Tuned, a digital hearing health company, has completed an oversubscribed $3.2m seed extension round that will enable them to scale hearing health benefits for the modern workforce.
The funding was secured in a round led by Unum Group, with participation from Distributed Ventures, two prominent investors in the insurance space.
Tuned focuses on providing preventive and comprehensive hearing health solutions for employers.
With the prevalence of headphones in both personal and professional settings increasing the risk of hearing loss, the firm offers employers a proactive approach to safeguarding their employees’ well-being.
Tuned stands out as the only telehealth platform supporting the entire continuum of hearing care, from prevention to intervention. Led by the largest online group of audiologists in the U.S., the company’s comprehensive hearing benefit is available to over 1.4m individuals.
“The only other options for hearing coverage today are discounted hearing aid programs, which cater only to those with severe hearing issues,” said Danny Aronson, CEO and co-founder of Tuned. “Tuned is different because we offer preventive screenings and education while also identifying and supporting the full spectrum of hearing loss, such as mild or moderate loss, and other auditory disorders.
The latest investment from Unum Group will fuel Tuned’s growth initiatives, including expanding its commercial team, enhancing its audiologist network, and developing innovative offerings for customers.
“Tuned’s groundbreaking approach to hearing health is shaping a future where preventive hearing care is not just an afterthought, but a cornerstone of comprehensive employee health and wellness benefits,” said James Hettenbach, Vice President, Head of Business Ventures at Unum Group. “Tuned is helping to eliminate the misconceptions and stigma surrounding hearing loss while offering an easy way for employees and their families to safeguard their hearing health.”
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