Safilo and New York luxury footwear brand Stuart Weitzman announce a new exclusive global licensing agreement that runs through June 2029, for the design, manufacturing and distribution of Stuart Weitzman branded sunglasses and optical eyewear collections.
The first eyewear collection, which includes both sunglasses and optical frames, will be presented in North America for the Fall/Winter 2024 season.
“Building on our long history and successful collaboration with Tapestry, Inc. we are very proud to start this new partnership with Stuart Weitzman. As this agreement marks the coveted footwear brand’s entry into eyewear, we are excited to introduce to the market a distinctively designed launch collection,” says Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group.
“Stuart Weitzman is known for creating stylish, comfortable, high-quality shoes that inspire confidence — and just like footwear, eyewear is an emotional, everyday accessory,” says Giorgio Sarné, Stuart Weitzman CEO & Brand President. “Our goal is to infuse our signature values into eyewear and create accessories that help our consumers look and feel their best.”
The Board of Directors of the World Council of Optometry (WCO) announce the installation of Dr. Sandra S. Block (United States) as President for the 2023-2025 term.
Dr. Sandra S. Block
Dr. Block has served in various positions on the WCO Board since 2015 and is a Professor Emeritus at Illinois College of Optometry. Her past leadership roles include service as co-chair of the National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health and as a Global Clinical Advisor to the Special Olympics Lions Clubs International Opening Eyes program from 1995-2022. She has authored numerous publications and conducted presentations worldwide. Women in Optometry recently announced Dr. Block as a 2023 Theia Award of Excellence winner for her leadership in the field.
“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to serve as the President of the World Council of Optometry for the next two years following Professor Hendicott’s and his predecessors’ great leadership,” she states, “WCO is stronger than ever, leading the profession to be a part of the solution to effect change and improve access to quality, affordable, and equitable eye care.”
Prof. Peter Hendicott
Following the presidential medal transfer during the 4th World Congress of Optometry in Melbourne, Australia, Professor Peter Hendicott (Australia) completed his term as WCO President. He will continue to serve the WCO Board of Directors for the next two years as the Immediate Past President.
“It has been an honour to serve as President of the World Council of Optometry over the past two years, and I would like to sincerely thank all my colleagues in optometry worldwide for entrusting me with the role,” shares Hendicott, “Particular thanks must go to Professor Sandy Block for her valued teamwork, input, and support. I look forward to WCO’s continued success under her presidency.”
Dr. Cindy Tromans
Dr. Cindy Tromans (United Kingdom) has been elected to the position of WCO President-Elect for the 2023-2025 term. Dr. Tromans was WCO Legislation, Registration, & Standards (LRS) Committee Chair from 2019-2023 and has twice served as the President of the European Council of Optometry and Optics (ECOO), from 2018-2020 and 2021-2022.
Dr. Tromans states, “My vision is that optometrists worldwide will contribute to reduce the burden of eye conditions and vision loss by building on the foundations laid by the World Health Organization and by including optometry in universal health systems.”
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Myopia Action Month concludes its last week with an uplifting international discussion hosted by CooperVision, who is a Premier sponsor. The conversation poses a series of thought-provoking questions to six ECPs, educators, and researchers regarding their personal journeys and experiences in myopia control and management.
The online video will be released on Tuesday, September 26 at 10:00 am GMT, as part of Myopia Profile’s comprehensive collection of free online seminars and educational resources that have been offered throughout the month.
“Myopia Action Month has provided an exceptional platform for the eye care community worldwide to unite and address the critical issue of childhood myopia,” said Elizabeth Lumb, BSc (Hons) MCOptom, FBCLA, Director of Global Professional Affairs, Myopia Management, CooperVision. “This exclusive discussion zeros in on key aspects of the myopia control and management journey, aiming to inspire anyone looking to take the next step on their own path. As a global leader in the field, it’s a privilege to partner on initiatives like this inaugural event.”
The conversations center on the theme of “the one thing” that has helped define those journeys. The resulting story examines the core motivations that led the diverse group of participants to begin taking action, standout moments that have defined their experiences, and visions for the next five years.
