Dr. Stavros Hatzopoulos has been a faculty member of the Audiology & ENT Clinic at the University of Ferrara, Italy, since 1994. His background is in Biomedical Engineering and Hearing Science (BS from the University of Southern California, MSc from Texas A&M University, and PhD from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts). He received his habilitation as an associate professor in 2014. He is the author of more than 245 book chapters, peer-reviewed papers, and conference presentations. He has participated in numerous European Concerted Action projects in the fields of Otoacoustic Emissions, Genetics, and Nanotechnologies. His main areas of interest are clinical Auditory Electrophysiology, Teleaudiology, and Long-Distance Learning. Currently, he serves as the editor of the Portal on Otoacoustic Emissions and as the Managing Editor of the Hearing, Balance & Communication journal.

El Dr. Armato ha sido director médico ORL en la ULSS 3 Región del Véneto y cuenta con más de 35 años de experiencia en otorrinolaringología, con especial atención a la cirugía del cuello. Su verdadera pasión es, sin embargo, la otoneurología: desde hace muchos años se dedica a la evaluación funcional de pacientes con vértigo, contribuyendo de manera significativa a la práctica clínica y a la divulgación científica. Es autor del volumen “The Video Head Impulse Test - Theoretical and practical aspects” y coautor de numerosos artículos nacionales e internacionales. Además, es Profesor contratado en la Universidad de Padua, Departamento de Neurociencias, en el Grado de Técnicas Audiométricas. Colabora con Inventis desde hace varios años y es una figura de referencia en el mundo vestibular.

Medico (Universidad Nacional de La Plata) Otorrinolaringólogo (Universidad de Buenos Aires)
Profesor titular de Otorrinolaringología Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina
Jefe de Servicio Hospital Británico (Buenos Aires)
Director Médico Vestibular Argentina

• Licenciada en Fonoaudiología. Universidad Del Salvador.
• Prof. Titular de la Cátedra Otoneurología Clínica de la carrera de Licenciatura en Fonoaudiologia de la Universidad del Salvador.   
• Lic. Fga. staff del Hospital Británico de Bs.As.
• Lic. Fga. staff de Vestibular Argentina.   

Private ENT specialist, investigating hearing disorders and vertigo in Tunis, Tunisia.

El Dr. Borghi obtuvo el título en Técnicas Audioprotésicas en 2004 en la Universidad de Parma.
Desde 2005 trabaja en Amplifon en Reggio Emilia, donde gestiona dos centros.
Entre 2008 y 2010 completó el Máster en Rehabilitación Audioprotésica de la sordera infantil, organizado conjuntamente por la Universidad de Padua y la Universidad de Módena y Reggio Emilia.
Desde 2013 es docente en segundo y tercer año del Grado en Técnicas Audioprotésicas en la Universidad de Parma, y desde 2022 es docente en segundo año del Grado en Técnicas Audiométricas en la Universidad de Padua, sede de Venecia.
Formó parte del panel de expertos que publicó las nuevas guías sobre implantes cocleares en 2024 y del grupo de audioprotesistas que elaboró las guías de la profesión en 2022.
Ha sido responsable científico de diversos cursos y, desde 2023, es cofundador junto con el profesor Scimemi del “Laboratorio Práctico en Técnicas Audioprotésicas Scimemi-Borghi” y de la “ficha audioprotésica pediátrica”, publicada en 2023.

Pietro Scimemi is a physician and surgeon, a specialist in audiology and phoniatrics, and an associate professor of Audiology and Phoniatrics at the University of Padua. He teaches Audiology in the bachelor’s degree programs in Audiometric Techniques and Hearing Aid Fitting Techniques at the university’s School of Medicine. His clinical work, carried out at the Audiology and Otoneurology Unit (UOSD) of the Venice Civil Hospital, and his research focus specifically on the diagnosis and prosthetic-rehabilitative treatment of hearing loss in children and the elderly. He is also a lecturer in numerous training and continuing education courses for medical specialists in audiology, phoniatrics, and otolaryngology, as well as for hearing aid specialists, audiometric technicians, and speech-language pathologists.

