Check out W Midtown's AudioActiv

AudioActiv has developed the first-ever 100% waterproof protective case for portable Bluetooth speakers that also transmit high-quality sound.

AudioActiv is a young company with a passion for designing and manufacturing great products that make every day more enjoyable. Their journey began when music, the outdoors and a never ending pursuit of good times came together to form a simple idea. That idea inspired AudioActiv to develop their first product, the VAULT. The VAULT case is the first-ever protective enclosure allowing music lovers to experience all of the amazing features of their portable Bluetooth speaker without having to worry about damage from water, dirt, sand, snow or impact. AudioClear acoustic technology delivers reliable protection and uncompromised sound like nothing available in the market.

Owner: David Sanborn

Location:
West Midtown, Atlanta (office, warehouse & gadget lab)

AudioActiv was founded by a Georgia Tech grad that stuck around town before founding AudioActiv. Atlanta has an excellent startup community and plenty of resources for helping to grow a young company.

Employees:
5

Founded:
2012

Funded or bootstrapped:
Bootstrapped

Price of Services:
Large case $109.99 Small case $59.99

What Customers Get:
Unlimited usage from an expensive Bluetooth speaker.

How'd You Get The Idea For It:
The first product prototype was designed for personal use. We wanted to listen to music on the beach and not destroy a $300 portable speaker.

Where do you gain your insights from and how do you stay on top of emerging trends?
Our company is comprised of young adults with diverse interests including technology, the outdoors and music. We gain insight from personal experience and the observation of new technology. Hypepotamus and the Tech Village are great resources for staying on top of local trends/companies.

What's Unique About Your Company Culture:
Our products feature patent-pending technology; but we actually make products which are assembled by hand in Atlanta.

What You Need Most Right Now:
Better Marketing/Advertising

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