Raleigh, North Carolina – Governor Roy Cooper (of Raleigh, North Carolina) appointed Barrett Berry to the North Carolina Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters Licensing Board to serve as a member with a three-year term. The Licensing Board was established to protect the hearing-impaired public of North Carolina by registering, licensing, and regulating Hearing Aid Specialists.
Berry is the president of Solution Partnerz, LLC, a consulting firm in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in government contracting. He is a founding member of Dinner with Friends (DwF), a private business social club in Charlotte. With a distinguished background and a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years, Mr. Berry brings a unique blend of leadership, expertise, and dedication to this esteemed position. His extensive experience in project management, financial planning, and budget oversight in various sectors, including real estate, government, healthcare, and not-for-profit organizations, positions him as a valuable asset to The Licensing Board. His exceptional communication skills, demonstrated through roles such as a speechwriter, public affairs consultant, and television, and radio host, further enhance his ability to serve effectively on the board. He completed undergraduate studies at Morris Brown College in Atlanta, Georgia, and graduate studies at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He holds certificates from SendNC, the University of Notre Dame, Harvard Divinity School, The Aspen Institute, UNC Chapel Hill, Chicago Theological Seminary, and studied at Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School.
“Serving on The Licensing Board provides me an opportunity to help authentically improve the lives of Carolinians. I’m humbled and honored to have the confidence of Governor Cooper in serving in this esteemed appointment,” stated Barrett Berry
Mr. Berry is currently a member of the NC Mecklenburg County Board of Equalization and Review (BER). He has made significant contributions, demonstrating his commitment to ensuring fairness and accuracy in property tax assessments. His meticulous approach to evaluating property tax appeals and his dedication to upholding the integrity of the assessment process make him a trusted and respected member of the (BER).
Mr. Berry’s appointment to The Licensing Board reflects his unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of North Carolina with integrity, diligence, and expertise. Please join us in congratulating Barrett Berry on his appointment to this important position.
FACTS
- “Of the Americans ages 20–64 who need hearing aids, only 16% use them.
- Barriers such as high cost, stigma, lack of accessibility, and poor customer satisfaction have traditionally kept people from buying hearing aids.
- The U.S. hearing aid market grew by only 0.9% in 2022, but a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9% is expected until 2030. Retail sales of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids are predicted to drive most of that growth.
- Hearing aids can greatly improve your hearing, psychological and cognitive health, and quality of life if worn consistently.
Hearing loss is a common condition in older adults, affecting 68% of Americans in their 70s and 90% in their 80s and older. It not only limits a person’s ability to communicate, but also increases the risk of significant health conditions, like dementia, depression, and anxiety.” National Council on Aging
Licensing Board Details
The North Carolina Hearing Aid Dealers and Fitters Licensing Board is established to protect the hearing-impaired public of North Carolina by registering, licensing, and regulating Hearing Aid Specialists. The Board regulates Apprentices, Licensees, and Registered Sponsors according to Chapter 93D of the North Carolina General Statutes and Title 21 Chapter 22 of the North Carolina Administrative Code. Licenses are issued by the Board to qualified individuals who pass the licensing examination.
Last updated on August 8, 2024
