Marcolin’s model for moving out of the pandemic

Mike Hale: Can you give an overview of your career to date?

Stephan Hinkerode: I think I can say that I was born into the optical industry because my father was an optician and he gave his passion for his job to me. After earning my degree in optics, I worked for both independent practices and huge chains in Germany. Then around 20 years ago, I moved into the industry side of optics and went on to have several different roles. Before joining Marcolin, five years ago, as general manager here in the DACH [Germany, Austria and Switzerland] area, I worked for different companies, developing eyewear for global brands in the luxury segment, in the diffusion segment, as well as in the sports segment. So, I’ve been breathing this air for three decades and I still have the passion for this industry because I really love it.