FGX International

"In any professional or personal journey, the pursuit of perfection can be paralyzing and counterproductive. It’s far more important to take consistent, meaningful steps forward, learning and improving along the way." Tom Burmester, SVP Global Head of Trade Marketing focuses on building trust and motivation among his team by promoting accomplishments and growth. Tom leads our Trade Marketing team responsible for driving the category demand, sales and efficiency among our partner retailers. By creating spaces where everyone has a voice and feels supported, we cultivate a shared sense of purpose and achievement. Everyone plays a part in our collective success. When leaders like Tom encourage open dialogue, cross-functional collaboration, and mutual respect, we learn, improve and make progress together. #WeAreFGX

During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the contributions and culture of the Hispanic and Latinx community. Miguel Suarez, Sales Director, leads the FGX Commercial Sales team for Latin America based out of our Mexico City office. This month he joined us to reflect on the month's significance as a time of celebration, reflecting and reinforcing his pride in his roots and the history of community. "It allows for the elevation of voices, stories and achievements that might otherwise be overlooked, providing a space to embrace and celebrate diverse traditions, histories, and values and shared them worldwide." This month, our teams took the opportunity to learn more about the national holidays celebrated throughout the year such as, Independence Day and Day of the Dead, along with notable figures who have made a cultural impact on society, media and the arts, showcasing the country's rich heritage. Miguel shares, "I enjoy engaging with events that celebrate traditional music, art, dance, and food. There’s a sense of unity and pride in sharing our heritage with the wider community. At home, I also embrace this month by connecting with my cultural roots by cooking traditional dishes and learning about influential Latinx figures in all areas of the past and present." #WeAreFGX

As we celebrate #WorldSightDay, we recap last month's final vision clinic of the year in partnership with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation. Members of our NYC FGX team participated in the two-day vision clinic held at the Rev. T. Wendell Foster Recreation Center in Bronx, New York City. Foster Grant partnered with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation team and The Fresh Air Fund to provide eye exams and prescription glasses to over 50 children and adults in the community. We were proud to donate Foster Grant sunglasses to clinic participants who did not require prescription glasses, helping them keep their eyes protected and feeling their best. #WeAreFGX

Together with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, we are proud to celebrate #WorldSightDay, and our partnership to bring good vision to our communities.

As part of the EssilorLuxottica Group, we are proud to kick off our global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion week, aimed at building a more cohesive and understanding environment through the power of dialogue. #WeAreEssilorLuxottica

Earlier this summer, Sofia Vergara hosted a summer party with Walmart at Casa Cielo in Beverly Hills, showcasing her current and fall collection with the retailer. Our team created a Foster Grant experience and gifting station which displayed our Sofia Vergara x Foster Grant collection. Attendees, including social media influencers, were able to choose from 8 styles to wear, take home, and share with their followers!   #WeAreFGX

Foster Grant had the inspiring opportunity to partner with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to host a vision clinic in Fishkill, NY. During this two-day vision clinic, our team of volunteers provided free vision screenings & glasses to the community. Not only were we able to give back, our team members volunteered their time to come together as one and make a positive difference.   #WeAreFGX 

Happy National Intern Day! This summer we welcomed Madison Cameron, FGX Marketing Intern to the world of EssilorLuxottica and FGX International. Madison shared highlights from her internship experience. Check it out!   #WeAreFGX

Last month, employees across EssilorLuxottica celebrated National Sunglasses Day and the FGX office in Smithfield, Rhode Island was no exception. Employees took a break from their day to enjoy a Rhode Island staple, Del’s Lemonade, and grab a pair of our Foster Grant SUN LUV sunnies! #WeAreFGX

June was full of love and pride! Foster Grant was a proud sponsor of four Pride Festivals with EssilorLuxottica. Our team of volunteers and marchers gave out 6,000 Foster Grant SUN LUV sunglasses to festival goers. This collection celebrates everyone’s uniqueness while embracing the importance of connection among us all – “All for One, One For All”. Our warmth and gratitude goes out to everyone who came out to support us in Dallas, Rhode Island, Cincinnati, and New York City!   #WeAreFGX