President's Message

I recently had a conversation with someone, and in the course of the exchange, this person said, “I have to tell you, you said something last year that really struck a chord with me, I’ve put it into practice, and it’s really changed my life.”

I’m not sure what it was that I said to this person, as it was so benign to me, that I didn’t recall even having said it. Even after they told me what I said, I can’t remember it today. Hearing this feedback however, had a profound effect on me, and caused me to reflect on the impact we have on others lives, and often, when we are not even aware of it.

How often has someone done or said something that made an impact in your life? I have been fortunate to have learned from many mentors in my life, and although most of them, such as my parents, my wife, and my siblings might be expected to be on the list, there are many whom I have learned volumes from, who have also inspired me.

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New Year, New Perspectives!

Vice President Cynthia Lohman shares insight into her why and what sparked her passion for our industry.

Q: What is your why?

My daughter, Ashley

Was the eye health industry your second career?

Yes

Q: Would you mind sharing what allured you to take a different career path?  

In 1988 I was a police dispatcher for 3 Police Departments and a Licensed EMT. My husband was a police officer. Our daughter was born in October 1988. At age 1 ½ years old her eyes began to cross.

I took her to an Ophthalmology practice and after her eye exam, the doctor informed us that our daughter has never seen our face, a leaf, her face. He referred us to a pediatric specialist. There we were given a prescription for glasses. Neither my husband nor I wore glasses.

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