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Amélie Morel Elected President of SILMO

The Board of Directors of the SILMO Association, the founding proprietor of the SILMO Paris Exhibition, has unanimously elected Amélie Morel as the new SILMO Paris president.

Communications Director for Morel Eyewear, Amélie Morel will take the helm of this major optics and eyewear event which this year is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The fourth generation to manage the family business alongside her brothers Jérôme and Francis, Amélie Morel received a resounding vote of confidence from the association’s Board to continue the work of promoting both the SILMO Exhibition and the industry, previously carried out by Philippe Lafont who passed away suddenly in March.

For the past 50 years, SILMO Paris has been carving out a niche as THE flagship trade fair for all optics and eyewear professionals. Under the impetus of successive presidents, SILMO has developed tools and promotional platforms to support the profession: Silmo d’Or awards, Silmo Academy, Trends Forum etc. True to its dynamic and innovative DNA, the blueprint for serving the needs of the profession, Silmo Paris will continue this momentum. At its head will be an ambassador for the French eyewear sector who combines a fresh approach with an extensive knowledge of both communications and the French and international eyewear markets.

Backed by a committed, close-knit team, SILMO Paris will work hard to complete all the projects initiated, in particular:

  • celebrating the 50th anniversary of the world’s leading optics and eyewear exhibition;
  • delivering constructive innovations to ensure the exhibition remains at the cutting edge of market developments;
  • meeting the expectations of exhibitors and visitors even more effectively in terms of business, socialising, creativity, training and innovation.

 

Click HERE to read the full press release.

 

Janna I. Neal Promoted to VP Operations at Zyloware

Port Chester, NY – Zyloware Eyewear announces the promotion of Janna I. Neal to Vice President of Operations.

Janna Neal’s fifteen years of industry experience in operations management has made her a natural fit for the current promotion. Janna Neal joined Zyloware’s team in 2002 as a Sales Administrator to Zyloware’s Direct Sales team. After completing her Bachelor’s Degree, Ms. Neal was promoted to Customer Service Manager and then to Director of Operations. An exceptional problem solver and skilled communicator, Ms. Neal’s drive and determination resulted in her current promotion. In this position, Ms. Neal’s innovative thinking and vision will continue to enhance the strategic direction, growth and profitability of Zyloware.

As Vice President of Operations at Zyloware, Ms. Neal will oversee all operations within the company. Her responsibilities will include collaboration with other departments to help identify, establish and execute Zyloware’s vision, in addition to assisting with the implementation of programs including new technology, customer efficiency and budgeting.

Westgroupe USA Names New Western Regional Sales Director

Westgroupe Gino

MONTREAL, QC – WestGroupe USA announces the appointment of Gino Skulick III to the position of Western Regional Sales Director.  Based in California, Gino will play a critical role in leading the US West Coast sales team on to greater levels of success.

Gino joins Westgroupe with more than 11 years of experience in the optical industry in both sales and leadership roles.  His knowledge, his ability to lead and his problem solving skills will be key assets in his new role at WestGroupe.

Sporty-Chic Vuarnet Edge Round

Vuarnet is pleased to announce the Edge Round in a deep transparent acetate frame with grey polar blue flash lenses. The pairing of transparent acetate and white stainless steel makes for a dramatic, monochromatic look. The famous “V on a Ski” – the mark of authenticity etched on each Vuarnet glass lens since the brand was founded in 1957 – is subtly engraved in metal on the temples of the frame.

www.vuarnet.com/ca

New RAY-BAN Prescription Lenses

Launching first in Italy and then globally by end of 2017, Ray-Ban will begin selling prescription lenses. Prescriptions will be adapted for the chosen frame. Through a tolerance control, vision correction needs are married to Ray-Ban designs.

The Digital Surface Technology (DST) enables lenses tailor-made to your customer’s specific vision correction requirements, providing clearer vision and alleviating eye strain. The new prescription glasses look identical to the classics, from the iconic Ray-Ban Wayfarers to the newest designs. With colours ranging from standard g-15 to flash and gradients, each pair of prescription Ray- Bans are completely authentic to the original designs.

Just like Ray-Ban’s regular lenses, prescription lenses feature the Ray-Ban logo in the corner of the right lens, with the Ray-Ban initials engraved on the left. Across sun and optical, Ray-Ban has the same multipliers and upgrades scheme. After ordering the frames and lenses, the finished product is delivered to opticians and retailers in just six days. The offer is already available for a wide range of styles and colour variations.

Click HERE for full press release.

 

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