Next ABDO vice president announced

Daryl Newsome

Daryl Newsome has been elected as the next vice president of ABDO.

Daryl will assume the vice presidency at the ABDO gala dinner, to be held on Sunday 5 April at the Hilton Metropole Birmingham. The dinner will also see Jo Holmes becomes president as Clive Marchant steps down after two years in the role.

Daryl is a second generation optician following in his father’s footsteps. Since qualifying in 1984, he has worked for multiples and independents in various roles including buying, middle management, training and teaching.

Currently he is a partner in Newsome Opticians in Devon, a practical and theory examiner for ABDO, and a practical tutor preparing undergraduate students for their professional examinations.

Daryl said: “I am very pleased to be elected by our board of directors to become vice president as Jo Holmes becomes president. It is both an honour and a privilege. I have worked with Jo on ABDO’s National Clinical Committee since its creation and I know we can work harmoniously and synergistically. I look forward to supporting what looks to be a very exciting presidency.”

Jo added: “I’d like to congratulate Daryl Newsome on his appointment as vice president to the board. We have an exciting and varied time ahead over the next two years, and I’m sure we will all work successfully together as a board to address the challenges ahead.”