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glimpses HOYA Vision Care Canada Appoints a New President H OYA Vision Care, Canada announced today that Ahmos Henry has joined the company as President, Hoya Vision Care (Canada) to further develop their growing portfolio of innovative products and services. Ahmos comes to Hoya with a wealth of experience in the Ophthalmic Lens Manufacturing Industry. He has achieved remarkable success in the previous companies he has worked for, both in the optical and healthcare fields. Ahmos has a Bachelor of Science degree from Cairo University, and an Executive Masters of Business Administration from Saint Mary’s University in Canada. Ahmos joins HOYA Vision Care, Canada to continue their recent success as the fastest growing company in the Canadian optical industry, providing some of the most innovative products and services to many eye care professionals. Ahmos comments: “I am excited to start a new challenge with HOYA Vision Care, Canada. I look forward to working with the team to take the success of Hoya in many parts of Canada, to new horizons. I am delighted to join a well respected company that prides itself in some of the most innovative products that every Eye Care Professional knows and appreciates.” Gerry Bottero, President, HOYA Vision Care Company (Global) said: “We are honoured that Ahmos has chosen Hoya. Ahmos is uniquely qualified to lead all aspects and drive innovation in our service platform and product portfolio. We look forward to his vision, passion and energy in guiding Hoya Lens Canada in service to the country’s premier optical practices.” 42 OPTICAL PRISM | MARCH 2014 independent