Hearing Aid Center in Tifton

Ben Collins is a Georgia licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist.  Ben is originally from Newnan, Georgia.  While growing up, Ben moved multiple times, but finally, in 2012, he settled back in his home state in Douglas.  Ben graduated from Independence High School in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1988. Ben credits his parents for his strong work ethic and desire to help people leading to his decision to join the US Army following graduation. 

Ben began his law enforcement career as a Military Policeman.  During his four years of service, he spent time stationed in Germany. In 1992, Ben briefly worked with Douglas County Georgia Sheriff’s Office until joining the Georgia Bureau of Investigation in 1993.  He worked as a GBI Special Agent in both the Perry and Douglas Regional Offices for 25 years. During this time, Ben proudly served in the Georgia National Guard and did a combat tour in Iraq from 2005-2006 with the 48^th Infantry Brigade.  In addition, Ben eagerly served on the GBI Bomb Squad for eight years.  In 2018, Ben transferred from the GBI to the Georgia Department of Corrections Southeast Region, where he worked as a Special Agent until retirement in June 2022. Ben always prided himself on being the voice for victims in violent crimes and being able to help people in their time of need.

Shortly after retirement, Ben crossed paths with Wayne Murphy at Audibel Hearing Aid Centers in Douglas, Georgia that prompted a job opportunity.  Ben’s personal experience with hearing loss combined with his deep-rooted desire to continue helping people inspired Ben to join the Audibel team.  As a hearing aid wearer himself, Ben knew he could make a difference in people’s lives with hearing loss.  Ben loves when people realize there is help, and they can resume enjoying life with better hearing. Ben strives to educate people about hearing loss and improve their quality of life in his everyday work with patients.

Outside of saving hearing lives, Ben loves military history and enjoying time with his wife, Michelle, stepson, BJ Fussell, son, Beau, and daughter, Analeigh.

Jason Murphy is a second-generation Hearing Instrument Specialist. Jason was raised in Hazlehurst, Georgia. There, he learned beneficial life skills by working alongside his grandfathers in chicken laying houses and carpentry. Baseball interested Jason, so he began playing little league ball and continued through high school. After graduating from Jeff Davis High School in 1997, Jason attended South Georgia College in Douglas, Georgia, where he received an Associate of Science Degree. Then, transferred to the University of Georgia to earn his Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2001.
 
While growing up, Jason was exposed to the hearing aid profession. His parents have been in the hearing aid industry for as long as he can remember. However, it was not until his time at UGA that Jason truly discovered his calling to help people hear their best. While volunteering at the Speech and Hearing Clinic servicing children and young adults, Jason saw firsthand the absolute joy and beauty hearing brings to an individual’s life.  Seeing a person’s face light up with utter happiness upon hearing for the first time is an amazing experience. Jason knew then “Hearing is his passion and helping people hear their best is his mission!”

After graduating from UGA, Jason started working at Starkey Laboratories Inc. located in Norcross, Georgia. He served as a customer service representative for the Audibel Division as well as a hearing instrument specialist overseeing The Center for Fitting Excellence for 5 years.  While living in the Atlanta area, Jason met his future wife, Heather Vonier. In 2005, Jason married, moved to Valdosta, Georgia, and joined his parents’ organization at Audibel Hearing Aid Centers. Currently, Jason assists with business operations and strengthening customer relations. His enthusiasm and charisma help build lasting relationships with patients through better hearing. Jason values every customer and sharing in their hearing success.

In his personal time, Jason loves spending time at home with Heather and their four-legged kid, Cotton. Most nights Cotton’s pals, Jax and Mav, visit for a play date in the backyard. Jason hangs out with the boys tossing the ball, rough-housing, and the much-anticipated cruising the neighborhood on walks.

When not sleeping in, Jason enjoys his early morning workouts and weekend runs. Over the weekends, Jason appreciates a slightly competitive golf game with family or friends. He meticulously manicures his lawn, trees and shrubs, calling it lawn therapy. Jason is the grill master of the Murphy household helping with weekly meal prepping. Relaxing on the beach is his favorite vacation activity.  However, when football season rolls around, Jason is Athens, Georgia bound to witness the “DAWGS meeting Between the Hedges.”

Vicky Crumley is a Patient Care Coordinator.  Vicky has always been an active member of the Tifton community working, attending church and along with her husband, Joe, raising their two children, Russ and Hannah.  Vicky grew up in the Tifton area.  She graduated from Tift County High School and attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.  For 15 years, Vicky worked at Mildred’s Flower and Bridal Shop in Tifton, which was also her first full-time job.  She has worked alongside her husband in pastoral ministry for many years.  In 2012, Vicky joined Audibel Hearing Aid Centers in Tifton, beginning her career in the hearing aid industry. 

Vicky takes pride in assisting individuals along their hearing journey.  She focuses on scheduling appointments and communicating what to expect upon arrival at the office.  Her friendly guidance encourages patients throughout the entire process.  Vicky enjoys talking with patients and hearing entertaining stories about their families and interests. Ultimately, she loves seeing the results of how a patient’s life is more enjoyable through the avenue of better hearing.

In her leisure time, Vicky likes playing Phase 10 with friends, solving jigsaw puzzles, and watching old classic movies.  Vicky enjoys visiting Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains with her husband, Joe.  This location has been a favorite vacation destination for their family since their marriage in 1989. Vicky and her husband love spending time with family, especially their three grandchildren and niece.  Vicky considers any time spent with family a special occasion making precious memories.