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Lanctot Rep Raises $4K for Optometry Giving Sight

The results are in!  Southwest Ontario rep for Lanctot, Ryan McCartney raised over $4,000 dollars for Optometry Giving Sight through a creative social marketing campaign that promised to donate 50% of his commissionable earnings for a six-week period ending January 31st.  Ryan’s original goal of $3,000 was exceeded  by more than 25%.

Corinne Waldon, Canadian Operations Manager, Optometry Giving Sight, said, “Ryan’s generosity through donating half of his commissionable earnings is very appreciated and we were thrilled that he was so successful in his campaign!  Thank you, Ryan, for your gesture which will help change the lives of many people around the world through the gift of vision.”

InfoClip had reported his initiative in January.

Lanctot is the national distributor of Morel and other frame brands throughout Canada.

You can view Ryan’s Direct Mail offer Here.

Vision Expo East Announces New Optical Profit Center

Alexandria, VA – International Vision Expo East, taking place at the Javits Center in New York, NY (Education: Mar. 30–Apr. 2; Exhibition: Mar. 31–Apr. 2), has announced a new show floor destination for eyecare professionals looking to amplify their profits by incorporating new products or services, or upgrading the environment or experience.

A collaboration of industry leaders including ClearVision, Fashion Optical, Santinelli, Smart Mirror and Super Optical, this interactive Optical Profit Center – located at Booth #1135 – allows attendees to see and experience opportunities to make key investments that will generate additional revenue from their optical business.

Click here for the Optical Profit Center infographic to find out more about this interactive experience.

Nike’s Flex Finesse for All-Day Wear

Sunglass model Flex Finesse is lightweight and durable with a shape that gives a nod to the cat-eye frame. These are ideal sunglasses for transitioning from your workout to the rest of your day.

Features & Benefits:

  • Durable, high tension hinges
  • MAX Optics provide precise clarity from all angles
  • Lightweight, durable nylon frame
  • 6-base frame offers everyday coverage

Distributed by Marchon: www.marchon.com

Longchamp Selects Marchon for Global Eyewear Venture

Paris – Melville (NY) – Longchamp and Marchon Eyewear, Inc. have announced the signing of a new global licensing agreement for the development, production, and distribution of Longchamp Eyewear collections under the design and creative direction of Sophie Delafontaine, Longchamp’s Artistic Director. The two companies will launch the new women’s lines in Fall/Winter 2017 with a full range of styles for both optical frames and sunglasses.

The aim of Longchamp’s partnership with Marchon, a VSP Global® company, and one of the world’s leading eyewear groups, is to expand the brand’s reach in a major fashion accessory segment. The collections will retail in Longchamp boutiques, in selected premium optical retail locations, multi-brand fashion channels and travel retail locations worldwide.

Click HERE to read full press release.

 

Claudia Alan’s “BIRCH” Featuring Tree of Life

The birch tree, Weegwauss, is one of Kitchi Manitous greatest gift to the earth and all living beings: provider of roofing, canoes, lodgings, shelter, dishes, baskets, sparks to make fire. This sacred tree is  guardian of health of body, soul and spirit to attain inner peace and growth.

This classic retro shape is very comfortable and great for everyday wear. Handmade from high quality acetate and extra polished for lustre and to showcase the vivid artwork of Donald Chretien. Available in three colour combinations: Black / Red, Purple, Grey Blue. Frame Size: 52-16-135, B-Size (Vertical lens height): 31.2 mm.

www.claudiaalan.com

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