Phonak has an Olympic hopeful as ambassador

Phonak has welcomed a first-time Olympian, sprint kayak specialist Aaron Small, as an official Global Brand Ambassador ahead of the Summer Games in Paris. "It is an exciting time as the world prepares for competition this summer. Our partnership with Aaron highlights the convergence of hearing technology and sports, celebrating the values of perseverance, resiliency, and the pursuit of excellence that both worlds share," said Oliver Frank, Vice President of Phonak Marketing. When he was just 22, Aaron Small made his mark as a top paddler. From Seattle, Washington, USA, he has become a key figure in the U.S. kayak scene. With an impressive track record at the Pan American Games and winning gold at the Olympic Qualifiers this past April, Aaron must fancy his chances alongside his race partner, Jonas Ecker. The Paris Olympics will be the first time in 20 years, since the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, that a US men's team boat has qualified to compete for...