Artisan Lab Network
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06/25/2026
What happens when an industry becomes increasingly consolidated?
How do independent laboratories continue to compete, innovate, and serve private practice eye care professionals?
In this episode of Mission Optician, Brandon Butler, President & CEO of Artisan Lab Network, joins Gwen Cooper to discuss:
• The state of independent laboratories in the U.S.
• Why competition and choice matter for patients and practices
• The impact of consolidation and private equity
• Lens parity, optician education, and quality outcomes
• The future of independent opticianry and eye care
As Brandon shares in the episode:
"Competition is excellent for the consumer."
Whether you're an optician, optometrist, ophthalmologist, laboratory professional, or industry partner, this conversation offers a unique perspective on where our industry is headed and why independent voices still matter.
🎧 Listen now: https://www.opticians.org/missionoptician/episode/7401010e/independent-labs-and-the-future-of-opticianry-brandon-butler-artisan-lab-network
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