In the fourth installment of The Future of Canadian Optometry series, Dr. Harbir Sian speaks with Mr. Rick Gadd, President of Essilor Canada. They talk about the fair amount and types of disruptions in the industry and the positive aspects they brought on. 

Going deeper, in this episode, Mr. Gadd discusses:

· What he believes makes Canada a desirable market for private equity and foreign companies

· What parallels he sees in Canada compared to the US market

· The Essilor (the largest player in the industry) is doing to support optometry

· How Essilor dealt with the conflict after acquiring Contacts

· What is his organization doing to support optometry

Aequus Pharmaceuticals presents the Future of Canadian Optometry series. Stay tuned for all six interviews with guests from different large organizations within Canadian eye care.

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