Michael Hooks

About Michael Hooks

I am a passionate leader who seeks the best from himself and his team through the practice of servant leadership. I have a demonstrated history of developing and fostering a culture of accountability, professional development, high-performance, and building fruitful partnerships with industry leaders and manufacturers. Specializing in Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Speech Generating Devices, Medical Devices, Blindness-Low vision Assistive Technology.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President

   Smartbox

   Jan 2021 — Present · Malvern, GB

   The hardware and software we create is used by people all over the world. It can be split into four main areas: Communication aids: Devices that give a voice to people that cannot speak. Environment control: Equipment that enables you to operate technology around the home, such as televisions, hi-fi, lights and more. Computer control: Our range of technology for people who cannot access a computer with a keyboard and mouse. Interactive Learning: Solutions that teach early skills such as ’cause and effect’ and ‘choice making’ as well as alternative access.

Education

• Northern Illinois University

  M.S. Ed., Assistive Technology - Special Education, Visual Impairments

  1996 — 1998

• Concordia University-Portland

  B.A. Secondary Education

  1991 — 1994