About

Scott Kurtz is a highly accomplished Distinguished Engineer at Comcast with over 40 years of relevant experience in the field of Digital Signal Processing. He is passionate about tackling new challenges and applying his vast experience to help others solve problems. Currently, he is working in the exciting field of automated voice control, where he is making significant contributions to the development of cutting-edge technologies. Before joining Comcast, Scott served as the President and Founder of DSP Soundware, where he developed numerous software-based algorithms such as acoustic echo cancellation, noise reduction, active noise cancellation, acoustic beamforming, and dereverberation. His goal was to improve hands-free communication and restore voice quality to where it was with the analog telephone, and he continues to pursue this objective in his current role at Comcast. Scott's expertise in voice processing is well-known in the industry, and he has contributed significantly to the development of intellectual property in this area during his tenure as Vice President at Adaptive Digital Technologies, Inc. He wore many hats during his time at the company, building a team of engineers and a diverse product line. He matched up work with people's capabilities and interests, allowing them to get their work done with minimal interference. Scott's professional objective is to continue working in the field of Digital Signal Processing, attacking new challenges as they arise. He is a problem-solver at heart and enjoys applying his experience to help others. His vast experience and expertise make him an invaluable asset to any organization, and he is always looking for new and exciting opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the field of voice processing.