machine learning and intelligent hearing technology. As the only American-owned hearing aid manufacturer, Starkey employs over 5,000 professionals across 29 facilities, delivering advanced hearing solutions to customers in 100+ markets worldwide. Explore our smart hearing devices and connected technologies at www.starkey.com.
