Reimagining how eye care and eyewear are delivered. #IAMDKNY. By the end of the 90s, VSP earns $1 billion in revenue. When not responding to disaster, the clinic will travel the U.S. to provide no-cost eye care and eyewear for people in need. VSP Global celebrates a huge milestone — helping 1 million people see through Eyes of Hope programs — and announces the A Million More initiative to provide no-cost eye care and eyewear to an additional 1 million individuals in need by 2020. Eligible VSP… Media Contact: Jace Duval[email protected]916 947 4663, Cision Distribution 888-776-0942 VSP begins providing voluntary coverage to many of the more than 8 million federal employees and retirees. Further, the organization was ranked 4th in California as a top job creator. RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., Feb. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- VSP Global® today announced that Michael J. Guyette has been appointed President and CEO of VSP Global. VSP Global is a doctor-governed company that exists to create value for members and opportunities for VSP network doctors. With 2017 gross billings reaching $5.3 billion, VSP Global is poised for growth in 2018 across its lines of business, which also includes Marchon® Eyewear, Inc., a leading international designer, manufacturer and distributor of high quality eyewear and sunwear; VSP Optics Group, an ophthalmic lens technology and lab services provider; Eyefinity®, the largest electronic health records and practice management software company in the optical industry; and VSP Retail, which delivers connected consumer experiences designed to strengthen the relationship between VSP members and their eye doctors through online and offline channels. VSP responds to the destruction caused by 358 tornadoes in 21 states with a state-of-the-art 45-foot mobile eye exam clinic to help tornado victims regain their sight after losing or breaking their glasses. “VSP Global is a unique company within the optical industry but also throughout the broader healthcare industry, with an important ability to take a long-term view of its work in expanding access to eye care … About VSP Global VSP Global is a doctor-governed company that exists to create value for members and opportunities for VSP network doctors. VSP celebrates 60 years of vision, innovation and giving, and welcomes its fourth president and CEO, Jim McGrann. If you're service-oriented, quality-minded, relationship-driven, and dedicated, VSP Vision Care … Guyette, age 53, has more than 20 years of experience in building, growing and leading large health plan organizations and most recently served as President and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. Throughout the decade, the company continues to experience growth with revenue of $100 million, 2.4 million members, and a provider network of more than 5,000. “With … In addition, VSP purchases its third optical lab, Legends 4.0™, located in Lewisville, TX. Rancho Cordova-based VSP Global has two new executive team members, both with connections to CEO Mike Guyette’s former positions at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. VSP launches Altair® Eyewear, a private-label frame company that sells its products exclusively to VSP network providers. The response, which provided eye care for 11,175 people, would grow into the VSP Mobile Eyes® program. "We have a clear strategy and direction in place, and Michael's extensive knowledge of the healthcare industry, coupled with his proven success with a nonprofit model, provides the experience necessary to build on and accelerate our momentum.". From the house founded by Donna Karan in 1984, DKNY emerged in 1989. CVS opens its first optical lab in Sacramento, CA, to better serve its members and network providers with a wide range of products and specialized services. Davenport joins VSP Global with more than a decade in D&I leadership roles, most recently with Amazon Web Services. RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., Feb. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- VSP Global® today announced that Michael J. Guyette has been appointed President and CEO of VSP Global. He has more than 20 years of management experience in the industry. “VSP Global is a unique company within the optical industry but also throughout the broader healthcare industry, with an important ability to take a long-term view of its work in expanding access to eye care and eyewear,” said Guyette. VSP Optics launches UNITY® Performance Optics. Nearly 18 million WellVision Exams® were delivered by VSP doctors to ensure that members received the personalized care they deserve, and more than $21 million in extra frame value was delivered. and VSP Global Chairman of the Board. VSP Global partners with more than 38,000 VSP network doctors worldwide to serve 85 million members globally. With a dream to offer affordable, accessible, high-quality eye care insurance, a group of optometrists in Oakland, CA, form the first prepaid, not-for-profit vision benefit organization – CVS (California Vision Services), the precursor to VSP. VSP launches Eyefinity®, a separate company that provides business solutions to VSP network doctors. VSP Global announces the launch of Eyes of Hope®, a global corporate social responsibility initiative. VSP Global's complementary businesses include VSP® Vision Care, the only national not-for-profit vision benefits company, which provides access to eye care for its 85 million members around the world through a network of 38,000 eye doctors; Marchon® Eyewear, Inc., one of the