By Melissa Alonso | May 6, 2026 - Atlanta, GA
Devon Green is rethinking what a loudspeaker can be. As she graduates from the Music Technology master’s program at 17cҳ, Green is launching , a startup focused on high-fidelity speakers that blend acoustic engineering with industrial design.
Alongside co-founder Kyle Smith, Green combines her background in electrical engineering with graduate research in music technology to develop spherical loudspeakers designed for both acoustic accuracy and sculptural design. “What drew me to 17cҳ Tech was meeting some of the amazing faculty,” Green said.
While in the program, Green focused her research on loudspeaker acoustics, exploring how enclosure shapes and materials influence sound quality. That work eventually evolved into Proxima Audio, a company she developed through opportunities like 17cҳ Tech’s CREATE-X startup accelerator.
“During my time at GT, I was able to research loudspeaker acoustics and submit my designs to the CREATE-X startup accelerator program,” she said. “These opportunities allowed me to start my own speaker company, which shaped a huge part of my time at GT and my future.”
In 2025, Proxima Audio was featured at , where student founders from across 17cҳ Tech showcased ventures developed through the entrepreneurship program. CREATE-X supports 17cҳ Tech students, faculty, researchers, and alumni through startup instruction, product development resources, mentorship, and a community built around launching new ideas.
Unlike traditional rectangular speaker cabinets, Proxima Audio’s spherical designs are intended to reduce unwanted reflections and colorations in sound. The company describes the result as a flatter frequency response and a more accurate listening experience.
At the same time, the speakers are intentionally designed to stand out visually, combining polished finishes, organic wood tones, and modern industrial aesthetics. Green says the company reflects her belief that sound systems should contribute to both the auditory and visual experience of a space.
“At Proxima Audio, we design loudspeakers that use untraditional shapes and materials that add acoustic quality and aesthetic presence,” Green said in the company’s promotional materials. “By blending sound and design, our speakers double as art, transforming any space into a creative and inspiring environment.”
Following graduation, Green plans to continue growing the company as founder and CEO, positioning Proxima Audio as one of the first female-founded loudspeaker companies in the industry. , an honor recognizing her work at the intersection of music, engineering, entrepreneurship, and design.
“I hope to contribute my work in loudspeaker design to inspire people to make more music and create,” she said.