The Optical Oracle: Marc Ferrara’s Predictions for Modern Eyecare

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The Optical Oracle: Marc Ferrara’s Predictions for Modern Eyecare

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Apr 17, 2024

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Join us as we welcome Marc Ferrara, the esteemed CEO of Jobson, for an exclusive discussion! Host Eugene Shatsman guides the discussion, placing a spotlight on Marc's influence in setting industry standards and analyzing the latest trends.

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Apr 17, 2024

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The Optical Oracle: Marc Ferrara’s Predictions for Modern Eyecare

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