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About

We are the only eye care technology accelerator focused exclusively on medical devices, therapeutics, and consumer products

What we do

Take promising eye care technologies buried in institutions and drive them toward commercialization.

Why we do it

Ocular diseases are prevalent and feared by a large majority of the population – many even consider them worse than cancer or dementia. We want to be a part of solving this accelerating problem in the modern world.

Why us

With deep expertise and strong connections in the eye care industry, no other team has the same ability to fuel new eye care innovations and ready them for the marketplace.

The Facts

Ocular diseases are becoming more common worldwide than ever before

Over 1.3 billion people are affected by cataracts [1]

76 million people have glaucoma [2]

Nearly 300 million people suffer from AMD [3]

150 million people suffer from diabetic retinopathy [4]

2.7 billion people have myopia, and its prevalence will double to 50% of the population by 2050 [5]

Presbyopia affects more than 2 billion people [6]

The Process

  • Discover
  • Validate
  • Build
  • Exit
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Discover

Our streamlined sourcing process and deep technical understanding unearths high-potential technologies that address large unmet patient needs in substantial markets.

Validate

We have the expertise to successfully develop these technologies and leverage market opportunities to their fullest potential. Our deep understanding and systematic process enable us to pinpoint critical market needs, identify areas for innovation, and ensure technical feasibility.

Build

Our team's extensive 100 + years of life science experience and connections streamline capital fundraising, reduce risk, and enhance value creation.

Exit

Together, we can help patients worldwide while seeking an exceptional return on investment.

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The Team

A team of commercialization and start-up veterans

Our comprehensive industry expertise spans across the globe and includes 100+ years in eye care, biotech, product development, manufacturing, and more. 

Robin G. Sears, MBA

Robin G. Sears, MBA

Executive Chairman

30 years of life science experience
Brad Beasecker, CFA

Brad Beasecker, CFA

Chief Financial Officer

30+ years in entrepreneurial and venture efforts
Mark Puwal

Mark Puwal

Chief Operating Officer

Decades of experience, adept at forging dynamic and efficient eye care businesses, culminating in successful exits
Paul Grimm

Paul Grimm

Operating Executive

Two decades of Life Sciences achievements
Gordon Bethwaite

Gordon Bethwaite

Operating Executive

25 years of eye care industry experience with leadership in global organizations and startups

Jayne Frilling

Project Coordinator

Experienced executive supporting professional

Our Partners

Collaborate with us to turn novel eye care technologies into life changing solutions

I’m an Investor

By becoming a shareholder in our portfolio of subsidiary companies, you become part of developing cutting-edge solutions for the future of eye care with the opportunity and potential for significant financial gain.**

I’m an Inventor

Bring your research to life through a fine-tuned eye care technology commercialization process that will set you on a track toward recognition and success. By partnering with our team, your idea has the highest probability of financial and regulatory success.