NEG appoints new MD

Eyespace

New Cocoa Mint CM9127

The latest colour edit from Eyespace’s Cocoa Mint collection interprets this year’s colour trends into “mood-boosting models” composed from high quality acetate. Bold and bright, the latest capsule release adopts an innovative use of colour, enhanced by Cocoa Mint’s signature relaxed glamour aesthetic. One of the highlights is D-shaped model CM9127 (pictured) which draws on striking colour infusions from the spring/summer 2022 catwalks. The Cocoa Mint signature logo is foil branded onto the temples in light gold: a subtle yet popular designer feature.

Optometry First

The optical bodies are encouraging practices to demonstrate their willingness to get involved with a new Optometry First model of care – if their local area is selected to test the initiative. Optometry First is the result of the optical bodies working with NHS England to develop a model that allows the transfer and delivery of NHS services outside hospitals – including diagnosis, treatment, follow-up to surgery and the co-management of long-term conditions.

NHS England now wishes to test this model by working intensively with a small number of systems, as well as continuing to work more widely, with a view to strengthening the evidence base and demonstrating a route to scaling up across England. To find out more, practices are advised to contact their local optical committee, the Local Optical Committee Support Unit or their representative body.

Practices can also apply for an account on the FutureNHS Collaboration Platform at www.future.nhs.uk and view the Optometry First Toolkit.

NEG

New MD role for Phil Mullins

NEG’s Phil Mullins has been appointed as group managing director. A qualified dispensing optician, Phil joined NEG in 2005 as business development manager (BDM) to help drive the business forwards – working closely with co-founders Mike Wheeler and Michael Daunt. He was appointed as operations director in 2018, with Sandi Charlesworth taking over as BDM. Phil is also responsible for the day-to-day management of Optinet.

Commenting on his new role, Phil said: “I look forward to continuing to work with our members and suppliers to strengthen the independent sector of UK optics. We have many exciting developments in the pipeline for 2022, and we are very much looking forward to getting back together with members in June at our Building for Success Conference.” Find out more about this year’s conference in Phil’s monthly column on page 17.

Mido

Trade fairs are back and if you’re craving a taste of Italy, make a note of the news dates for Mido 2022: 30 April to 2 May at the Milano Rho Fiera. After countless postponements and rescheduling, the Italian trade show is returning to its original spring time slot – described as a strategically important time for the global optical business.

Mido chairman, Giovanni Vitaloni, commented: “Mido 2022 held from the end of April to the beginning of May is the best date for us to return to fulfil our mission: creating and maximising international business opportunities while conferring prestige and vitality to a strategic sector.

“We are also working to be ready to welcome exhibitors and visitors in maximum safety, following the most updated regulations”. For the latest show updates and registration, visit www.mido.com

Sun Lenses and Coatings

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