-Licensed optometrist with 25 years of expertise in vision science and patient care. -Specializing in specialty contact lens design, myopia progression management, vision therapy, and neuro-optometry. -Career includes significant contributions in consulting, leadership roles, and data analysis in clinical research and FDA trials focused on innovative vision solutions. -Experience in the research and development of cutting-edge lens technologies and neuro-visual projects.-Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry and hold a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from UC San Diego.-Luxury charter captain, US Coast Guard 100-ton Master Captain's License, sailing certifications, and extensive experience sailing in many waters around the world.-Married with three children and a granddaughter.