NEW YORK—An upswing in holiday shoppers presents a good news/bad news scenario for today’s optical retailers. With general retail sales on pace to beat last year’s numbers, the rise of customer traffic increases the chance that retailers will fall victim to shoplifting, part of what the retail industry refers to as shrinkage. In Problems With Sticky Fingers? Dealing With ‘Shrinkage’ read about optical retailers’ experience with theft and get tips on how to cut down on losses and keep your store and inventory safe.

In this week’s latest installment of New & Noteworthy, longtime optical luminary and recent ACE honoree Robert Marc sits down with Vision Monday to discuss his philosophy and distinct approach when it comes to the fashion, marketing and retail aspects of eyewear in Vision’s Visionary.