Thrive with Confidence

Acquios Alliance
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Welcome to “Thrive with Confidence!” Listen to the Advisors from Acquios discuss the Alliance, a buying group that connects private practices with trusted vendors and expert support. We will feature discussion with our Vendor partners and Optometrist members, while we explore topics that will Empower Your Independence! If you would like to learn more about Acquios Alliance, please head to acquiosalliance.com or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/acquiosalliance/. Our Theme Song is "On My Way" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-wayLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

  1. 12/22/2025

    Good Vision: The Sustainable Approach

    Join us for a very special episode as Scott Cline sits down with Matt Gianino, Executive Director, with Good Vision!  Good Vision provides a sustainable approach to providing life saving vision care to communities around the world. They focus on how to implement vision care services and products on a long term basis so the people in these communities can continue to receive care long after the volunteers need to head home.  Listen to this episode to learn how Good Vision provides this care and how you can support!  For more information, please reach out to Matt Gianino at Matt.gianino@goodvision.org. You can also reach out to us at info@acquios.com to connect!  Check out their website, goodvisionusa.org!

    44 min

  2. 12/18/2025

    Conversation with Eye Promise!

    Join us for our 150th Episode!!  Scott sat down with Kimberly Friedman, OD, FAAO to discuss the success she sees with patients utilizing Eye Promise products!  She shares why she believes in these products and continues to prescribe Eye Promise to patients, and how to effectively discuss it with patients.  To learn more about Eye Promise, visit their website at https://eyepromise.com/. You can also reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com to connect with them.

    37 min

  3. 11/25/2025

    Arbor Eyewear: Celebrating National Adoption Month!

    Listen in on an exciting conversation Scott Cline has with Rick and Cindy Taylor, the Founders of Arbor Eyewear!  The timing of this conversation couldn't be better since one of Arbor's foundational pillars is philanthropy and they give back to many organizations, including those who support adoption. November is National Adoption Month and Cindy and Rick share how adoption has touched their lives.  Throughout the conversation, you will learn more about their philanthropic mindset, how each of their collections are special in their own way, and how they are bringing eyewear manufacturing back to the USA.  To learn more about Arbor Eyewear and to connect with them, please reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com. You can also visit their website https://www.arboreyewear.com/.

    51 min

  4. 11/14/2025

    Otto Optics with Dylan Cunningham

    Join the conversation as Scott sits down with Dylan Cunningham, Head of Growth with Otto Optics!  Dylan shares how Otto Optics can help increase the value your office can provide your patients' experience. People are looking for convenience nowadays, what if you can create that convenience and allow your patients to support local? This is where Otto can help!  Schedule your demo now with Otto through December 31st, 2025 and receive a special offer to try Otto for free! Listen to learn more!!  To connect with Otto by reaching out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com!

    46 min

  5. 10/17/2025

    Motion Tech Technology with Mick Kunish

    Listen in as Scott sits down with Mick Kunish from Charmant to learn about the latest and greatest technology from Charmant!  Mick shares with us a story of how the latest collection, Charmant: Japanese Made, came from an idea to a reality. This collection includes the patented Motion Tech Temple technology that allows patients to be unrestricted in movement due to their frame.  It truly provides next level comfort!  Be sure to sign up for Empowerment '26 in Kansas City to check out Charmant: Japanese Made in person!  To learn more or to connect with Charmant, reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com!

    35 min

  6. 09/12/2025

    How to Navigate Student Loans Changes with Prudent Financial

    With the latest updates announced in the last quarter regarding student loans, specifically the SAVE Plan, do you know how these changes can affect your student loan payment?  Have you set a plan on how to tackle student loan debt with a certified student loan professional?  Join the conversation today as Scott chats with Pat Logue of Prudent Financial Planning to discuss the recent updates for student loans. Pat shares his knowledge not only regarding the updates but also how to navigate the confusing world of student loans in general.  Pat Logue and his team work with optometrists to create a game plan of how to pay down student loan debt efficiently so they can have peace of mind and reach their financial goals.  Please reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com and we can connect you with Pat! You can also check out his website at PrudentFinancialplan.com!

    32 min

  7. 08/22/2025

    Classification of Workers with Gusto Special Guest, Monica Joseph-LaTange

    Listen in as Scott Cline sits down with Monica Joseph-LaTange with Gusto! This is the start of a great series regarding important HR and Payroll topics with expertise provided by Gusto! Monica provides insightful details about how to properly classify your team members when it comes to payroll compliance.  Questions answered in this episode include:  Should my team member be classified as an employee or independent contractor? What is the difference between exempt employees and non-exempt employees? What are some pitfalls employers need to avoid when it comes to classification of employees? Please reach out to info@acquiosalliance.com to connect with Gusto for HR and payroll needs.  Please note, any information provided within this episode should not be taken or construed as legal advice.

    31 min

  8. 08/09/2025

    Vendor Spotlight: EGC Group

    Listen in on this exciting episode where Scott Cline sits down with Jamie Erhardt, Director of Client Services EGC Group!  Jamie shares information about EGC Group and how they can assist private practices with their marketing needs! During the conversation, they discuss the impact social media and other digital media has on marketing for a practice.  Do you wonder how AI can impact your marketing strategy? Jamie shares her insight on this topic as well!  To learn more about EGC Group and how they can assist your practice, visit their website at www.egcgroup.com or reach out to us at info@acquiosalliance.com!

    54 min
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Welcome to “Thrive with Confidence!” Listen to the Advisors from Acquios discuss the Alliance, a buying group that connects private practices with trusted vendors and expert support. We will feature discussion with our Vendor partners and Optometrist members, while we explore topics that will Empower Your Independence! If you would like to learn more about Acquios Alliance, please head to acquiosalliance.com or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/acquiosalliance/. Our Theme Song is "On My Way" by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-wayLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Information

  • Creator
    Acquios Alliance
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    151
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Thrive with Confidence
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    Thrive with Confidence