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Episode 40: The Leap Into Ownership: Strategies for Emerging Optometry Practice Owners with Erich Mattei
You've finally decided, you want to own your own practice. But then comes the big question: where do I even start? Should you build one from scratch or take over an existing practice? It's exciting… but also a little overwhelming, right? In this episode, Erich Mattei of Akrinos is back to unpack what it really takes to step into practice ownership in today's optometry landscape. From identifying each phase of the practice lifecycle to good practice acquisition and making a m
Nov 42 min read


Episode 35: The Power of Young Optometrists: Supporting the Next Generation of Eye Care Professionals
What if you had a support network ready to answer your questions, guide you through your first grad role, and remind you why you chose...
Aug 263 min read


Episode 34: What We Can Learn from U.S. Optometry: A Cross-Market Conversation with Erich Mattei
Ever wonder how optometry practices in the US compare to those in Australia and what we can learn from each other? In this episode, we...
Aug 122 min read


Episode 32: Training and Recruitment Challenges in the Optical Profession with James Gibbins
Everyone loses when thousands of optical assistants are untrained. It's not their fault; it's just that they're out there performing...
Jul 12 min read


Episode 24: Kelly O' Brien on Managing an Independent Optical Practice in a Rural Setting: Challenges, Partnership, Growth, and Making a Difference in the Community
She drove patients to the hospital by herself three times because there was no other choice - here's what a rural independent practice...
Mar 112 min read
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