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Omni Speech
College Park, US · Founded 2009 · 3 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
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OmniSpeech develops speech technology based on research into the physiology of human speech, with applications in audio, automotive, and consumer electronics. The company originated from research at the University of Maryland's Speech Communication Lab.
Founders & leadership
Omni Speech was founded in 2009 by Carol Espy-Wilson.
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David PrzygodaChief Executive OfficerDavid Przygoda is CEO of OmniSpeech, a speech technology company based on research from the University of Maryland's Speech Communication Lab. He has experience in business development, product management, AI/ML commercialization, and fundraising across B2C and B2B technology sectors.
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Reggie Van LeeExecutive Chairman
Investors · 3
Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Institutes of Health (NIH)National Institutes of Health | Phase ISTTR | 2015 | $225K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase II | 2012 | $494.3K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2011 | $150K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Omni Speech do?
- OmniSpeech develops speech technology based on research into the physiology of human speech, with applications in audio, automotive, and consumer electronics. The company originated from research at the University of Maryland's Speech Communication Lab.
- Who founded Omni Speech?
- Omni Speech was founded by Carol Espy-Wilson in 2009.
- Who are Omni Speech's investors?
- Omni Speech's investors include Backstage Capital, Maryland TEDCO, TEDCO.
- Where is Omni Speech headquartered?
- Omni Speech is headquartered in College Park, US.