Ivan Sandager is the Co-Founder and CCO of IDUN audio, and brings nearly 20 years of experience across the audio industry. His background spans hearing health, test and measurement, audio components, and software—giving him a comprehensive perspective on the technical and commercial challenges shaping the field. 

At IDUN audio, Ivan leads the company’s mission to deliver embedded spatial audio solutions that are both innovative and practical. IDUN is recognised as a pioneer in edge-based spatial audio processing, with a focus on creating experiences that resonate with end users. The company is particularly focused on enabling new use cases such as spatialized navigation, multi-source separation, and user-driven audio personalisation—helping to unlock the full potential of spatial sound in everyday applications. 

Marcos Simon is the Co-Founder and CEO of Audioscenic, a deep-tech startup pioneering the next generation of spatial audio experiences. With a background in signal processing and a passion for immersive technologies, Marcos has led the development and commercialisation of Amphi technology, which uses AI-driven beamforming to deliver personalised 3D audio without headphones. Audioscenic works with leading consumer electronics and automotive brands to democratise the consumption of spatial audio.

Ivan Dimkovic is a dynamic co-founder and strategic powerhouse with 26 years of experience in software development, product management, and business development across the high-tech industry. As a co-founder and Technical Strategic Advisor at Cinemo, Ivan has been instrumental in steering the company’s trajectory, driving breakthrough innovation and shaping its strategic direction.

An inventive strategist and recognised thought leader, Ivan holds seven patents that underscore his lasting impact on the automotive and multimedia sectors. His profound insights and forward-thinking approach make him a compelling and inspiring speaker, ideal for audiences eager to explore the future of high-tech innovation and digital transformation. 

Michael Johnson has over two decades of experience in the global audio industry, having held senior commercial and marketing roles at Rega Research, KEF, and currently Monitor Audio Group. As UK Commercial Head and Global Marketing Director at Monitor Audio Group, Michael plays a central role in shaping and executing the company’s strategic vision, driving brand value and commercial performance across international markets. 

With a strong foundation in both commercial leadership and brand strategy, Michael combines a data-driven approach with a passion for building meaningful customer and partner relationships. He is a strong advocate for the role of marketing as a growth driver, underpinned by continuous learning and innovation. His work is grounded in a lifelong appreciation for music and sound, and a belief that world-class audio deserves world-class storytelling. 

Michael is committed to strengthening the Group’s position as a leader in British high-fidelity audio, while supporting its global network of distributors and integrators through impactful brand, marketing and go-to-market initiatives. 

Alastair is Technology Lead at RNID, the national charity supporting the 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. His responsibilities include keeping abreast of, communicating the benefits of, and influencing the development of cutting-edge hearing technology.  This includes consultancy work with corporate partners, academic engagement, and user research. Current topics include Auracast and the future of hearing health. 

Alastair has an MEng degree in Electronic Engineering with Musical Technology Systems and a PhD in binaural sound, both from University of York, UK. He has worked in industry as a hardware design engineer for a consumer audio brand and for over a decade was a postdoctoral researcher in acoustic signal process at Imperial College London, UK. His published research includes topics such as sound scene awareness, binaural beamforming, robot audition and the use of virtual reality for speech-in-noise testing.

Eddie Latham is the Co-Founder and Director of Velocity Commerce, a multi-award-winning e-commerce and brand accelerator based in Cambridge. With over a decade of experience in online retail and digital strategy, Eddie has helped shape Velocity into a £30M+ business, earning recognition in the Sunday Times Fast Track 100 and the Financial Times FT1000 fastest-growing companies lists. 

At the heart of Velocity’s success is its flagship consumer tech brand, Majority—founded in 2012 to make high-quality audio accessible to all. Majority has grown into one of the UK’s leading audio brands, with more than 3 million units sold globally and standout coverage in major publications including Tom’s Guide, What Hi-Fi?, and AVForums. The brand’s sustainable focus, including the Majority Forest which has  planted 500k trees and supported the prevention of 466.17 tonnes of CO2 from being emitted and eco-conscious packaging, reinforcing its appeal to a new generation of audio consumers. 

In 2025, Majority were named on the prestigious FEBE 100 Growth "Ones to Watch" list, highlighting the company’s trajectory and innovation in the D2C and consumer electronics space. Known for his strategic mindset and product-first approach, Eddie brings unmatched expertise to Audio Collab 2025’s mission of pushing the boundaries of sound and innovation. 

Dr Mike Grant is CEO of Warwick Acoustics Ltd, a business that is revolutionising the $10bn in-car entertainment market.

Warwick Acoustics has developed the world’s first automotive qualified audio system based on electrostatic - as opposed to electromagnetic - loudspeakers. The Company’s unique thin film electrostatic panels offer OEMs the unrivalled acoustic quality of electrostatic transducers, unequalled packaging flexibility, a 90% reduction in mass and power consumption, and utilise no rare earth elements.

Warwick Acoustics’ first production system will be announced in 2025 by a leading premium car manufacturer.

Mike took over this University start-up in 2016 to lead the turnaround of the business. In the intervening years, he developed a compelling vision for the business that has garnered global interest, and built out a world-class team to deliver that vision.

Over his career, Mike has created several globally successful products including the first 3D graphics standard for the mobile phone industry, the world's 3rd largest mobile games publishing business, and a 200m user chat community in Latin America.  In the 1990’s, he also played a leading role in the worldwide introduction of today’s mobile internet.

Mike holds a B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (1st class honours), a PhD in Fibre Optic Communications, and is a Cranfield MBA.  In 2020, he was elected Fellow of the Institute of Engineering Technology.

Ollie Tiramuragan Collard is the founder of Founded & Grounded, a podcast and personal brand studio for overlooked founders. Ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts globally and a top 5 startup podcast in Europe, Founded & Grounded is known for its human-first storytelling and focus on substance over hype, offering raw, honest insights into the real founder journey. 

In an era where authenticity is the new scarcity, Ollie’s mission is to democratise influence and give the mic to credible founders, not just the loudest voices. Through reputational storytelling, he helps the real business builders amplify their voices and turn one day of their time into six months of consistent, high-trust content, cutting through the noise and building visibility that lasts.