Employee of the year Cassian Steidle (second left) flanked by PBO Group partners Adrian Paterson, Brian Dover, David Burn and Damian Koppens

Paterson Burn Optometrists/Gates Optometrists (PBO Group) ended 2019 celebrating a successful year with its annual awards ceremony.

At the Hamilton conference, 15 awards were presented to several key employees and business partners. “The awards went to people who demonstrate all the PBO Group values and show an outstanding understanding of their commercial and customer responsibility,” said CEO Cale Stevenson. “They take their roles seriously and their passion for optics and commitment to the growth of the practices really shines through.”

Stevenson also announced a new brand identity for Paterson Burn Optometrists, which will take effect this year. “The brand is a modern refresh and while we keep the name Paterson Burn, it will adopt a fresh, modern approach to the optometry space,” he said.

2019 awards:

PBO Values - Hazel Novak

Long Service - Rodney Stedall, Christine Smith, Dee McFarlane

Standout Employees - Cassian Steidle, Dee Roberts, Hazel Novak, Rose Kromhout, Louise Pepper, Dee McFarlane

Employee of the Year - Cassian Steidle

Manager of the Year - Rose Kromhout

Practice of the Year - Waiuku

Supplier of the Year - Phoenix Eyewear

Business Partner of the Year - Yellow