world's largest designers, manufacturers and distributors of high quality eyewear and sunwear; VSP Optics Group, industry leaders in ophthalmic technology and lab services,  providing custom lens solutions for the vision and lifestyle needs of patients; Eyefinity®, the eye care industry's largest electronic health records and practice management software company, and VSP Retail, which creates connected consumer experiences designed to strengthen the relationship between VSP members and their eye doctors. With more than 82 million members and counting, the company continues its commitment to people around the world with a lifetime of good vision. VSP Global VSP Global Guyette leaves his posts as president and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota to come to VSP. Our group of leading businesses provides comprehensive … Pete Bridgman, president of Visionworks, will report to Guyette effective immediately. VSP purchases its fourth optical lab, Ultra Lens, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Level was designed and developed by VSP Global’s innovation lab, The Shop, with frames produced by Marchon Italy. WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. From VSP Global ® lines of business and industry leading companies, you have exclusive access to enhanced rewards and savings.. Marchon and Altair Eyewear. Guyette will succeed VSP Global Board Member Rob Lynch, who has served as interim President and CEO since April 2017. VSP Global and the U.S. Conference of Mayors renew their partnership to increase access to vision care for thousands of adults and children in need. Visit the VSP Provider Hub. VSP signs its first major health plan client, marking VSP's entrance into the managed care market. Frames on display at the VSP Global Showroom (Image credit: VSP) VSP Global’s innovation lab (“The Shop”) was created in December, 2012, to innovate with external entrepreneurs and partners. The Premier indicator is not meant as a designation of care quality as all of our doctors already meet VSP… VSP Global doesn’t break out ecommerce sales but generates annual revenue of about $5.6 billion, according to Crunchbase.com. We provide technical expertise and strategic advice to clients in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Environment, … About VSP GlobalAs a doctor-governed company, VSP Global® exists to create value for members and opportunities for VSP network doctors. VSP announces a partnership to provide prescription lenses for members who use Google Glass and introduces a training program for optometrists to become certified as VSP Glass Preferred Providers. VSP Global announced that it has acquired San Antonio, Texas-based Visionworks.. VSP expands its existing frame and practice solutions business by acquiring Marchon, an industry-leading manufacturer, designer, and distributor of quality eyewear and sunwear. The Shop was formed, with co-leads Jay Sales and Leslie Muller leading the bi-coastal innovation labs in Sacramento, CA, and New York City, NY, respectively. VSP also ranks 10th in Fortune Magazine's "Best 100 Companies to Work for.". "I am eager to spend time listening to and talking with VSP network doctors, clients, members and employees to gain a deeper perspective of our go-forward strategy and future possibilities.". In response to natural disasters including Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, VSP Global supports 18 VSP network doctors, and provides access to care to more than 11,000 individuals. They formed the first prepaid, not-for-profit vision benefit company, California Vision Services, the precursor to Vision Service Plan (VSP). Since 2016, Guyette has also served as Chairman of Prime Therapeutics, a pharmacy benefit manager owned by several Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans. When Hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastated the Gulf Coast, VSP was on the scene to replace lost or damaged eyewear and help doctors continue to provide care. Marchon acquires Dragon Alliance, one of the world’s leading goggle and performance eyewear brands in the action sports market, and Scandinavian Eyewear, which has a 65-year history of designing optical frames for the Nordic region. A native of Rhode Island, Guyette holds a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of North Texas, and an MBA from Villanova University. After an amazing start to the first decade of the 21st century, VSP continues to innovate and look to the future of the optical industry. "The Board of Directors is extremely confident in Michael Guyette's ability to lead VSP Global successfully into the future through a time of unprecedented competition and change," said Daniel L. Mannen, O.D., F.A.A.O. Vision Monday names VSP Labs the "Top Lab of 2010.". Power and Associates, which ranked the company “Highest in Member Satisfaction Among National Vision Plans” three years in a row, 2004-2006. Through its innovation lab, The Shop, VSP Global debuts "Project Genesis," the first wearable tech prototype from a healthcare company to seamlessly integrate health-tracking technology into an optical frame. In 1955, a small group of optometrists had a vision to provide access to affordable, high-quality eye care to the world. Inc. Magazine names VSP Global a top job creator in 2012, ranking it 11th in its inaugural "Hire Power Awards" which recognizes businesses that are adding jobs and rebuilding the economy. Updated Jun 27, 2019, 2:34pm EDT Highmark is selling its controlling stake in eye-care retailer Visionworks to vision services VSP Global. The VSP Global