Why Trade Shows Still Matter: Martha on the Power of Human Connection
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Why Trade Shows Still Matter: Martha on the Power of Human Connection

At SILMO Paris, we sat down with Martha, Marketing & Communication Manager at Promosalon Netherlands, the organization that connects Dutch professionals with international trade fairs across multiple industries.

When Eyewear Becomes a Community: The Storytelling Behind theo eyewear
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When Eyewear Becomes a Community: The Storytelling Behind theo eyewear

In this conversation, he shares how storytelling, design and authenticity come together to build a brand that has become more than eyewear: theo eyewear has become a community.

Turning a problem into a product with Loes Brussen
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Turning a problem into a product with Loes Brussen

At SILMO Paris, we sat down with Loes Brussen, founder of the reading glasses brand Frank & Lucy. With more than 35 years of experience in the optical industry, from publishing to brand building, Loes has seen the industry from almost every angle. Her mission with Frank & Lucy is simple: turn reading glasses from a necessity into something people actually enjoy wearing.

Why Visibility Matters: Julia Berger on Marketing in Optical Retail
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Why Visibility Matters: Julia Berger on Marketing in Optical Retail

At SILMO Paris, we spoke with Julia Berger, European Marketing Team Leader at Charmant, about marketing across Europe, the unique craftsmanship behind Japanese eyewear, and why digital visibility is essential for opticians.

Listening to your stores: Teresa Faria on building eyewear brands that actually get sold
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Listening to your stores: Teresa Faria on building eyewear brands that actually get sold

Managing seven eyewear brands across 44 countries requires more than great campaigns. At SILMO Paris, Teresa Faria of Go Eyewear explains why listening to opticians and partners is the foundation of effective trade marketing.

How Venlo Built Its New, Successful City Brand
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How Venlo Built Its New, Successful City Brand

In this Embrosa Talks, we spoke with Marcel Tabbers, director of Venlo Partners, about the why, the how, and above all, what you gain when you view city branding not as a marketing project, but as a joint process of meaning-making.

Quality in every detail: Marco Hering on timeless marketing at Lunor
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Quality in every detail: Marco Hering on timeless marketing at Lunor

Marco Hering has been Head of Marketing at Lunor for 11 years. In this interview, he talks about what it really means to market a brand built on quality, why demographics alone don't explain buyer behaviour, and how the Limbic Type framework is changing the way Lunor thinks about its audience.

Global Vision, Local Impact: How Rodenstock Balances Consistency Across 85 Countries
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Global Vision, Local Impact: How Rodenstock Balances Consistency Across 85 Countries

Let’s start with a simple question: what does it take to run a premium brand in 85 different countries For Stephanie Blab, Online Communication Manager at Rodenstock, the answer lies in structure, trust, and collaboration. We sat down with her to learn how Rodenstock supports local marketing teams across 85 countries, while keeping the brand’s identity sharp and consistent.

How De Fryske Makes Sustainability Sell — Without Selling Out
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How De Fryske Makes Sustainability Sell — Without Selling Out

Sustainability isn’t rare these days — but true, unapologetic mission-driven branding still is. At De Fryske, sustainability isn’t a department, a label, or a campaign. It’s the blueprint. And it’s working.

In this conversation, founder Catharinus Wierda walks us through how De Fryske turned an idealistic rebellion into a recognisable, purple-packaged, mission-aligned brand on the shelves. One that makes people stop, think, and taste.

Brewing with Purpose: How Rabauw Turns Beer Into a Brand with Meaning
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Brewing with Purpose: How Rabauw Turns Beer Into a Brand with Meaning

What happens when beer meets mission? In this conversation with Rik Feijen, co-founder of Rabauw, we dive into what it takes to build a social enterprise with real flavour: both literally and brand-wise.

From Distributor to Marketing Partner: How Beck Optikhandel Is Helping Swiss Opticians Become Future-Proof
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From Distributor to Marketing Partner: How Beck Optikhandel Is Helping Swiss Opticians Become Future-Proof

What does it take to stay relevant in a rapidly changing optical industry? For Céline Horn, CEO and Owner of Beck Optikhandel in Switzerland, the answer lies in combining tradition with future-thinking. In this Embrosa Talks interview, she shares how Beck Optikhandel is growing beyond its roots as a technical wholesaler to become a true support partner for independent opticians.

How Atoom13 Builds a Strong Brand by Supporting Their Dealers
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How Atoom13 Builds a Strong Brand by Supporting Their Dealers

What can an aluminum window and door frame company teach us about dealer marketing? In this interview, Frans Seijsener, the commercial director of Atoom13, a producer of aluminum door and window frames, shares how his company helps local dealers grow their businesses by supporting their positioning, marketing, and customer experience.

How Coopervision Benelux Turned Reseller Marketing into a Partnership Strategy
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How Coopervision Benelux Turned Reseller Marketing into a Partnership Strategy

When you think of B2B2C marketing, “seamless” is rarely the first word that comes to mind. Especially not when the goal is to activate hundreds of resellers — like opticians — across a region, using personalized, on-brand campaigns that actually get noticed. But that’s exactly what CooperVision Benelux has managed to do. And they didn’t get there by pushing harder. They got there by partnering smarter.

 

In this in-depth conversation, we sat down with Sander Uittenbogaard (Digital Marketeer) and Bianca Kalkman (Brand Marketing Manager) to uncover what it takes to truly support resellers in the digital age. What follows is a masterclass in alignment, personalization, and trust.

Building a Successful Brand: An Interview with Marieke Florisson of Milo & Me
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Building a Successful Brand: An Interview with Marieke Florisson of Milo & Me

What does it take to build a successful children’s eyewear brand? In this interview, Marieke Florisson, brand manager of Milo & Me, shares how she turned a simple idea into a global success. Discover her insights on design, content creation, and connecting with young audiences across borders.

Embrosa Talks about 'What is Branding' with Branding Expert Silvie from Luidspreker
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Embrosa Talks about 'What is Branding' with Branding Expert Silvie from Luidspreker

Melanie dives dives into the world of branding with branding expert Silvie Helmes of Luidspreker. Silvie explains us why 'Branding' is more than just a logo or a color scheme. Find out how branding shapes the perception of your business and how to use branding to create a unique brand story.

Why local businesses should grow their online visibility
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Why local businesses should grow their online visibility

Melanie interviews Chris from Brik.Digital about Local Findability and making “good” websites. This video gives great tips for local business owners and brand managers that can help you convert online interested parties to real customers in your store.