Stand Out: EVF Celebrates Those Who Give Vision a Voice

Essilor Vision Foundation Presents Awards at National Sales Meeting

Essilor Vision Foundation is committed to giving children a better life through better sight. As it kicks off its 12th year, the organization is continuing to raise awareness and make the difference for those children whose lives are forever changed by a pair of glasses.

“We are grateful for the support of Essilor of America employees, labs and the community. Their unwavering support and commitment help us as we work to reach the goal eliminating poor vision in one generation,” says Becky Palm, President and Executive Director of Essilor Vision Foundation.

At Essilor’s National Sales Meeting, Essilor Vision Foundation recognized the following individuals, labs and partners who have been standouts in helping the organization reach its annual goals.

The Spotlight Award is given to individuals who influence others to make a collective impact, rarely taking recognition for themselves.

• Steve Ciske, Chief Technical Officer, Commercial Solutions
• Mikki Daniel, General Manger, Southern Optical, Piney Flats, Tenn.
• Dennis Mayo, Senior Director, Strategic Programs Officer

The Hero Award is given to individual contributors who regularly go above and beyond to make a difference.

• Matt Jackson, Manager, Consumer Media
• Shadetra Johnson, Marketing Manager, Strategic Accounts
• Ryan Murry, Director, Compensation & Benefits

The Partners in Excellence Award is given to a partner that has been a standout in a significant way to help Essilor Vision Foundation.

• Dallas Distribution Center and Lab
• OMD
• VisionWeb

This year, Essilor Vision Foundation also presented the Partners in Excellence Honorable Mentions. This is special recognition and thanks to agencies that provided over $100,000 each in pro bono work to the foundation in 2018.

• Golin
• Grey Midwest
• FGX
• Saatchi X

To learn more about Essilor Vision Foundation, visit evfusa.org.