Contributors include:
Andy Britton, Specialist Optometrist and Director, Specsavers, United Kingdom
Li Lian Foo, Clinical Assistant Professor, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School Consultant Ophthalmologist, Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore
Aamena Kazmi, OD, ABO Diplomate, United States
Jamesina Lowe, OD, Canada
Elena Garcia Rubio, Co-Director of the National Institute of Vision, Spain
Celine Zhang, OD, V Vis Sci/B Optom(Hons), SpecCert MMP(Optom), UniMelb Eyecare Plus, Australia
From left to right: Jamesina Lowe, OD, Canada; Aamena Kazmi, OD, ABO Diplomate, United States; Elena Garcia Rubio, Co-Director of the National Institute of Vision, Spain; Li Lian Foo, Clinical Assistant Professor, Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School Consultant Ophthalmologist, Singapore National Eye Centre, Singapore; Andy Britton, Specialist Optometrist and Director, Specsavers, United Kingdom; Celine Zhang, OD, V Vis Sci/B Optom(Hons), SpecCert MMP(Optom), UniMelb Eyecare Plus, Australia
“Participating in Myopia Action Month allowed me to contemplate my personal journey with myopia management,” said Dr. Kazmi. “Sharing these experiences holds great significance as it helps introduce more children to myopia control, which aligns perfectly with this month’s initiative.”
For more information on Myopia Action Month and to watch CooperVision’s international video, visit www.myopiaaction.com.
Seneca Polytechnic and CooperVision Canada have opened a new Contact Lens Centre of Excellence, expanding hands on learning and strengthening links between education, industry and patient care.
CooperVision has opened The Vision Centre in Southampton and announced six major product advancements, strengthening its innovation pipeline for the next era of eye care.
New research shows that children wearing DOT myopia control lenses behave and see naturally across everyday activities, with visual quality and satisfaction comparable to standard lenses.
The Contact Lens Institute has released Profitability Perspectives, a new report showing significant profitability advantages for contact lens patients based on first ever U.S. data.
MIDO 2027 has opened visitor registration for its February 6–8 edition at Fiera Milano Rho, featuring new exhibitors, expanded programming and a strong international focus.
Seneca Polytechnic and CooperVision Canada have opened a new Contact Lens Centre of Excellence, expanding hands on learning and strengthening links between education, industry and patient care.
CooperVision has opened The Vision Centre in Southampton and announced six major product advancements, strengthening its innovation pipeline for the next era of eye care.
New research shows that children wearing DOT myopia control lenses behave and see naturally across everyday activities, with visual quality and satisfaction comparable to standard lenses.
The Contact Lens Institute has released Profitability Perspectives, a new report showing significant profitability advantages for contact lens patients based on first ever U.S. data.
MIDO 2027 has opened visitor registration for its February 6–8 edition at Fiera Milano Rho, featuring new exhibitors, expanded programming and a strong international focus.
Seneca Polytechnic and CooperVision Canada have opened a new Contact Lens Centre of Excellence, expanding hands on learning and strengthening links between education, industry and patient care.
CooperVision has opened The Vision Centre in Southampton and announced six major product advancements, strengthening its innovation pipeline for the next era of eye care.
New research shows that children wearing DOT myopia control lenses behave and see naturally across everyday activities, with visual quality and satisfaction comparable to standard lenses.
The Contact Lens Institute has released Profitability Perspectives, a new report showing significant profitability advantages for contact lens patients based on first ever U.S. data.
MIDO 2027 has opened visitor registration for its February 6–8 edition at Fiera Milano Rho, featuring new exhibitors, expanded programming and a strong international focus.
Seneca Polytechnic and CooperVision Canada have opened a new Contact Lens Centre of Excellence, expanding hands on learning and strengthening links between education, industry and patient care.
CooperVision has opened The Vision Centre in Southampton and announced six major product advancements, strengthening its innovation pipeline for the next era of eye care.
New research shows that children wearing DOT myopia control lenses behave and see naturally across everyday activities, with visual quality and satisfaction comparable to standard lenses.
The Contact Lens Institute has released Profitability Perspectives, a new report showing significant profitability advantages for contact lens patients based on first ever U.S. data.
MIDO 2027 has opened visitor registration for its February 6–8 edition at Fiera Milano Rho, featuring new exhibitors, expanded programming and a strong international focus.
