Groovy Eyewear Christchurch - Groovy Glasses Team

Who's Who in this Classy Joint?

People can make or break a business

When you experience the people who work at Groovy Glasses, you will realise why our clients keep coming back to us. We’re not loud, or slick – we’re genuinely interested; concerned about doing a good job; and we enjoy a bit of fun. Overall, our aim is to help you feel good about wearing glasses.
It takes the right people to be sensitive to how you might be feeling, and observant about what suits you. So we’ve been careful to select staff members who are naturally suited to these tasks. This is your chance to experience a brief first impression of the characters who may end up helping you to get what you want…

Trudy McLean

Optometrist/Director

Has worked in the optical industry since 1983. Responsible for overall direction of the business. Good at communicating information. Big Science Fiction and Art Deco fan. Refers to herself as “The Master”.
Favourite saying: “I think we need a staff meeting about that”.
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Mike Myers (esp “Austin Powers”) and Billie Holiday.

Dirk McBeath

Practice Manager/Director

Has been involved in the optical industry since 1994 when he persuaded his wife Trudy to become her own boss. Has a science background and good problem-solving skills. Known for his ability to hold everything together.
Favourite saying: "I hear what you're saying."
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Oscar Wilde and René Lalique

Aaron Irvine

Optometrist

Aaron is the first male optometrist to be employed at Groovy Glasses and he adds a quiet voice of reason to the flurry of females trying to tell him what to do ! So far he has not suffered complete mental or emotional collapse so we figure he actually quite likes being here ! ( no doubt the earplugs are helping…)
Favourite saying : “ How was your weekend? – I’m exhausted….I think I need a quiet one…”
Famous person you most admire : Peter Jackson

Karen Walton

Dispensing Optician

Has worked in the optical industry since 1986. Fantastic analytical brain and loves dealing with technical detail. National level squash player, brilliant command of sportspeak. One of only two members of the staff who can still fit into size eight jeans.
Favourite saying: “Wendel, I'm not content!"
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Roger Federer

Lynne Bruorton

Receptionist

Has worked in the optical industry since 1982. Has a great knack for putting people at ease and guiding people toward appropriate frame designs. Lynne is a great asset to the business because of her ability to remember people and recall conversations even years later.
Favourite saying: “Who’s the boss around here anyway?”
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Elvis (The King)

Karen Heppelthwaite

Optical Assistant

Has worked in the optical industry since leaving school in 1976. Has a long history with this business and is appreciated by clients for her genuine, gentle nature and amazing patience when dealing with more demanding situations. Famous for the home baking she brings in to work, even on her days off!
Favourite saying: “I just love this place”.
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Bono from U2

Liz Taylor

Optical Assistant

Has worked in the optical industry since 1993, and prior to that, worked as a nurse. She brings a lovely nurturing personality and great artistic eye to the business. Known for her ability to source great wine and whip up an impressive platter of hors d’oeuvres.
Favourite saying: “Would you like me to make you a REAL coffee, Trudy?”
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Dhali Lama

Judith Adams

Dispensing Optician

Judi is our latest discovery, a Dispensing Optician with a kind heart and patient manner. She is our secret weapon in the fight against stress in the workplace. Take away her garden however and it may be a different story.
Favourite saying: "Has anyone seen my car keys??? !!!"
Famous Person You Most Appreciate: Johnny Depp, especially in "Chocolat".