ABOUT US

Advancing Indiana's Optical Profession

Dedicated to supporting, representing, and educating eye care professionals throughout the state.

A Foundation of Professional Excellence

Incorporated on June 16, 2023, the Indiana Opticians Association Inc. was established to serve as a central hub for eye care professionals across the state.

Our mission is to promote excellence in optical services and enhance professional standards for Hoosier communities.

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A wide-angle professional photograph of a board of directors meeting in a sleek glass-walled conference room in Indianapolis, Indiana, North American business style.

Where Advocacy Meets Action

The association plays a critical role in shaping policies that impact opticians at both state and local levels across Indiana.

We aim to create a positive environment where optical professionals can thrive while delivering high-quality care to patients.

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A close-up photograph of hands working with precision tools on a pair of glasses in a professional optical setting, bright teal and navy accents in the room.

OUR COMMITMENT

The IOAI Advantage

We provide our members with unique access to training, industry updates, and a supportive professional network rooted in the state of Indiana.

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A photograph of an optician assisting a patient with choosing glasses in a bright, modern Indiana retail clinic, natural sunlight streaming through windows.

Statewide advocacy initiatives

Professional training

Collaborative networking

Regulatory guidance

OUR LEADERS

Meet the Board

A dedicated group of opticians and professionals committed to advancing our industry in Indiana.

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A professional headshot of a man in a crisp white shirt and dark blazer, standing in a sunlit Indiana office, modern and trustworthy appearance.
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A professional headshot of a man in a business-casual light blue shirt, standing in a contemporary Indiana office suite.
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A professional headshot of a person in professional medical scrubs, smiling in a clean and bright optical clinic setting, North American style.
James Thompson

Executive Director

Strategy & Ops

Guiding the association with over 20 years of
and holistic

Linda Brooks

Education Chair

Optical Training

Certified expert in developing
movement and

David Miller

Legislative Liaison

Policy Advocate

Oversees advocacy efforts and
anti-inflammatory

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A professional headshot of a woman in a dark navy business suit, smiling confidently in a modern architectural building in Indiana.
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A professional headshot of a woman in business attire, smiling warmly in a bright office environment, North American / US / Indiana setting, clean background.
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A professional headshot of a person wearing modern stylish glasses and business attire, clean white background, North American professional style.
Dr. Robert Vance

Board Director

Vision Care Expert

Focuses on clinical excellence and
and metabolic

Sarah Jenkins

Membership Chair

Engagement

Dedicated to growing the association and
stress reduction

Elena Wright

Communications

Public Relations

Spearheading public awareness of
and body treatments.

OUR HUB

A Network Built for Growth

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An interior shot of a modern, professional training center with large windows overlooking a green Indiana landscape, clean lines and light blue-gray furniture.
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A close-up photograph of a modern lens edging machine in a bright, professional optical lab in Indiana, North American style, sharp focus, neutral lighting.
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A high-quality photo of a variety of optical lenses and professional frames displayed on a sleek white counter in a high-end Indiana eye care practice.
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A group of professionals engaged in a workshop, looking at optical instruments on a table, warm indoor lighting in a North American educational center.
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A professional seminar setting in an Indiana conference hall, showing blurred attendees and a clear podium with a notebook and eyeglasses, soft natural lighting.
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A collaborative scene of three opticians discussing a digital eye chart in a modern clinic in Indiana, professional attire, soft blue-gray tones in the background.
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Contact Information

4326 Scatterfield Rd, B275

+1 (434) 357-8436

bass@indianaopticiansassociationinc.site

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