Johann Van Zyl Joins Younger Optics as National Sales Manager

(TORRANCE, CA - MAY 2005) - Johann Van Zyl has been appointed National Sales Manager at Younger Optics, as announced by David Rips, President and CEO of the California-based lens innovator.

"Johann's focus on excellence in customer service and personalized attention make him a natural fit with Younger Optics and our customers," said Rips. "His experience ranges from retail optical dispensing to international sales and marketing. Johann has a proven track record of building relationships that benefit the customer. We're delighted to welcome him to Younger Optics."

As National Sales Manager, van Zyl will focus on growing Younger's business with the wholesale laboratory segment of the industry and leading the wholesale laboratory sales force and retail support detail team.

"Younger Optics has always strived to be 'the easiest company to do business with'," said van Zyl. "It is my goal to keep that 'family business' mentality as we continue to grow. Providing that personal touch is very important and we want our customers to feel that they are welcome to call on us - or on me directly - at any time."
A native of South Africa, Johann began his optical career at Torga Optical after completing his college diploma. He moved on to Standard Vista where he worked first as an Administrative Manager and later as a Sales Representative, and then moved on to Baush & Lomb Surgical as a Product Specialist before joining Younger Optics as Territory Manager for South Africa in October 2002.