Premier Program is intended to help VSP members maximize their vision care benefits. VSP makes an official decision to become a national company with plans to expand to all 50 states. To report a directory inaccuracy, contact VSP at 800.807.0764 or email directory@vsp.com to submit a report. VSP covers 25 million Americans, earns $1 billion in revenue, and logs nearly 1,000,000 calls a month at its call centers. As one of the VSP Global ® businesses, VSP Vision Care is the largest vision benefits company in the U.S. Guyette will succeed VSP Global … VSP Global introduces the Premier Program, a national community of private practices that offer the best patient experience, where VSP members can maximize their benefits and Premier Program practices receive valuable opportunities. In that role, he was responsible for the strategy and operations of the state's largest health plan, serving 2.9 million members, with a full scope of health plan products and services. VSP Global … Visionworks will continue to operate independently while VSP Global assesses business integration … Over the past 60-plus years, that vision has evolved into VSP Global, a doctor-governed company that exists to create value for members and opportunities for VSP network doctors. In response to natural disasters including Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, VSP Global supports 18 VSP … VSP signs its first major health plan client, marking VSP's entry into the managed care market. VSP Global has invested in NeuroVision Imaging on May 2, 2018. In December, key VSP Global stakeholders met to discuss the need for an innovation arm within the organization to embrace disruption and test new products and business models. He brings years of experience in designing and leading cross … VSP runs specific reports to determine if standards are being met and whether or not to apply appropriate interventions when gaps are identified. VSP Vision Care launches in the Australia, UK and Ireland markets. But with the changing nature of how consumers are buying glasses and related products these days, VSP Global … In 2010, he served as Chairman for the Consortium of Health Plans, a coalition of 21 Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans. In addition, Luxottica owns the Sunglass Hut retail brand and is a retail company in its own right, with over 7,000 stores worldwide, giving it a majority share of the eyewear market. VSP Global has made 3 investments. References External links. Official website; This page was last edited on 1 July … Announcing the launch of the VSP Global® COVID-19 Patient Care Program to help practices offset expenses and financial hardships due to the pandemic. With these endeavors, VSP vastly expands its footprint in the optical industry. Health Plan Veteran to Assume Overall CEO Role of Global Eye Care and Eyewear Organization. … On June 27, 2019, VSP Global announced plans to acquire Visionworks. Vision care benefits grow increasingly popular among employers as they recognize the competitive advantage of providing their employees with a complete benefits package. VSP opens its second high-tech optical lab, located outside Columbus, OH. VSP Global launches Level™ smart glasses, featuring activity-tracking technology seamlessly embedded inside the temple of an optical frame. CVS officially becomes Vision Service Plan (VSP) when it registers the VSP service mark. Guyette assumes the role of leading a more vertically integrated company, which includes VSP® Vision Care, the only national not-for-profit vision benefits provider that serves 85 million members globally. Michael J. Guyette takes the helm as President and CEO of VSP Global. The company designs, markets and distributes collections of … With a growing client base and rapid business expansion, CVS moves its headquarters from Oakland to Sacramento, CA, under the leadership of John O'Donnell, the first president and CEO. The idea of pre-paid vision care catches on and CVS signs a significant client, the Western Conference of Teamsters. VSP Global is a doctor-governed organization which connects its nearly 90 million members to affordable, accessible, high-quality eye care and eyewear. RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—VSP Global announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire San Antonio, Texas-based Visionworks, subject to completion of regulatory approval. The new coalition will develop a public awareness initiative, … We want to thank you for continuing to go above and beyond to meet the needs of your patients. "Michael's healthcare experience, knowledge of our collective businesses and commitment to our culture and values make him a great choice to lead VSP Global," said Rob Lynch, VSP Global Board Member and interim President and CEO. One of VSP Global’s subsidiaries is VSP Vision Care, the only national not-for-profit company that delivers value to their customers through access to quality eye care and affordable … In September, VSP celebrates its 50th anniversary. Before joining Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota in 2012, Guyette held senior leadership positions at Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida and Independence Blue Cross. “I am eager to spend time listening to and talking with VSP … Marchon Eyewear is a VSP Global company. The Sight for Students® program launches, delivering free eye care services to thousands of children in need. The deal, the details of which were not disclosed, is the single largest investment in VSP’s history. 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