Marketing chief joins College

The College of Optometrists has announced the appointment of Ian Humphreys as its new director of marketing and communications who will begin in his role from June 16.

Humphreys - whose previous role was as head of marketing at the Finance and Leasing Association - said of his appointment: 'I am delighted to be joining the College at such an exciting time in its development and I look forward to working with the College's staff, council members and key stakeholders.'

Bryony Pawinska, the College's chief executive, commented: 'All of the optical bodies are now moving into new territory with the implementation of the UK Vision Strategy and Ian's breadth of experience in working in partnership will be of huge benefit to this challenging role.'