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July 5, 2019July 5, 2019

Centennial Appoints Vice-Presidents and HR Director

Centennial Optical announces the promotions of Gerald Johns to Vice-President of Frame Sales and Mike Jones to Vice-President of Lens Sales, both taking on additional responsibilities for marketing and sales administration, and of Lina Connor to Director of Human Resources, with added responsibility for payroll, for Centennial Optical Limited.

Gerald Johns is in his 26th year with Centennial, having served first as Manager of Customer Service prior to becoming a sales representative for the company in 2000. Gerald was promoted to Sales Manager in 2006 and Director of Sales for the frame division in 2013.

Mike Jones is in his 21st year with Centennial, joining the company in 1998 as Director of Sales for Lenses, with previous experience as a sales director and consultant within the optical industry.

Lina Connor also began her career with Centennial in 1998 as a consultant to develop human resources programs for the company, becoming Human Resources Manager in 2000 to spearhead those initiatives.

“Gerald, Mike and Lina, are part of a tight, great leadership team”, said Centennial President, Allen Nightingale in announcing the promotions. “These appointments will strengthen the company, enabling us to implement increased training efforts, coordinate enhanced marketing and quicker, go-to-market strategies.”

Click HERE for the full press release.

July 5, 2019June 26, 2019

opti to get a New Home in 2021

In 2021, 2023 and 2025 opti will be held at the Messe Stuttgart. The reason: in these odd years, Fairground Munich is only able to give opti exhibitors a narrow window of time in which to construct their stands due to the BAU, the world’s leading trade fair for Architecture, Materials and Systems taking place beforehand. As this called the timing in January into question, the International Trade Show for Optics & Design will move to a different location during these years.

Messe Stuttgart offers the best premises for these purposes: the event grounds are extremely modern. The infrastructure is excellent, and the Messe is superbly connected to transport systems. Visitors can even walk to the halls from Stuttgart Airport. Stuttgart itself is located in southwestern Germany, about 200 km from Munich.

As planned, opti 2020 will take place from January 10-12, 2020 at Fairground Munich, where it will also take place in 2022 and 2024.

Click HERE for the full press release.

July 4, 2019July 3, 2019

Toronto’s First GCOMM Conference Was a Success!

According to Dr. Edward Chow, Founder and President of the Global Council on Myopia Management (GCOMM) the prevailing mind-set that myopia is simply corrected with lenses or surgery needs to change if the debilitating sight-threatening consequences of the myopia pandemic are to be avoided.

In June 2019, GCOMM held their first Myopia Management conference in Toronto. Renowned speakers covered clinical research, tools and education on the topic of myopia control. The conference was held over two days and included seminars, breakout sessions and a vendor tradeshow. Speakers included 27 experts in research and clinical practice, and 19 vendors of myopia control products provided 16 hours of accredited Continuing Education and was attended by 185 eye care practitioners.

Friday evening ended with a three-hour workshop on OrthoTool™, a custom contact lens design software which enables Optometrists to simplify their workflow and quickly design custom orthokeratology contact lenses for even the most difficult cases.

Research in myopia control has helped us better understand some of the environmental and genetic factors in myopia. According to Dr. Andrei Tkatchenko, MD, PhD, genetic factors are the main driver of myopia. He attributes 70% to genetics and 30% is environmental factors. Through deeper knowledge of the specific genes affecting myopia, new drugs are expected to be much more successful in slowing down myopia than existing options and with minimal side effects.

Thanks to GCOMM, a platform is available to showcase the research being done in the myopia management and help Optometrists to successfully treat, educate and communicate to their patients with the knowledge they gain by attending.

As research continues and we have more questions, more answers, more products, newer drugs and advanced measuring tools that will aid us in treating and hopefully ending this growing epidemic.

July 3, 2019May 20, 2026

OptikEyeStyle – Etnia Barcelona CARNABY (col. BLGY)

For Spring/Summer2019, Etnia Barcelona has released multiple frame styles all featuring a new colour creation, a deep teal coloured acetate sprinkled with a depth of glitter that is just the right amount of playfulness. The CARNABY (in col. BLGY) is a cat’s eye frame with a thick acetate temple,

reminiscent of a classic 1950s shape.

Distributed by : www.etniabarcelona.com

July 2, 2019July 2, 2019

AAO Foundation Announces 2019 Joe and Janet Barr Early Career Cornea and Contact Lens Research Award Recipients

The American Academy of Optometry Foundation announces the awardees of the Joe and Janet Barr Early Career Cornea and Contact Lens Research Award. In conjunction with the joint meeting of the American Academy of Optometry and the World Council of Optometry, two awards will be given this year to include students abroad. This year’s awardees are Pabita Dhungel and Rabia Mobeen.

Pabita Dhungel is an MS/PhD Candidate at Pacific University College of Optometry. Her project is on the Impact of Scleral Lens Wear on Intraocular Pressure and Posterior Ocular Perfusion. Patrick J. Caroline, FAAO, Associate Professor at Pacific University said “Pabita embodies that extremely rare mix of scientific researcher and skilled clinician. I look forward to her future contributions to our profession.”

Rabia Mobeen is a PhD Scholar at the University of New South Wales School of Optometry and Vision Science. Her project is on the Corneal Immune Response in Children, Adolescents, and Adult Contact Lens Wearers. Professor and Head of School, Lisa Keay, PhD, MPH, BOptom, at University of New South Wales School of Optometry and Vision Science said “Rabia is a talented emerging scientist with a very bright future.”

The award is intended to provide a MS, PhD, vision science, or physiological optics student attending a school or college of optometry seed funding for a research project in cornea/ocular surface or contact lenses.

Of the six applicants who applied for the award, both Pabita and Rabia presented an impressive resume of experience in clinical research, volunteer service, and lecture presentation. They will both receive a $2,000 award and a $750 travel fellowship to attend Academy 2019 Orlando and 3rd World Congress of Optometry, October 23 – 27, 2019.

Click HERE for the full press release.

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

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Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

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Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

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