Vision Monday Celebrates 20th Year of Optical Industry Award

​Experienced marketing executive Carene Kunkler served as the vice president of product supply at Lens Crafters in Cincinnati, Ohio, for nearly 10 years. In recognition of her leadership and management, Carene Kunkler was named one of the Most Influential Women in Optical by Vision Monday in 2003. Vision Monday is an online magazine dedicated to the optical industry.

Vision Monday started the Most Influential Women in Optical award in 2003 as a special report that recognized the industry leaders during that time. In the award’s first 5 years, over 200 women who had helped grow and influence the optical industry worldwide were recognized. This year, Vision Monday celebrates the 20th year of recognizing women leaders who continue to shape the optical industry.

Every year, Vision Monday readers nominate the candidates for the Most Influential Women in Optical award. Each reader can nominate two names for each of the award’s five different categories. The Executive Suite category is for women who hold executive positions (president, CEO, CFO, etc.). The Mentors category recognizes those who, through their example and education, have helped build teams and develop talents. The Rising Stars category is for up-and-coming industry leaders, while the Innovators category is for leaders who led innovations, started special programs, and initiated new product developments. Finally, the Above and Beyond category is for candidates who gave back to the industry, the community, and their patients.

Carene Kunkler

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