Fresno Fashion Fair

Meet our Optician, Britney

Tell us a little about yourself. Who are you outside of Quay (educational background, hobbies, favorite things, etc.)?

Hello, my name is Brittney Kangiser! I am a Dual Licensed Optician and have a Bachelor's and Master's in Healthcare Administration. I am also considering going back to school for a degree in Computer Science. Besides learning, my hobbies include reading, taking my dogs for hikes, having game nights with my family and traveling with my husband. I absolutely love going on vacations and adventures with my husband and my family. Just earlier this year my whole family, about 15 of us, rented a cabin near China Peak and took Snow Boarding lessons! I've been Sky Diving with my mom and sister, White Water Rafting with my husband and have hiked some of the most beautiful trails in the U.S. We even hiked on our wedding day in full wedding attire!

How long have you worked in the Optical industry? How did you get started?

I've worked in the optical industry for a little over 4 years. I actually got introduced to optical by my husband. He had heard about being an Optician through a colleague at work and we both thought it sounded like a great opportunity. We started studying for the ABO together before we even worked in the optical industry and were able to pass our test. Once we became licensed, we started looking for jobs and were luckily able to find some shortly after.

What would you consider your favorite part about being an Optician? If possible, share a meaningful story or experience with a customer.

My favorite part about being an optician is honestly helping others who are interested in becoming one. I am always willing to spend my time helping someone study for the ABO and truly enjoy teaching optical. I have helped some pass their tests already and hope to continue to help others.

When did you start working as an Optician at Quay? What’s it like working at Quay?

I am fairly new to the Quay team. I started this year in April and so far, it has been a great experience. The Quay team feels like a community and everyone I have met and worked with so far has been extremely kind and welcoming.

What is your favorite pair of Quays? How do they make you feel when you wear them?

Noosa and Call the Shots are my absolute favorite sunglasses, I have both in multiple colors. My favorite pair of Rx Quays has to be Chemistry, all though I have a few pairs, that is the one I wear most often. I use to prefer wearing my contacts over glasses but Quay glasses are so cute and stylish that now I lean more towards wearing my glasses. Wearing my Quays makes me feel confident and stylish.