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Gary Shapiro, President and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), to Deliver Keynote Address at the Hearing Loss Association of America Annual ConventionThe Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is honored to announce that Consumer Technology Association (CTA)™ President and CEO Gary Shapiro will deliver the keynote address at the HLAA2018 Convention in Minneapolis this June. Known for being a powerhouse in the consumer technology industry, Shapiro has helped direct policymakers and business leaders on the importance of innovation in the U.S. economy, and ensures that technology is accessible to people with disabilities. CTA is also the owner and producer of CES® - the world's largest technology event. Shapiro commented, "I am excited to join HLAA at its annual convention to celebrate great successes such as OTC [Over-the-Counter] hearing devices and life-changing innovations for all people." HLAA Executive Director Barbara Kelley said, "We are pleased to welcome Gary Shapiro (News - Alert), whose motto is, 'Innovation moves us forward as a nation.' HLAA2018 attendees are people who want to stay in the hearing world with technology and will find Gary's outlook on the future both exciting and hopeful." HLAA hosts the nation's most extensive educational program and trade show for people with hearing loss. All plenary and breakout sessions are communication accessible with the use of CART/real-time captioning and hearing loops. Highlights of HLAA2018 will include:
About Hearing Loss Association of America The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA), founded in 1979, opens the world of communication to people with hearing loss through information, education, support and advocacy. In addition to annual conventions, HLAA produces Walk4Hearing events across the country, publishes the bimonthly magazine, Hearing Life, advocates for the rights of people with hearing loss, and has an extensive network of chapters and state organizations across the country. HLAA is located at 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1200, Bethesda, MD 20814. Phone (News - Alert) 301.657.2248 or visit hearingloss.org.
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