RALEIGH, N.C.--Eye Care Associates, a 15-location practice celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, held its second annual Eye Care Expo for employees and patients at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree on May 19.

 
Models of all ages showcased eyewear from participating vendors on the runway.
 
Pictured left to right are Dr. Stephen Bolick of Eye Care Associates enjoying all the Expo had to offer with his family, son Stephen, daughter Kelly and wife Susan.
 
Bob Brodney, president of Eye Care Associates, welcomes staff members.
Viva’s Mick Kunish greeted Eye Care Associates staff members and patients at Viva’s booth.
The NHL Carolina Hurricanes’ Storm Squad got the energy going before the models took the stage.
The event included a fashion show featuring product from some of the 18 participating vendors, as well as vendor booths where the group’s 180 staff members, and later patients, were able to browse product lines.

Stephen Bolick, OD, founder and CEO of Eye Care Associates said, “I’m excited about the evolution and growth of our Eye Care Expo. It’s gone from an event designed solely for our staff and doctors, to this year’s fashion and frame show that could be enjoyed by our patients as well.”

Vendors supporting the exhibit included Nouveau, Marchon, Sàfilo, Maui Jim, Imagewear, Robert Marc, Oakley, Eye Q Eyewear, Revolution, Frubi Shades, Seaworthy Swim Goggles, REM, Viva, Zeiss, Digital Eye Lab, Ciba Vision, Cooper Vision and Bausch & Lomb.
--Deirdre Carroll