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April 29, 2019April 29, 2019

Safilo Announces Joint Venture in South Korea

Safilo Group announces a joint venture agreement in South Korea with Parma International, an experienced local player active in the eyewear and sporting goods sectors, which will favour the development of new distribution channels in the market together with marketing and digital communication services.

The joint venture between Safilo and Parma, 51% owned by Safilo, will be based in Seoul, South Korea, and will distribute the eyewear collections of many of the brands in Safilo’s portfolio with the aim of increasing the company’s reach in the country.

“We are committed to building a solid, profitable and long-term business in South Korea, a market that holds strategic importance for Safilo at a global level, both for its domestic market and for its role as a trend setter in design for the whole world,” commented Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group. “Parma International’s experience in distribution and knowledge of the local wholesale and retail market make them an ideal partner with whom to develop our long-term growth strategy.”

“This partnership is very important to us. We share Safilo’s vision and approach, and I am sure that the creation of this joint venture will enable us to strengthen and accelerate our respective businesses,” added Sangken Park, CEO of Parma International.

SEEONE, Safilo’s current distributor for the Korean market, will continue to manage the distribution of some brands of Safilo’s portfolio.

Source: Safilo

April 26, 2019April 25, 2019

Optometry Clinic Beaulieu and Jalbert Join Visique

Visique announces Optometry Clinic Beaulieu and Jalbert have officially joined the Visique family. Along with the name change, the clinic has relocated within Place Jacques-Cartier and is now near the Center-Ville medical clinic.

As part of this next phase for the clinic, more than $600,000 has been invested in new equipment and renovations in order to enhance the patient experience under the new Visique name. With these advancements, the clinic will be able to provide a new, unique eye care experience to the community of Gaspe. Customers and patients will also benefit from some of the most competitive pricing offered on a wide selection of high-quality frames exclusive to Visique.

“While our clinic’s name may have changed, our commitment to exceptional personalized eye care remains the same,” said Dr. Maxime Paré. “Patients and customers can expect to be examined with equipment using the latest technology and will now have the ability to create custom glasses through Visique’s ophthalmic laboratory.”

The staff from Optometry Clinic Beaulieu and Jalbert will remain unchanged, including optometrists Dr. Gaëtane Fournier, Dr, Éric Jalbert and Dr. Maxime Paré. They will now be part of a larger team of 250+ associate optometrists operating in Quebec under the Visique banner. The reason for this transition is due to a shared philosophy of patient health and desire to utilize sought-after resources offered by Visique.

The public and media are invited to celebrate the new location on Friday, April 26 from 8:30am to 5pm. The three optometrists as well as the clinic team will be on hand to guide guests through the new offices, highlight the next generation of optometry and answer any questions patients may have. Attendees will enjoy discounts from 20% to 70% on all frames. In addition, a representative of the Lanctôt brand will be on hand to present the MEXX, OWP, Morel 1880, Julbo and Jaguar collections.

For more information, please call 418-368-2666 or visit www.visique.com .

New address: Place Jacques-Cartier 167 Queen, Unit 120, GASPE, QC, G4X 2W6

Source : FYidoctors

April 24, 2019May 20, 2026

Sandro Eyewear, The Elegance of Discretion

Built on a classic colour palette of black, grey, tortoiseshell and crystal, the Sandro eyewear collections are reflective of the contemporary Sandro man and woman. Timeless panthos frames shapes have discreetly engraved branding on the collection of handmade acetates or refined metals. While bespoke elements such as Windsor rims, compliment the craftmanship of custom made five-barrel hinges and distinctive real triple rivets add the finishing touch of class.

Distributed by: www.rlanctot.com

April 23, 2019April 23, 2019

FYidoctors Expands Footprint in High-Growth Regions

FYidoctors announces that Dr. Michael Banducci & Associates, located in Mississauga, ON, has joined the FYidoctors family.

Conveniently located in Downtown Mississauga, the clinic has been serving both the Mississauga community and neighbouring municipalities of Etobicoke, Brampton and Oakville for over 14 years. Dr. Michael Banducci, Dr. Gary Kogon and their staff look forward to continuing to provide affordable and comprehensive optometric services from their current location under the FYidoctors banner.

“We have always believed that listening to your patients’ concerns and taking the time to understand their complete history is the way in which eye care should be approached,” said Dr. Michael Banducci. “Our decision to join the FYidoctors family was due to the fact that they share the same value for that comprehensive approach and will offer both us and our patients benefits which are of great value.”

Under the FYidoctors banner, Dr. Michael Banducci & Associates will now enjoy the benefits of FYidoctors’s ophthalmic laboratory in Delta, British Columbia, where patients and customers can create custom glasses to suit their personal needs.

“I am particularly excited about Dr. Banducci joining our company. It was over 10 years ago when I visited him and told the FYidoctors story. We were just starting our company,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, Chairman & CEO of FYidoctors. “We have both watched each other grow and evolve over the years and I am proud to have his Mississauga team join our company after all of these years. They will be an amazing addition to our team.”

Source : FYidoctors

April 23, 2019April 23, 2019

New Look Vision Announces Sudden Passing of Senior Vice President Mario Pageau

New Look Vision Group is saddened to announce that its Senior Vice President Optician Networks and New Look Eyewear President, Mario Pageau o.o.d., died suddenly last Saturday.

Antoine Amiel, President and CEO of New Look Vision said: “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my friend and colleague Mario Pageau. Mario had served as our Senior Vice President Optician Networks and New Look Eyewear President since October 2017 and for 17 years before that, in various key positions throughout New Look Vision. His passion, dedication, humanity and humour will live on in our memories and inspire our actions. On behalf of all at New Look Vision, I offer our deepest condolences to his loved ones.”

Mr. Pageau is survived by his wife Andrea Benavente, his sons Felix, Rafael and Matias, his daughters Emilie and Rebeca and his parents George and Nicole.

Marie-Josée Mercier, Vice-President Sales and Customer Experience, New Look Eyewear since 2010 is appointed General Manager of New Look Eyewear with immediate effect. Ms. Mercier is a distinguished retail professional with over 30 years’ experience, of which 14 years with the New Look Vision Group.

Details of the funeral will be communicated at a later date on the company’s website: www.newlookvision.ca

Source: New Look