Dr. Trisha Beal of Brant Family Eye Care named as finalist for Eyecare Professional of the Year!!

Transitions Optical, Inc. has named the three finalists for the third annual Transitions Healthy Sight Awards program: Dr. Trisha Beal, Brant Family Eye Care, (Ontario); Dr. Alain Côté, Clinique optométrique de Lennoxville, (Quebec) and Dr. Diana Monea,The Eye Health Centres office – Kensington, (West Region). All finalists will be honored during the 16^th annual Transitions Academy, held January 29-31 in Orlando, Fla., and the winner will be named the 2011 Transitions Eyecare Professional of the Year during a special awards ceremony.

Each year, the Transitions Healthy Sight Awards program recognizes independent eyecare professionals from each of the three regions in Canada for their commitment to advancing eye health and their overall support of the Transitions brand. In addition to being honored as the Transitions Eyecare Professional of the Year, the winner will also receive rewards such as a celebratory dinner for his or her staff; a trip for two to attend the 2012 Transitions Championship^®, a PGA TOUR event; and Transitions-branded apparel and cash prizes for each staff member.

“During the selection process, it was clear that the driving force for all three finalists was a strong passion for educating their patients and local communities about the importance of regular eye care,” said Christine Underhill, business manager, Canada, Transitions Optical. “We applaud each finalist for challenging and inspiring their staff to promote healthy sight year-round, and for arming them with the education and resources to confidently recommend Transitions^® lenses as an everyday eyewear solution.”

About the Transitions Healthy Sight Awards Program

Now in its third year, the Transitions Healthy Sight Awards program recognizes and rewards independent eyecare professionals who demonstrate excellence in supporting Transitions Optical’s family of products and programs, and who actively promote healthy sight within their practices and the community.

All nominees are evaluated on their sales growth; marketing initiatives and promotion participation; community involvement; and employee education and training.

Additional information is available online at www.Transitions.com/HSAP, or by calling Transitions Optical customer service (877) 254-2590.