By Staff
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 12:15 AM
NEW YORK—
Vision Monday will once again be highlighting The Most Influential Women in Optical in our July-August issue, marking the 22nd year of our signature Special Report saluting women in the eyewear/eyecare industry. We are currently seeking nominations via an
electronic survey form but time is starting to run out—the deadline for submitting nominations is May 23. Women’s influence in optical is undeniable, and today more women are playing vital roles at all levels of our industry. In retailing, wholesaling, product design, manufacturing, distribution and vision care, talented women are shaping the direction of the companies and organizations they work for, and, in many cases, lead.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 12:24 AM
NEWARK, N.J.—Jobson Optical Group announces the retirement of Andrew Karp, the group’s lenses and technology editor, effective June 28. Throughout his 37 years with Jobson, Karp has raised awareness of technology’s impact on eyewear and eyecare by spotlighting the creative contributions of scientists, engineers and others involved in research and development whom he has called “artists of the lens.” Karp joined Jobson in 1987, during
Vision Monday’s first year of publication, initially serving as a general assignment reporter for
VM and as a feature writer for
20/20 magazine, drawing on his background in journalism and advertising.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 12:18 AM
KANSAS CITY, Mo.—
iOR Partners, a leader in ophthalmic office-based surgery (OBS), has announced the retirement of Daniel S. Durrie, MD, as chairman of the board of directors.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 12:15 AM
NEW YORK—The readers of
Vision Monday and
20/20 Magazine are being asked once again to
share nominations for their Ultimate Partners. The deadline for submissions is May 15. Now in it's fourth year, Jobson’s 2024 Ultimate Partners program allows readers to highlight their great business support partners and showcase their support. Open to all eyecare professionals, the program is looking to spotlight your most successful collaborations and celebrate the crucial support shared during both challenges and opportunities.
By Staff
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 12:15 AM
SAN DIEGO—
Toku has announced the appointment of Robert N. Weinreb, MD, to its board of directors. A tech company specializing in developing non-invasive AI-powered diagnostic and screening tools, Toku noted that Dr. Weinreb's appointment underscores the company's commitment to excellence and innovation in eyecare.
By Staff
Monday, May 6, 2024 12:27 AM
ST. LOUIS—
EyeCare Partners, a provider of clinically integrated eyecare, has announced that Joel Day has been named executive vice president, finance, and will take the chief financial officer role with the company, effective June 1, 2024. He will have responsibility for the strategic planning, implementation and management of all EyeCare Partners finance activities, including accounting, business planning, budgeting, forecasting, revenue cycle management (RCM) and procurement. Day will succeed Bob Gold, who has shared his intent to depart the organization, effective May 31.
By Staff
Monday, May 6, 2024 12:15 AM
MEMPHIS, Tenn.—As part of its 2024 commencement on May 7,
Southern College of Optometry (SCO) will recognize two alumni and one industry professional for their contributions to the field of optometry.
By Staff
Friday, May 3, 2024 12:18 AM
BOSTON—The board of trustees at
New England College of Optometry (NECO) has announced its honorary degree recipient, two Presidential Medal awardees, and six valedictorians as part of its 130th commencement exercises to be held on May 19, 2024, at Boston’s Symphony Hall. Myopia expert and research leader Jane Gwiazda, Ph.D., is the honorary degree recipient. Marge Axelrad, editorial director emeritus of
Vision Monday and
VMAIL, and Marc Ferrara, executive consultant for Jobson Optical Group, will receive the Presidential Medal awards.
By Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024 12:30 AM
SECAUCUS, N.J.—
Safilo North America has announced the appointment of Gabriele Cusani Sodano as president and chief commercial officer, effective April 2024. Cusani brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to succeed in this new role, which will focus on accelerating the implementation of the Group’s strategic plan in the North American market, the company stated. He joined Safilo in 2015 and has held various roles of increasing responsibility throughout his tenure, with experience that spans commercial strategy and planning, brand management, business development, sales operations and direct to consumer.
By Staff
Thursday, May 2, 2024 12:21 AM
LAKE FOREST, Calif.—
STAAR Surgical Company, developer, manufacturer and marketer of the EVO family of implantable collamer lenses (EVO ICL) for myopia, astigmatism and presbyopia, has announced that Nancy Sabin has been named chief marketing officer and Nathaniel Sisitsky has been named general counsel.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:27 AM
NEW YORK—Women’s influence in optical is undeniable, and today more women are playing vital roles at all levels of our industry. In retailing, wholesaling, product design, manufacturing, distribution and vision care, talented women are shaping the direction of the companies and organizations they work for, and, in many cases, lead. This is why
Vision Monday will once again be highlighting The Most Influential Women in Optical in our July-August issue, marking the 22nd year of our signature Special Report saluting women in the eyewear/eyecare industry.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 12:15 AM
ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—
Glaukos, an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company with a focus on patient education about keratoconus (KC), announced it has been honored with a Stevie Award for Marketing Campaign of the Year for its multifaceted KC Consumer Awareness Campaign. The bronze level distinction from the American Business Association recognizes the consumer awareness focus of the campaign, created with agency partner PRECISIONeffect. The campaign, centered around its
“Living With KC” website, is supported by social media and collateral materials breaking down KC signs and symptoms, risks, and possible rapid progression.
By Staff
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 12:24 AM
FRISCO, Texas—
Wiley X has restructured and expanded its sales team to enhance the brand’s relationships and support across retail partners and customers.
By Staff
Monday, April 29, 2024 12:18 AM
JIAXING, China—
East Optical, one of the principal ophthalmic lens manufacturers in China, has announced the appointment of Héctor L. Roque as sales director for Latin America and the Caribbean, effective May 1, 2024.