Artisan Lab Network

250 years ago, this country declared that independence was worth fighting for.

At Artisan Lab Network, we believe that same spirit still matters. We are proud to serve independent doctors and practices who choose leadership, ownership, and the freedom to do what is best for their patients and communities.

This Independence Day, we celebrate America and the independent eyecare professionals who keep that spirit alive every day.

Happy 4th of July from Artisan Lab Network.

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

Great optical care does not happen by accident. It takes skilled people who know how to guide patients, solve problems, and connect clinical recommendations to real world outcomes.

That is the value opticians bring every day.

They help patients make better choices. They protect the doctor’s recommendation. They improve the patient experience. They help practices grow through trust, education, and service.

Artisan Lab Network is proud to support the United Opticians Association and the 2026 UOA Leadership Conference in Chicago, June 25 to 27, because opticians deserve a strong voice in the future of our industry.

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. From all of us at Artisan Lab Network, we wish you and your family a meaningful Memorial Day.

Artisan Lab Network is proud to launch CamberPure.

This next-generation progressive lens is designed to deliver sharper vision, better contrast, and a more natural visual experience by reducing color distortion across the entire lens.

If you have patients looking for clearer, more comfortable vision at every distance, this is a lens worth trying.

To get started, contact your rep, call customer service, or send us a message here.

Happy Easter from Artisan Lab Network.

A day to reflect, reset, and appreciate what matters most.
We are thankful for our partners and the independence we build together.

Wishing you a great day with family and friends.

Empowerment ’26 is back — and this is one you don’t want to miss.

If you’re serious about growing your practice, improving how you operate, and delivering better outcomes for your patients, this is where you need to be.

You’ll get access to real strategies, hands-on training, and CE that actually helps you move forward. No fluff. Just ideas you can use right away.

We’re excited to be part of it and to connect with others who are focused on doing things differently and better.

👉 Save your seat. Click the link and register now.
https://acquios.com/empowerment-26-registration/