NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Hoya Vision Care, North America has named Harbor Optical in Traverse City, Mich., as the Hoya Distributor of the Year. Hoya made the announcement here today during the OLA 2008 meeting.

“Hoya and Harbor Optical are equally committed to quality products and the success of the independent eyecare professional,” said Barney Dougher, president of Hoya Vision Care, North America. “We are pleased to name Harbor Optical as the Hoya Distributor of the Year.”

“Harbor Optical has an unmatched commitment to quality, customer service and product expertise,” said Geff Hedibrink, owner of Harbor Optical. “We want to deliver premium products to eyecare professionals, and are very supportive of Hoya’s technologically advanced progressive lens designs. We appreciate Hoya’s focus on the customer, and are honored to receive this award.”