With over 40 years in the optical industry and a passion for expanding access to vision care, Dibby Bartlett brings invaluable expertise to GoodVision USA’s board of directors. As a recognized leader who has held executive roles at major eyewear companies and served as Past President of both the Opticians Association of America and Massachusetts, Dibby understands firsthand the transformative power of clear vision.
We caught up with her for a quick Q&A:
Q: What excites and inspires you most about GoodVision’s mission?
A: “The opportunity to make a huge positive change, many times, immediately.”
Q: What’s been a highlight of your time on the board so far?
A: “Absolutely no question, winning the NOW Optical Achievement Award! Knowing that the optical industry appreciates the unique contribution of GoodVision is so rewarding.”
Q: What keeps you inspired to support this work?
A: “It’s exciting to see with a relatively small effort we can help to make the world a better place.”
Q: What are the strengths, skills, and experiences that you bring to GVUSA to advance our mission?
A: “I am a passionate, hard worker and my vast experience in the optical industry contributes to our mission.”
Q: What’s a fun fact people might not know about you?
A: “I LOVE to cook, garden, read, entertain but I also LOVE monster trucks and a demolition derby!?”
Q: What’s a favorite book, podcast, or quote that inspires you?
A: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Mary Oliver