Vista, CA - Today, Tieman US, holding company for Optelec US, Inc. and LowVision.com, announces the appointment of James Bailey as President of Optelec US, Inc.
A key player in making the Optelec brand elite among its competition, James Bailey presses on to establish Optelec as a household name to improve the quality of life for individuals who suffer a severe visual impairment. James Bailey’s 18+ years of experience in the low vision industry led him to maintain Optelec’s extensive support network of dealers and eye care professionals who are dedicated to low vision rehabilitation.
With the introduction of Optelec’s sister company, LowVision.com, James Bailey and Dr. Lynne Noon form a unique and powerful coalition. Optelec US will be responsible for Optelec product lines: Optelec Video Magnifiers and the Optelec Professional Products. LowVision.com will distribute Optelec Professional Products (formally Lighthouse Professional Products/Mattingly International). William Mattingly has been appointed Vice President of Optelec US and will continue to provide innovative product development and promotion of the Optelec Professional Products. The shift will allow Optelec to attain its vision of improving quality of life for the visually impaired with simple and effective solutions.
Visit Optelec and James Bailey January 24-27 in Orlando, Florida for the annual ATIA 2007 Conference at the Caribe Royale All-Suites Resort and Convention Center.
About Optelec
Based in Rockanje, The Netherlands, Optelec is a leading designer and manufacturer of life-changing technology for people who are visually impaired and blind. The company's flagship ClearView Plus line, magnifies text and photos to over 50 times, bringing life back into focus for those living with low vision by incorporating product intelligence with a sleek modular design. The Braille Voyager and Alva series of Braille terminals provide Braille users with complete control of their laptop or desktop computer from a selection of Braille displays which tout ingenuity, durability, and affordability. The user-friendly, wireless EasyLink Braille series guarantees portable cellular phone and PDA access for active participation within the mainstream, global information community.
Sales offices have been established in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, and The Netherlands and the company supports a strong distribution network throughout North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
For more information, call 1-800-826-4200 or visit the Optelec web site at www.optelec.com.