NEW YORK—The Optometric Center of New York, the affiliated foundation of the SUNY College of Optometry honored two dynamic industry leaders at its 13th Annual “Eyes on New York” gala at The Plaza Hotel here on April 15.

Brent L. Saunders, the CEO and president of Allergan and Martin L. Bassett, the president and CEO representing the employees of Walman, were honored at the annual gala.

Saunders heads Allergan, a unique, global pharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and commercializing innovative pharmaceuticals, including a leading portfolio of eyecare products, for patients around the world.

Bassett oversees Walman, a diversified national wholesale optical firm providing products and services to independent optometric practices, insurance plans, retail eyecare centers and ophthalmic manufacturers. With 1,000 employees, Walman serves nearly 10,000 customers from 39 offices throughout the U.S. and the company is marking its centennial this year.

Its annual gala is the OCNY’s most important fund-raising event and a perennial highlight surrounding the events of Vision Expo East.