Eye on the Industry Podcast

One year in, and we are pulling back the curtain. In this special anniversary episode, hosts Isabelle Tremblay and Christine Zeggil celebrate 12 episodes of the Eye on the Industry podcast by looking back at everything that made year one unforgettable. In this episode you will hear: A look back at all 11 guests from year one, including Robert Dalton (Opticians Association of Canada), Helen Whitake...

What does it take to rebuild your life and your practice after decades of ownership, unexpected loss, and major life transitions — all at the same time? In this episode, we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Diana Monea, optometrist, keynote speaker, consultant, and author with over 40 years of leadership in clinical practice and practice management. Dr. Monea founded and scaled three independent pr...

What does the future of optometry and eye care really look like? In this full episode of the Eye on the Industry podcast, we sit down with Dr. Harbir Sian — optometrist, clinic owner, educator, and digital leader — to unpack the biggest shifts happening in the optical industry today. Whether you are an optometrist, optician, or eye care professional, this conversation explores everything you need...

🎙️ Welcome to Eye on the Industry Podcast featuring Teri Hart. Eye on the Industry is more than conversations on the industry; we bring you conversations that can improve your business, leadership, and life. Teri Hart is a respected media personality and host of The Hart of It All, known for creating authentic conversations that connect leadership, purpose, and growth. In this episode, we discuss...

Get ready for a power play in this episode of Eye on the Industry! We’re joined by the incredible Dr. Vi Tu Banh, who takes us on a journey from the sidelines of life as a refugee to the champion’s circle as a leader in the eye care industry. Dr. Banh shares his playbook for success, revealing how he turned immense adversity into a winning strategy built on resilience, determination, and the power...

In Episode 7 of Eye on the Industry, we sit down with Kevin Wilhelm, co-founder and CEO of Marketing4ECPs and the new owner of Cleinman Performance Partners, for a thoughtful conversation on mindset, marketing, and leadership in the optical industry. Kevin shares insights on how Cleinman Performance Partners supports eye care professionals through coaching, consulting, and guidance designed to hel...

Join us and Dr Kiran Ramesh as we explore: ✨ The art of primary care ✨ Eyewear sales as patient care ✨ Building strong teams ✨ Creating systems that give owners freedom ✨ The Owner to CEO evolution ✨ Real wins from real practices Special thank you to The Optical Group for sponsoring this episode, and to Optik for being our media partner. 📺 Watch the full episode on your favourite podcast pl...

🌟 FULL EPISODE OUT NOW! 🌟 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Michael White, Sports Mental Performance Coach, Certified Law of Attraction Life Coach, and Certified Grief and Loss Educator. We explore how perspective shapes performance, how to move through change, and why “what you focus on, you attract.” 💜 Watch or listen now! Shout-out to our media partner Optik Magazine for their ongoi...

In this episode of Eye on the Industry, hosts Isabelle Tremblay and Christine Zeggil sit down with Rachel Hill, owner of Personal Optical, and Sheena Taff, owner of Robert’s & Brown Opticians. Both proud members of The Optical Group, they dive into the evolving role of buying groups and the unique value they bring to independent eye care professionals. We also have a little fun as Rachel and S...

In this inspiring episode of Eye on the Industry, hosts Isabelle Tremblay and Christine sit down with Helen Whitaker—President of the International Opticians Association, mobile care innovator, and award-winning optician. From launching a mobile optical clinic to championing global access to eye care, Helen shares her journey, her vision for the future of opticianry, and why she believes passion a...

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Dalton, Executive Director of the Opticians Association of Canada, to explore the vital topic of children’s vision. From early detection to long-term eye health, we discuss the key challenges and opportunities in protecting and supporting young eyes. Whether you’re an eyecare professional or a parent, this conversation is full of practical insights you won’...

In this first episode, recorded in beautiful Mexico, we introduce the Podcast to the Optical Industry. It’s your first pass to the optical world. This will be your new favourite Optical Podcast! Thank you for watching!

Welcome to the Eye on the Industry Podcast!