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Raja S

Founder | Raised $6 Million | Managing Director at Hearzap (A Unit of Hearing Solutions Pvt Ltd) | IIM Alumni | 100+ Stores in India | 500+ Team | 1M+ Happy Customers | Series A by 360 ONE Healthcare Opportunities Fund.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India·Hearing Solutions India
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About

Aiming to Revolutionize Hearing Care for Widespread Awareness, Accessibility, and Affordability! Hearzap’s vision is to “Empower individuals through client-focused, holistic hearing care, breaking barriers, and championing the conversation around hearing wellness.” Hearzap’s mission is to “Democratize quality hearing care, ensuring accessibility and affordability for every individual across India.” My inspiration traces back to my father, Mr. Selvaraj, who began his legacy in 1977 by providing personalized hearing care services. Witnessing his dedication and the impact he made on people’s lives inspired me to carry forward his legacy. With Hearzap, I aimed to blend his legacy with modern digital solutions, ensuring that quality hearing care remains accessible to all. This passion stems from personal experiences and the belief that hearing health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being. Through our unwavering commitment to our motto, “Hearing care for all,” Hearzap is revolutionizing audiology in India by bridging gaps, raising awareness, and offering personalized, high-quality care to everyone, regardless of their background or location. We harness the power of technology to reach and serve diverse communities across India. The Hearzap mobile app, tele-audiology (web-based audiometry), and Feet-On-Street (FOS) services complement our awareness camps, allowing us to extend our reach, offer timely assessments, and deliver tailored care to those in need, especially in underserved areas. Not just that, Hearzap’s exclusive partnership with global hearing aid manufacturers like Philips & Rexton is a strategic move towards making niche hearing aids affordable in the Indian market. I’m thrilled about Hearzap’s recent milestones, including the launch of our 100th flagship store and new corporate office. Looking ahead, we envision Hearzap expanding to over 250 stores by 2026, onboarding more than 500 audiologists, and continuing to innovate in the field of hearing care. These growth plans excite me, as they represent our unwavering commitment to expanding access to quality hearing care across India.

Experience

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Managing Director

Hearing Solutions India · Full-time

Oct 2006 - Present · 19 yrs 7 mos·Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Founder

Hearzap India · Full-time

Apr 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 1 mo·Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Education

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Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Management Development Program, Business Leadership , Business Leadership

Aug 2018 - May 2019

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All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Manasagangothri,Mysore

Master of Science - MS, Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist, Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

Jun 2004 - May 2006