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BÜHLER LEYBOLD OPTICS AND J&J APPOINTS

OPTOTECH COLLABORATION DR MONICA

Bühler Leybold Optics and OptoTech have formed a new JONG
strategic collaboration in surface processing and coating for
the ophthalmic market. Johnson & Johnson Vision
has named Dr Monica Jong as
As per a joint statement issued by the two companies,
they have both agreed to combine their sales, services, and its global professional education
portfolio competencies in both North and South America. In lead, myopia, in a recent
the U.S. and Canada, OptoTech will take the lead by providing announcement.
the full line of OptoTech surface machines, combined with the Dr Jong is a globally
complete line of Bühler AR Coating machines to complete the recognised thought-leader who
portfolio. In Latin America, Bühler will take the lead and offer has been published in nationally
the same full line of products under the Bühler portfolio. and internationally acclaimed
“Combining the portfolios and expertise of OptoTech and peer-review publications.
Bühler will make it easier for customers to request a total She has co-founded and led
solution and have it delivered by specialists in both fields. the International Myopia
This makes it possible to offer customers the equipment and Institute (IMI), setting up and
service they need much more efficiently,” said Oscar Silio, collaborating with a global
director of sales ophthalmic for Bühler Inc. advisory board of renowned
ophthalmology and optometry
“The two companies complement each other perfectly, thought leaders, and gathered
thanks to OptoTech’s strong presence and market position in together commercial
North America and Bühler’s in South America as well as the representatives of the vision
recognised expertise of both companies being technology care sector to build awareness
driven world class manufacturers. By combining our products of myopia.
and services, we offer our customers the flexibility and
freedom to choose the best solution for their individual needs,” In her new role, Dr Jong
said Jeff Grumbling, president of OptoTech Technologies Inc. will be responsible for leading
how Johnson & Johnson
DE RIGO AND GAP LICENSING Vision educates and trains
professionals in myopia and will
AGREEMENT create new ways of engaging
global stakeholders through
De Rigo has formed a licensing agreement for the design, science and education.
production and distribution of Gap branded prescription frames “Awareness and education
and sunglasses in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Brazil. based on scientific evidence

Gap is a leading casual lifestyle brand in the USA that was are paramount to reshape the
established in 1969 in San Francisco by Donald and Doris Fisher. future of myopia in partnership
The brand embodies modern American optimism, offering with eyecare professionals,”
timeless, versatile essentials for every occasion. said Jong, BOptom, PhD. “I
look forward to bringing my
The agreement with De Rigo marks a momentous step in the knowledge and expertise and
growth of Gap’s lifestyle concept through eyewear with a collection working with the esteemed
for men, women and children. The collection will reflect Gap’s team of experts at J& J Vision
values of producing elevated, well-made and responsibly produced to further advance the current
products that define the brand and its seasonal offerings. understanding of myopia and

The first Gap eyewear collection is scheduled to be launched help make a difference in the
in 2022 and will be distributed through De Rigo’s sales network lives of the many doctors and
and in select Gap specialty stores. patients the company serves.”

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