Takashi Yamashita Departs Optelec US Inc. as CEO

Takashi Yamashita Departs Optelec US Inc. as CEO

Yamashita will continue as a consultant for Optelec Holding Inc.

SAN DIEGO (April 15, 2009) - Optelec US Inc., world leader in innovative and life-changing assistive technologies for the blind and visually impaired, has announced a change in its management leadership. Due to health circumstances, Takashi Yamashita has stepped down as company Chief Executive and will assume a consultants role working on behalf of Optelec Holding Inc. In his new role, Mr. Yamashita will continue his advocacy efforts in the low vision community.
 
At the present time, no replacement for Yamashita is being sought. The CEO of Optelec Holding Inc., Michiel Van Schaik will fill the role as CEO for Optelec US on an interim basis. All other staff positions will remain in place and business will continue as usual. Optelec has full faith and confidence in its staff to manage all business practices and support the company's sales objectives.
 
All questions regarding the leadership transition should be directed to Van Schaik at jadea@Optelec.com or 760.... Mr. Yamashita can be reached at lowvisionadvocates@gmail.com.

About Optelec US
"Improving the quality of life of visually impaired and dyslexic people, reaching out with simple and effective solutions," Optelec was founded in 1985 and is recognized as the worldwide market leader in providing innovative solutions for the blind, visually impaired, and learning disabled. The company's flagship ClearView+ line has led the industry in high-quality, innovative products that effectively improve the daily lives of the visually impaired.

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