In this episode, I am speaking with Giles Tongue, an entrepreneurial leader in consumer-focused products and design, who joined ChatableApps as CEO last year. Chatable has developed a revolutionary hearing assistance app that has been described as ‘life-changing’ by many of its users. Using neuroscience-led AI to create an auditory cortex on a smartphone, founder Dr Andy Simpson has designed a technology that could transform the lives of the 466 million people globally who have disabling and moderate hearing loss. With the founding team, and early investment from US entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban, Giles led the launch of the app on Apple iOS and it has received immediate recognition and positive feedback.

It’s a really thought-provoking conversation about helping people to regain one of our most fundamental senses. Giles speaks openly about their journey and their mission to transform the "“conversational hearing” experience of millions - from the UK (despite free hearing aids being available on the NHS), to the US (where a hearing aid can frequently cost over $10000) to the massively underserved markets of India and China.

This is Healthtech which really enhances lives and promotes social inclusion and equality, regardless of financial circumstances.

After a successful launch, Giles is now engaging with partners who can help to further validate the technology and allow more people to experience the benefits. He is also very open to conversations with potential investors who recognise the enormous opportunity that the tech presents. Please contact him on giles@chatableapps.com.