Tuesday, June 5, 2018

VERSANT HEALTH JOINS LPGA FAMILY


The managed vision care company will have a presence during television broadcasts with 'A Second Look', and on LPGA.com through a digital content series

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., June 5, 2018 – The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) announced today that Versant Health, a leader in managed vision and eye health benefits that provides services as Superior Vision and Davis Vision, has been named an Official Marketing Partner and will have a presence throughout the season during television broadcasts, on LPGA.com and with on-course signage and hospitality at select events.

Fans will get another glimpse at the very best of all the action on the LPGA Tour during television broadcasts with ‘A Second Look’ and they will also be able to gain special insights on players through a digital content series on LPGA.com that will 'Look Back' and offer a 'Behind the Scenes' view.

"The LPGA is proud to welcome Versant Health to our family," said LPGA Commissioner Mike Whan. "As the LPGA’s managed vision care provider, we know they deliver first-class service to customers and we’re excited to showcase to our fans some unique 'looks' at the LPGA Tour."

Versant Health has two LPGA Tour players as brand ambassadors, three-time Solheim Cup player Gerina Piller and 2018 rookie Emma Talley.

"We are thrilled to support the LPGA and its athletes," said Kirk Rothrock, Chief Executive Officer at Versant Health. "All are people of high integrity, who work hard at their craft and who are world class in their profession. These qualities are closely aligned with our organization and we look forward to working closely with Emma Talley and Gerina Piller."

About Versant Health
Versant Health is one of the nation’s leading managed vision care companies serving more than 33 million members nationwide. Through our Davis Vision plans and Superior Vision plans, we help members enjoy the wonders of sight through healthy eyes and vision. Providing vision and eye health solutions that range from routine vision benefits to medical management, Versant Health has a unique visibility and scale across the total eye health value chain. As a result, members enjoy a seamless experience, access to one of the broadest provider networks in the industry, and an exclusive frame collection. Commercial groups, individuals, third parties, and health plans that serve government-sponsored programs such as Medicaid and Medicare are among our valued customers. For more information visit www.versanthealth.com.

The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla., the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with more than 2,300 members representing more than 30 countries. With a vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of women’s golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while the Symetra Tour, the official development and qualifying tour of the LPGA, consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. Additionally, LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals directly impact the game through teaching, coaching and management.

The LPGA demonstrates its dedication to the development of the game through The LPGA Foundation. Since 1991, this charitable organization has been committed to empowering and supporting girls and women through developmental and humanitarian golf initiatives, such as LPGA*USGA Girls Golf.

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