About Us

Live Loud. Listen Safe.

Hearing protection should be effortless. Whether you're at a festival, club, or noisy workplace, our high-fidelity earplugs reduce harmful noise while preserving crisp, clear sound—so you never have to compromise your experience.

Origin Story

Founded in 2024 by Todd A. Fehres, Eli Dangerfield, and Joshua Richards, BestBuds® was created to solve a real problem—how to enjoy loud environments without damaging your hearing.

With Todd’s deep roots in audiology and Eli’s personal battle with tinnitus, they designed BeatShield® technology, a high-fidelity filter that reduces harmful noise while maintaining crystal-clear sound.

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Our Philosophy

Our Mission

BestBuds empowers people to live loud and listen safe—delivering high-fidelity sound, stylish design, and expert-approved hearing protection, so you never have to choose between experience and safety.

Our Vision

Our vision at BestBuds is a world where billions of ears are protected, and hearing loss is a thing of the past. By making hearing protection effortless, stylish, and essential—just like wearing sunglasses in the sun—we’re ensuring everyone can enjoy life’s loudest moments without compromise.

Meet the Team

A proven team of experts in product design, operations, branding, music, and audiology, we’re making hearing protection essential—without compromising sound or style.

Todd A. Fehres

Co-Founder & Managing Director

A strategic leader with a passion for brand innovation, Todd A. Fehres is committed to redefining hearing protection. Drawing from his expertise in business development and brand strategy, he co-founded BestBuds® to elevate awareness around hearing health. Inspired by his mother, a leading audiologist, Todd leads the company with a vision to make high-fidelity earplugs an everyday essential—ensuring style, comfort, and superior protection for all.

Eli Dangerfield

Co-Founder, Operations & Marketing Director

With a decade of experience in digital marketing and brand-building, Eli Dangerfield specializes in turning ideas into globally recognized products. Having developed multiple successful brands, his expertise in consumer engagement and operational strategy fuels BestBuds®’ growth. Motivated by personal experience with tinnitus, Eli is dedicated to making hearing protection both stylish and indispensable—seamlessly integrating it into music culture and everyday life.

Joshua Richards

Co-Founder, Sales & Partnerships Director

Joshua Richards brings an extensive background in sales and marketing, paired with deep experience in the music and events industry. Over the years, he has led successful campaigns, secured strategic partnerships, and driven growth across both commercial and events markets. Now heading up commercial strategy and partnerships at BestBuds®, Joshua is focused on expanding the brand across mainstream, event, and industrial sectors—leveraging his great industry insights.

Joel Richards

Artist Relations Manager

With a pulse on the entertainment industry, Joel ensures BestBuds® is embraced by artists, DJs, and performers, making hearing protection a staple in music culture.

Tom Young

Partner/Director

A strategic operator, Tom focuses on market expansion and product innovation, ensuring BestBuds® remains at the forefront of the hearing protection industry.

Matthew Dunn

Partner/Director

A proven expert in business strategy, Matthew drives scalable growth, optimising operations and ensuring BestBuds® stays ahead in an evolving market.

Kelly Ryan

Strategic Partnerships Manager

With a global network across music, industry, and government, Kelly drives high-impact partnerships that expand BestBuds® into new markets and audiences.

Backed by Experts

At BestBuds®, our commitment to hearing protection is rooted in real expertise. That’s why we’ve worked closely with leading professionals in the field of audiology to ensure our earplugs deliver the highest level of protection and comfort when dealing with everyday noise.

Lys Allison is one of Australia’s most trusted audiologists, with over 30 years of clinical experience and leadership across Australia's largest Independent hearing care provider.

Her clinical testing and professional endorsement of BestBuds® have helped us develop a product that not only protects your hearing—but fits into your lifestyle seamlessly. Dr. Allison's stamp of approval gives our customers peace of mind knowing they’re using a product built on credibility, care, and real-world audiology insight.

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“As an audiologist, I highly recommend BestBuds® for anyone spending time in loud environments. They reduce harmful noise while still allowing you to enjoy music, conversation, and the moment. It’s a smart, comfortable way to protect your hearing.”

Lys Allison, AuD

Protect Your Hearing

Your hearing is priceless—protect it effortlessly. BestBuds® earplugs let you enjoy music, conversations, and the energy of live events without distortion.

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Live Loud, Listen Safe