HOYA Vision Care Announces Two Strategic Leadership Appointments in North America

Tuesday, August 26 2025 | 09 h 39 min | News

HOYA Vision Care recently announced two key leadership appointments aimed at strengthening its strategic and commercial operations across North America. These appointments underscore HOYA Vision Care’s commitment to investing in strong leadership to drive innovation, operational excellence, and sustained growth in North America.

Hoya Meg Weathers appointed Senior Vice President, Global Key Accounts for North America

Meg Weathers has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global Key Accounts for North America, a pivotal commercial leadership role where she will spearhead growth initiatives and deepen relationships with Global Key Account customers. Her focus will be on expanding HOYA’s footprint, driving volume, and growing market share through strategic partnerships and tailored solutions.

Weathers previously led HOYA’s North American Marketing organization with distinction and brings over 16 years of experience in the optical industry. Her background in business development, global strategy, and commercial marketing, positions her to accelerate HOYA’s performance in a competitive landscape.

Hoya- Samy Lauriette named Vice President of Strategic Marketing for North America

Samy Lauriette has been named Vice President of Strategic Marketing for North America. In this senior executive role, Lauriette leads HOYA’s marketing organization across the U.S. and Canada, overseeing Product Management, Professional Affairs, Channel and Digital Marketing, and Brand Communications. Leveraging HOYA’s marketing resources, his priority is to strengthen partnerships with eye care professionals by promoting HOYA’s industry-leading ophthalmic lens products and lab services to ensure the best vision solutions for their patients.

Bringing over 20 years of international experience in the optical and hearing care industries, Lauriette is recognized for his expertise in strategic planning, innovation, and driving commercial excellence. His leadership will be instrumental in equipping eye care professionals with the tools and strategies needed to enhance patient outcomes and elevate vision care standards.

Source: Hoya

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