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September 13, 2019September 12, 2019

Independent Eyewear Grande Finale @ #OptikEyeStyle Montreal

Without argument Montréal is the centre of Canadian Independent Eyewear, and a fitting venue for the grand finale of the #OptikEyeStyle tour.

Over 50 different “creator” eyewear collections from nearly 25 vendors displayed their wares at the contemporary art gallery, Gallery GORA, located in the heart of the Montreal Place des Arts area on September 5.

The contemporary art on display from Quebec and abroad adorning the walls provided a visual complement to the aesthetics of distinctive designer frames originating from Montreal, France, Italy, United Kingdom and Slovenia.

The event, combining a frame show with networking and education, was attended by practice owners, optical buyers, educators and students and industry VIPs. Participants enjoyed the surroundings and the opportunity to mingle with like-minded eyewear enthusiasts.

#OptikEyeStyle provided the opportunity to “start the conversation” between prospective customers and suppliers.

Optik Magazine Publisher, David Pietrobon shared top-line results of research on the Canadian frame market with the help of “Friend of Independent” supporter from HOYA Canada, Tania Dzenpia. The research reflected how independent eyewear collections have found a place in the Canadian marketplace and what factors are necessary for them grow.

To round out the event, the audience participated in a fun interactive exercise to create a <<word-cloud>> to define the essence of Independent Eye Care Professional.

Suppliers can register here to get information about events planned for 2020.

September 12, 2019September 6, 2019

New Style in neubau’s Stainless Steel Collection

Young, urban and elegant, the micro cat-eye style “Virginia” is neubau’s interpretation the current Urban Nostalgia trend. Made of stainless steel,
Virginia provides the perfect blend of trendy style and every day wearing comfort.

Distributed by: https://canadianoptical.com/

September 11, 2019September 11, 2019

2019 AAO Resident Travel Fellowship Recipients Announced

The American Academy of Optometry announces the recipients of the 2019 Resident Travel Fellowship Awards. These travel fellowships will allow residents to attend Academy 2019 Orlando and 3rd World Congress of Optometry, October 23-27, 2019.

Among the Resident Travel Fellowships winners is Canadian Audrey Janelle-Brousseau, OD, from University of Montreal.

Cornea, Contact Lenses and Refractive Technologies Resident Travel Fellowships

Sponsored by CooperVision:

Nicole Poon, OD, Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Christopher Albright, OD, Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University

Thanhan Nguyen, OD, Illinois College of Optometry

Audrey Janelle-Brousseau, OD, University of Montreal

Baljinder Momrath, OD, Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Vanessa Wang, OD, State University of New York

Chelsea Bradley, OD, University of California, Berkeley

Ryan Rutschilling, OD, The Ohio State University

Mari Fujimoto, OD, Pacific University

Pooja Mahadev, OD, Nova Southeastern University

Valerie Lim, OD, Southern California College of Optometry

Christina Wenn, OD, University of Houston

Duc Tran, OD, University of the Incarnate Word

Ghazal Naseri, OD, University of California, Berkeley

Joseph Isik, OD, Illinois College of Optometry

Amrit Jawanda, OD, New England College of Optometry

Jacqueline Benoit, OD, The Ohio State University

Kimberly Weisenberger, OD, The Ohio State University

Haley Italia, OD, New England College of Optometry

Kendra Phillis, OD, New England College of Optometry

Rosa (Yawen) Yang, OD, University of Waterloo

Kevan Smith, OD, Southern College of Optometry

Jessica Sun, OD, Southern California College of Optometry

Matthew Lee, OD, University of Missouri at St. Louis

CooperVision Resident Travel Fellowships will be presented at the CooperVision booth #809 on Thursday, October 24 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the exhibit hall.

Click HERE for the full recipients lists and complete press release.

September 11, 2019September 10, 2019

AAOF Announces the 2019 Fredric Rosemore Low Vision Educational Grant Recipient

The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF), in collaboration with the Fredric and Marion Rosemore Family Foundation, announce the 2019 recipient of the Fredric Rosemore Low Vision Educational Grant.

So-Yeon Sharon Lee, OD, FAAO, Dipl-ABO, is an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. She will receive a grant for her project, “Managing visual comfort and function in patients with low vision using Acuvue Oasys with Transitions contact lenses,” which is intended to improve the quality of life for the visually impaired. The grant is designed to enable institutions to provide care and support personnel directly related to the field of low vision.

Dr. Lee will be honored at the AAOF Celebration Luncheon during Academy 2019 Orlando and 3^rd World Congress of Optometry joint meeting on October 23-27, 2019.

Source: American Academy of Optometry

September 10, 2019September 6, 2019

Diversity in Practice: Essilor Sponsors 6th Edition of EVE Asia-Pacific

Diversity is a key value for the Essilor group. This is why Essilor has a number of initiatives dedicated to gender diversity and empowering women to contribute at the highest levels. In support of this, Essilor sponsored the sixth edition of EVE Asia-Pacific in Singapore to inspire women and enlighten men to drive change in their organizations.

Based on an original idea by Danone, in partnership with L’Oréal and other companies*, the EVE program is a unique management seminar which works on two levers: the individual and the organization. It aims to shape strong and inspiring individuals in order to bring change in the organization. To do so, each partner company chooses between 10 to 30 participants.

This year, the three-day leadership seminar gathered 165 participants, 22 nationalities from 16 companies to discuss issues of equality, responsibilities and future leadership in a series of plenary sessions and workshops. Thirteen Essilorians participated at the event; most of them reporting their favorite workshop topics to be one of the following: ‘Political Savvy: a critical leadership skill’, ‘Finding your Why’, ‘Positive Leadership’ and ‘Build a Career your way’.

Since the EVE program was created in 2010, more than 2,500 men and women from 25 countries have had the opportunity to take part in this seminar and are already forming an active community of “change-makers” committed to embodying a culture of diversity in their respective organizations. More than 100 leaders from Essilor have taken part in this program.

The next edition of the program, EVE Evian, will be held on 1-3 October 2019. As the program is open to both men and women, Essilor is looking to send more male representatives for upcoming editions of EVE in 2020.

Click HERE for the full press release.