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SCHEDULE 14A

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ClearOne, Inc.

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Dear Fellow Shareholders:

It is time to vote your ClearOne proxy. You have less than fifteen days to have your voice heard.

ClearOne is on a roll thanks to the support and trust of you, our shareholders; the guidance of our board of directors; the vision and leadership of management; the enthusiasm of our partners; and, of course, the creative energy of our employees. We are delivering profitable growth and solid returns by managing our business with a relentless focus on operational excellence, product innovation and prudent use of hard-earned capital.

 

We are evaluating options to invest to grow our share price and revenue while expanding our footprint in the audio visual industry through strategic acquisitions and internal investments. With our current cash position, a debt-free balance sheet and a demonstrated ability to generate growth, we believe our focused and prudent strategy will drive additional growth and wealth for all stakeholders.

Our current strategy is working thanks to the support of ClearOne’s management team, employees, board of directors and shareholders. To continue implementing this strategy, it is critical that we have the ongoing support of our fellow shareholders. The time is NOW to vote FOR management’s recommendations and FOR ClearOne’s continued growth. I urge you to vote FOR the Board’s recommendations on your proxy to maintain our growth and preserve your power as a shareholder.

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I am also pleased to report that the largest and most influential proxy advisory service – Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) – has endorsed the Board’s proposals on every issue we consider key to the future of the company.

Please vote today. The deadline to vote for the future of your company is less than fifteen days away. Exercise your right to vote. You are important regardless of the number of shares you own. Do not delay.

You are invited to attend our Annual Meeting, scheduled to be held at ClearOne’s corporate offices on December 3, 2013 at 9 a.m. local time. Our offices are located at 5225 Wiley Post Way, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116.

Sincerely,

Zee Hakimoglu

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

ClearOne, Inc.

 

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