by James Ashford | Apr 22, 2022 | Optometrist
Consolidation is a trend shaping many industries, including optometry. Competition from large chains and online retailers is a significant challenge for independent optometrists. However, the consolidation creates a market with unique opportunities for Tulsa eye...
by James Ashford | Mar 29, 2022 | Broker Blogs, Brokers, Vision Plans
Self-funded plans have several benefits, from letting plan recipients choose an eye care provider in Tulsa or elsewhere to lowering the total cost of offering a benefits package. As a broker, you can stand out by educating employers about this alternative and...
by James Ashford | Mar 28, 2022 | Newsletter, Vision Care Provider Newsletter
It’s April and we’re celebrating Keep America Beautiful Month at VCD. We’d like to draw attention to eyewear and the importance of recycling old frames. We understand that upgrading eyewear regularly is important since vision health needs change over time. However,...
by James Ashford | Mar 22, 2022 | Broker Blogs, Brokers, Vision Plans
This year, the vision plan industry began to recover from the pandemic. We expect growth of 1.1% in 2022. However, every remaining optometrist in OKC and throughout the country will have to adapt to a newly complex landscape populated with heightened competition and...
by James Ashford | Mar 15, 2022 | Broker Blogs, Brokers
As a broker, you likely want to stand out among the crowd as the broker that businesses want to use. You’re in a competitive market, but there are ways to emerge from the crowd. As a broker, you earn commissions on the plans you sell. More importantly, you can...