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Canadians Shine At Transitions Academy Awards

Orlando FL, Jan 31, 2017,
Canadian nominees for key awards at the Transitions Celebration Gala did extremely well, attaining two awards among the four nominees from across the Americas, including USA, Caribbean, and Latin America.

New Look took top honours for Best in Training.  Marie-Josee Mercier, vice president sales and operations, accepted the award on behalf of the team.

Sheena Taff, Optician, Roberts & Brown Opticians, Vancouver, BC, was selected as the best in class Transitions Brand Ambassador. Watch an interview with her on Tmag’s Facebook Page here:

Costco was also nominated for Best in Patient Experience as one of three finalists in the Americas. The award was given to Professional Vision Care, an independent practice located near Columbus, Ohio.

Value Optical of Trinidad received the Best in Marketing award for 2016. Best in Marketing finalists included Wilson Eye Center and Heather Padgett, national marketing manager at HOYA Vision Care.Newlook best in training nomination

 

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