As Chief Hearing Health Officer, Dave Fabry, Ph.D., studies and educates on the link between hearing loss and other health issues such as dementia, depression, and overall well-being. He works closely with the clinical audiology department to develop innovations to best meet patient needs, as well as with our engineering and marketing teams to help Starkey continue to design and provide superior products with the understanding that hearing care is health care.
Dave Fabry received his Ph.D. in hearing science from the University of Minnesota. Subsequently, he divided his career between academic/clinical roles at the Mayo Clinic, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, the University of Miami Medical Center, and several industry positions. He served as President and Board Member of the American Academy of Audiology and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the American Auditory Society.
Additionally, Dave Fabry has served as Editor-in-Chief of Audiology Today and the American Journal of Audiology, and as Section Editor of Ear and Hearing. He is licensed as an Audiologist in Minnesota, Florida, and Rwanda.
His 40 years of industry experience and proven ability to implement forward-thinking concepts is instrumental in shaping the future innovations at Starkey.

Madison Levine, BC-HIS, is a second-generation hearing healthcare professional and the founder of Levine Hearing, an independent practice in South Charlotte. Inspired by her mother’s 30-year career in hearing care, she built her professional path around patient-centered, evidence-based solutions. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and is Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences, a certification reflecting her commitment to ongoing learning and professional excellence. Madison has managed successful hearing care practices and now leads a dedicated team of audiologists and support staff. As a recognized thought leader, she has presented nationally at leading industry events, including the International Hearing Society Conference, HearWorld, Dr. Gyl’s WOW Retreat, and TEDx Sugar Creek Women. Her work focuses on elevating hearing care as an essential part of overall health, cognitive longevity, and quality of life.

Blaise Delfino, M.S. – HIS is an innovative leader in the field of hearing healthcare with 11 years of experience as a licensed hearing instrument specialist. With a progressive career spanning operations, sales, marketing, and business management, Blaise possesses a wealth of experience and expertise that has been proven in the audiology private practice setting.
As a former private practice owner, he encountered patients from all walks of life, understanding the diverse financial circumstances they may face. With a steadfast dedication to prioritizing the needs of the patient over financial constraints, Blaise consistently fit patients to their specific hearing needs. This mindset ensured that optimal care and financial accessibility were harmoniously balanced, promoting a patient-centered approach while also maintaining the sustainability and success of the practice.
Known for a forward-thinking and performance-oriented approach, Blaise constantly strives to push the boundaries of innovation in the industry. He invented the world’s first custom adjustable earplug called “Fader Plugs” and hosts a top-rated hearing healthcare podcast, The Hearing Matters Podcast. With a deep understanding of the challenges individuals with hearing loss face, Blaise is dedicated to spreading awareness and improving access to quality care.
In addition to his hands-on experience as a private practice owner, he also serves as the Director of Professional Relations at Starkey Hearing Technologies.

Salvatore Martellucci is ENT medical director at the Latina Hospital. He deals with the treatment of ear, nose and throat pathologies in adults and children but also with the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnoea, an increasingly common pathology associated with high cardiovascular risk. In addition to his outpatient activities and endoscopic diagnostics, he performs surgery in hospital and in private practice. Dr. Martellucci's main fields of interest are functional rhino-sinus surgery, cosmetic surgery of the nose, endolaryngeal phonosurgery, snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea surgery. He is a speaker at various congresses, seminars, webinars and author of publications in national and international scientific journals.

Dr. Arnaud Devèze is an ENT surgeon based in Marseille, France, recognized for his expertise in inner ear disorders, hearing loss, and vestibular diseases. He practices at the Institut de l'Oreille at Hôpital Privé Clairval and at the Cochlear Implant Center of the Conception University Hospital. He is also actively involved in research focusing on the biomechanics of the inner ear.

Driven by a commitment to improving patients' quality of life, Dr. Devèze founded Audya, a company created to facilitate and optimize the patient care pathway. This vision closely aligns with the values of Inventis/Synapsys, promoting collaboration among all healthcare professionals involved in the ENT patient journey to improve communication, coordination, and continuity of care.