VMAIL for August 8, 2024

pure‘%lfas x 2/ \ s Advertisement AUGUST 08, 2024 - www.visionmonday.com - NATIONAL VISION HOLDINGS, INC. REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2024 REVENUE GROWTH BUT LOWERS FULL-YEAR FINANCIAL GUIDANCE AND LOOKS TO OPTIMIZE FLEET DULUTH, Ga.—National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the largest optical retail companies in the U.S., has reported its financial results for the second quarter Read more. ARG N . David Rips, President/CEQ of Younger Optics Advertisement KITS EYECARE REPORTS RECORD SECOND QUARTER 2024 FINANCIAL RESULTS VANCOUVER, British Columbia—KITS Eyecare Ltd. (TSX: KITS), a vertically integrated eyecare provider, has reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. Revenue Read more. STAAR SURGICAL REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY NET SALES FOR Q2 2024, RAISES FISCAL 2024 OUTLOOK LAKE FOREST, Calif.—STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of the EVO family of Implantable Collamer Lenses (EVO ICL) for myopia, Read more. AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION AND GENENTECH BRING EYE HEALTH EQUITY PROGRAM TO D.C. AREA ARLINGTON, Va.—The American Diabetes Association (ADA) and Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, have announced a program to increase equitable access to eye health Read more. Advertisement - DOCS SHOULD START GETTING READY FOR UPCOMING RESPIRATORY VIRUS SEASON - THREE YEARS AFTER COVID HOSPITALIZATION, COGNITIVE PROBLEMS PERSIST AND WORSEN - THE NATIONAL AVERAGE FOR GROSS REVENUE AT ECP LOCATIONS INCREASED FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 29–AUGUST 4, JOBSON’S LATEST PRACTICE PERFORMANCE TRACKER SHOWS - CALIFORNIA COVID SURGE IS SURPRISINGLY STRONGER, LONGER-LASTING THAN EXPERTS HAD EXPECTED Advertisement - FOCUSING ON GEN Z IS CRUCIAL AS THE GENERATION IS SETTING TRENDS THAT INFLUENCE BROADER CONSUMER BEHAVIOR. ANDREA SENGARA, VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING AT CAMPARI AMERICA, COMMENTED IN A RECENT Q&A ON THE IMPORTANCE OF THE GEN Z CONSUMER AND THE VALUE OF AUTHENTICITY IN THE RETAIL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE. READ THE ARTICLE, “CAMPARI VP TALKS GEN Z CONSUMER, VALUE OF AUTHENTICITY IN RETAIL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE.” - Advertisement Now Incorporating VMail ProductWatch and VMail Technology EYE HEALTH CLI’S ‘EASY AS 1-2-3’ VIDEOS PROMOTE HEALTHY CONTACT LENS WEAR AND CARE Product: Contact Lens Institute's “Easy as 1-2-3” video series. Top Line: The new digital video series promotes healthy contact lens wear and care behaviors.  Close Up: Now in its fourth year, The Easy Way (Eyes, Awareness, Safety and You) is used by eyecare practices across the U.S., Canada, and worldwide. It includes simplified tips, attention-grabbing infographics, and companion digital resources for use in practices, presented in a memorable and straightforward way. Vital Statistics: “Easy as 1-2-3” encourages optometry and ophthalmology practices to Read more. ALSO NEW OWA PRESENTS NEW PODCAST EPISODE FEATURING MARY JONES Top Line: The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) has released its newest podcast episode featuring Mary Jones, senior manager of professional business development at Zyloware.  Close Up: In the podcast, Jones discusses her 20+ years of experience in the optical industry, and the importance of being your own champion and highlighting your own accomplishments throughout your career. She also gives insight into her approach to leadership. Vital Stats: OWA members Carissa Dunphy and Tatiana Stewart host Read more. FRAME COLLECTION LTD EYEWEAR RELEASES JAXON Quick Take: LTD Eyewear is presenting Jaxon, a new optical model for younger patients. Specifics: Jaxon is a modified unisex oval for kids with a TR90 front, rubberized temples and a flex temple design. It is available in black/grey, blue and pink.  Selling Point: Jaxon offers kids a lightweight, comfortable and stylish eyewear option. shop.ltdeyewear.com Read more. To submit items for LaunchPad, email [email protected]. Advertisement - UNEMPLOYMENT FIGURES FOR JULY MAY SIGNAL AN ECONOMIC STALL New unemployment figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) may signal an economic slowdown. According to the latest job report, the unemployment rate Read more. - Advertisement NATIONAL VISION APPOINTS ALEX WILKES AS PRESIDENT, COO PATRICK MOORE TO RETIRE DULUTH, Ga.—National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the largest optical retail companies in the U.S., has announced the appointment of Alex Wilkes as National Vision’s president, reporting to Reade Fahs, chief executive officer of National Vision, effective August 19, 2024. The company told VMAIL that Wilkes' role as president is a new position. This follows the company’s announcement on July 1, 2024, of Mark Banner joining the company as chief stores officer. National Vision also announced that Patrick Moore, the company’s chief operating officer and former chief financial officer, has shared his plans to retire at the end of this year. Read More WOMEN IN OPTOMETRY: OASIS OPTOMETRY—OWNERSHIP, TOGETHER Childhood experiences at the optometrist’s office left lasting impressions on Patricia Le, OD, and her sister Stephanie Asis, OD. When it came time to pursue their own careers, they both felt that optometry was the perfect match. Dr. Le stayed in the Bay Area for her first few years, and Dr. Asis returned to Southern California, nearby where they grew up. In July 2021, Dr. Le decided to make the move closer to home, as well. It was during her job hunt that she says that she started to consider ownership for the first time. When Dr. Le asked her sister if she would like to join her in the venture, Dr. Asis was ready to give her support. Read More - COOPERVISION LEADS GLOBAL DIALOGUE ON MYOPIA CONTROL, BRIDGING OPTOMETRY AND OPHTHALMOLOGY PROFESSIONS CooperVision’s leadership in advancing myopia control and establishing it as the standard of care in ocular health was prominently featured at the recent World Congress of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WCPOS V) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Continuing this momentum, CooperVision will also be showcased at the upcoming World Ophthalmology Congress (WOC) in Vancouver, Canada. Read more.