Specsavers Irvine celebrates 50 years of employee service

Yvonne Gray, Karrie McKay and Alyson Booth were all celebrated <i>(Image: Specsavers)</i>
Yvonne Gray, Karrie McKay and Alyson Booth were all celebrated (Image: Specsavers)
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AN IRVINE store is celebrating more than 50 years of combined service from three long-standing team members.

Specsavers, based in the Rivergate Centre, has recognised the career milestones of Yvonne Gray, Karrie McKay and Alyson Booth, who have each contributed decades of dedicated service.

Alyson, a store supervisor with 20 years of experience, said: "It’s honestly been a pleasure working with the Specsavers Irvine team and the local community for the past 20 years.

"I’m proud to see the store grow from strength to strength, as well as support generations of customers who’ve paid us a visit for eye tests and care over the years."

Prescribing optometrist Yvonne, who also marks two decades at the store, said: "Over the past two decades, I’ve got to know so many of our customers who have paid us a visit and it’s fantastic to be able to play a key role in our community."

Store manager Karrie is marking 10 years with Specsavers Irvine.

(Image: Specsavers)

She began as a clinical technician with no prior experience in optics and has since progressed through multiple roles, including in-store trainer.

Karrie said: "Over the years, I’ve been able to work alongside some of the most kind, dedicated and driven people.

"It’s this camaraderie that’s made Specsavers more than just a workplace for me."

Gordon Simpson, store director, praised the team’s dedication and growth.

He said: "Every time we celebrate the milestone of a team member, it’s fantastic for us as a locally-owned business to see how the team has progressed and grown.

"We’re thrilled to be able to celebrate these amazing milestones and we thank them for their incredible work day-to-day."

Specsavers Irvine has served the community for more than 33 years.

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