International Optical Point of View is a curated category of blog articles by Lesley Claveria, a passionate eyewear enthusiast and seasoned expert with over 40 years in international optical sales and marketing. These posts offer deep, experience-based insight into the global eyewear landscape—from emerging market trends and consumer behavior shifts to retail strategies and product innovations tailored for diverse regions.
Each article reflects Lesley’s personal point of view, shaped by decades of travel, relationship-building, and hands-on work across Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond. As someone who has witnessed the evolution of the optical industry firsthand—from handmade acetate frames to AI-driven consumer experiences—Lesley shares not only data and forecasts but real stories, hard-earned lessons, and the cultural nuances that often define success in global markets.
What to expect from this blog category:
This is where decades of wisdom meet a fresh global perspective—delivered in Lesley’s authentic voice, always with an eye toward growth, connection, and making eyewear more inclusive worldwide.
Resilient Economic Growth According to the International Monetary Fund, Guatemala is projected to grow its GDP by 4.1% in 2025—almost double the Latin American average of 2.2% (Sweigart, Americas Quarterly). Add to this an inflation rate held near 3%, and…
The optical business, which encompasses the manufacturing, distribution, and retail of spectacle frames, sunglasses, and other vision-related products, has faced significant complexities in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region due to the region’s oscillation between capitalistic and socialistic economic…
In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in global awareness surrounding myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness. This surge in awareness can be attributed to the widespread use of personal devices from an early age. Let’s delve into the…