Special feature
Blanchette
excited about
Safilo’s future
By Denis Langlois
E
ric Blanchette is marking one year since
becoming the Canadian director of Safilo,
a worldwide leader in the design, manufac-
turing and distribution of sunglasses, optical
frames and sports eyewear.
He says this is an exciting time for the company, as busi-
ness in Canada is booming with double-digit growth.
“Our partners are choosing Safilo and we are commit-
ted to continuing to invest in our partners,” he says.
Blanchette, who is also vice-president of Safilo USA,
has really come full circle at the company with his
appointment as country director of Safilo Canada.
He started in the eyecare industry with Safilo Canada,
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but spent the last three years with Safilo USA, most
recently as head of strategic partnerships.
He has also been a regional sales manager and key
account manager with Safilo.
As the new head of Safilo Canada, Blanchette says
he has helped to develop a top-performing team that
delivers results.
As he puts it, “take care of your team and customers
and the results will follow.”
Recently, Optical Prism got a chance to speak with
Blanchette about his role with Safilo Canada and goals
for the future.