Greg Rodriguez
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Greg’s professional history includes 45 years in the optical
field. He started his optical career while in the Army,
graduating from the MOAB school of Opticianry in1966. He has
owned a retail optical business and has managed finishing
labs. In 1994 Greg started as a Sales and Technical Training
Manager for a major provider and manufacturer of ophthalmic
lenses. He was responsible for the management and training
of 8 brand sales consultants in over 14 states.
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Having co-authored many optical training courses and
seminars, he has been recognized for many outstanding achievements as a consultant,
District Sales Manager, speaker and educator, both nationally and in Latin America.
Greg’s speaking style is laugh and learn. He is easy to listen to and combines his
knowledge of the optical industry with a delivery that is easy to follow and entertaining.
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Mr. Rodriguez is generously sponsored by  |
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Michael A. Ward,
MM.Sc, FAAO
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A noted lecturer, Michael A. Ward is a Past President of the Contact
Lens Society of America. He is a recipient of the CLAO Honor
Award, the JCAHPO Faculty Award, the Beverly Myers
Achievement Award and the Calhoun Medal.
Mr. Ward achieved his Bachelor of Science degree in
Microbiology from the University of Washington with an
undergraduate thesis in ocular microbiology.
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He earned his
Master of Medical Science degree from Emory University. He
conducted ophthalmic research at the University of Washington
and the University of Chicago prior to joining the Emory University School of Medicine
faculty. Mike is a Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist, a Licensed Dispensing
Optician, an Honored Fellow of the Contact Lens Society of America, a Fellow of the
Cornea, Contact Lens and Refractive Technologies section of the American Academy of
Optometry and member of the Contact Lens and Cornea Section of the American
Optometric Association. Mr. Ward is a consultant to industry, a frequent national and
international speaker, and an author of many publications. Areas of interest include
ocular microbiology, contact lens care products, keratoconus and specialty lens fitting.
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Mr. Ward is generously sponsored by  |
