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EYE FOCUS | NEWS HOYA announces new director of national sales HOYA Vision Care Canada has an- nounced the promotion of Bernard Lecavalier to director of national sales. With more than 30 years of experi- ence in the optical industry, Lecava- lier has been a highly respected member of the Hoya Regional Sales Management Team over the past 11 years. During this time, he has been en- gaged in various organizational areas with specific focus on cultivating the commercial business including sales training, building customer relation- ships with corporate buying groups, managing wholesale accounts and overseeing the Safety Eyewear Divi- sion. Ahmos Henry, president of Hoya Vision Care Canada, says “Bernard’s promotion will help set an unprec- edented national presence and posi- tions HOYA Canada for continued growth and success. “His business acumen, experience and leadership skills will further the level of support we offer to both Hoya team members and independent eye care practices from all over the country.” In his new role, Lecavalier will be responsible for all Hoya Canada sales nationally and will also continue in his day-to-day responsi- bilities as Eastern Canada regional sales manager for the time being. Lecavalier holds a bachelor of science degree in physical education from Université de Montréal, a marketing certificate from UQAM (Université du Québec à Montréal) and an MBA from the school of HEC, Université de Montréal. Proudly Supporting Independent CANADIAN EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS with buying group benefi ts since 1988 Ad_1.indd 1 22 EYE FOCUS June Digital 2019 www.theopticalgroup.ca 1.800.263.0010 17-05-31 9:40 AM