Our Team
Leading Independent Optometry Across Canada
Board of Directors
The Eye Recommend Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the cooperative by supporting the growth of Canada’s independent optometrists in the eye care industry. Committed to building a strong road map to help Eye Recommend continue to thrive and grow, the Board overseas the implementation of the vision and brings their passion for independent optometry to the forefront.

Colin Hobson
Board Chair

Michael Nelson
Vice Chair, Chair of Governance & Elections Committee

Anita Voisin
Treasurer, Chair of Finance & Audit Committee

Barry Thienes
Chair of Human Resources & Compensation Committee

Damon Umscheid
Vice Chair of Finance & Audit Committee

Lisa Scharf
Vice Chair of Membership Engagement Committee

Wes McCann
Chair of Membership Engagement Committee

Tanya Jones-Greenwood
Vice Chair of Governance and Elections Committee

Jeff Goodhew
Vice Chair of Human Resources & Compensation Committee

Christine Misener
Governance and Elections Committee
Leadership Team

Lee Raffey
Chief Executive Officer

Teresa Sebastian
Chief Operating Officer