HARMAN, Qualcomm and more announced as sponsors for Audio Collaborative 2023

Futuresource Consulting announces global audio leader HARMAN as the platinum sponsor for Audio Collaborative 2023. The event will return to the Ham Yard Hotel, London, on the 9th of November 2023 to explore issues and opportunities across the audio landscape. 

Carl Hibbert, Director of Research at Futuresource and the event’s organiser, has commented: “HARMAN is a company at the forefront of audio innovation. Their presence at Audio Collaborative will be invaluable to our audience, particularly as we discuss highly relevant themes like Audio in the Car and AI in Audio. Needless to say, we’re delighted to have them onboard.”   

Qualcomm takes diamond sponsorship 

Joining HARMAN on the sponsorship roster is Qualcomm, taking the diamond sponsorship slot. The brand has a rich history of innovation and invention, creating the chipsets that make many audio solutions possible. 

“As a connectivity solution provider, Qualcomm has played a hugely important role in advancing audio technologies. Their legacy perfectly complements the themes we will explore at Audio Collaborative,” says Hibbert.  

Further sponsors announced 

Other sponsors include Analog Devices as gold sponsor, and Sonarworks as bronze sponsor. With Sonarworks’ cutting-edge personalised sound and Analog Devices’ commitment to intelligent connectivity, Audio Collaborative will cover all touchpoints across the world of audio. 

“Our sponsors help make Audio Collaborative into the world-class event it’s known as. The companies’ diverse expertise will bring the event’s discussions to life, providing context and depth with their insider insight. Most excitingly, 2023’s event will mark the tenth official Audio Collaborative, so it’s truly going to be bigger and better than ever before,” comments Hibbert. 

A first look at the event’s speakers 

The research consultancy firm has also revealed a first look at the event’s speakers. Speaking on behalf of HARMAN is Katie Templeman, who works on the global market strategy for the PRO Division of the brand. Other contributors include Conor Mallon (Hed Unity), Julien Bergere (Bang and Olufsen), Marcos Simon (Audio Scenic), Helmuts Bems (Sonarworks), Elfred Howells, Nick Bonard (Montreux Media Ventures), Tony Cousins (Metropolis Studio London), Fraser Kennedy (music producer), and Jacob Hooker (Analog Devices). 

Audio Collaborative 2023 agenda run-down 

The event will explore key topics, including: 

• Overcoming the innovation roadblock  
• Embracing sustainable sound 
• Audio in the car: opening the door to the third room 
• The vinyl revival…continues! 
• Audio beyond the music 
• Servicing the consumer through personalisation 
• The role of audio in the virtual space 
• Approaching AI in audio 
• Retail Recovery: The importance of audio in the recovery and growth of retail. 

Discover more information about the event’s agenda here. 

Secure your tickets for Audio Collaborative 2023 

Audio Collaborative 2023 is one of the industry’s leading events, exploring the technologies, topics, and trends gripping the contemporary audio landscape. The event offers a day packed with data-rich panels and presentations, concluding with an evening of networking and drinks. 

Secure your seats to hear from global audio leaders and network with other likeminded experts.   

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Olivia Lowden

Olivia Lowden is responsible for the long-form content, press, and partnerships at Futuresource. Prior to her career at Futuresource, she completed an MA in Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia, demonstrative of her lifelong love of words.