20/06/2023
Congratulations Andy. Well done.
Last week the Court admitted 6 new Liverymen, growing and strengthening the Spectacle Makers' Livery with a wealth of , and backgrounds from all corners of . With all they have done to increase and progress their field, please find just a snapshot about each below!
Reena Chopra is a clinical research at Google Health and is a practicing at Moorfieds Eye Hospital NHS Trust. She has been recognised on multiple occasions for her work on the application of in medical imaging, and was the 2020 recipient of the WCSM Ruskell Medal.
Christopher Grey is an and runs his own group of practices with his partner Elizabeth, which will reach their 30th Anniversary next year!
Martyn Howlett FBDO is a senior in the eye care team at SeeAbility providing vital services for children in special needs schools and vulnerable young adults. Since Martyn joined the Spectacle Makers at the age of 21 it has been a privilege to watch his progression professionally and within the Company.
Georgina Myers is the director at Myers La Roche following the footsteps of her family's business, providing business consultancy and advice to many optical practices.
Paul Ryb was an investment banker, but after an early diagnosis of AMD and the subsequent loss of central vision his career pivoted and adapted. He now advises organisations on funding and developing ophthalmic innovations and diversity and inclusion.
Andrew Yorke is the managing director of Topcon Great Britain, responsible for manufacturing OCT machines (among many other things) and is a past Chair of the OSA and the BCLA.
Welcome all!