Meet the Staff

Larry started in the Optical Business in 1998. Along with his wife, Dr. E. Lomazov, they wanted
to create a 'PROFESSIONAL FAMILY PRACTICE'. 

The 1st AssureVision, opened its doors on December 19, 1999, in the Arlington Heights location. 

With requests of our patients in mind, we have expanded to locations in Barrington, IL, and Glenview, IL.

Larry earned his Master's Degree in Physics from the University of Kharkov, Ukraine in 1985 and
went on to study Computer Science at DePaulUniversity, Chicago. 

Having both optical and computer knowledge, Larry designed 'Optical Data Solutions' a management program used by many offices in the optical Profession.

As Operations Manager and President, Larry oversees all operations of Assure Vision. 

Being a local resident, in his spare time, Larry enjoys being with his family, his wife Geanie, their two boys Mitchell and Jacob, and of course the family dog 'Noky'.

Skip has been in the Optical Profession for 50+ years.  Through those years, he has seen many changes from professional to commercial establishments and has happily joined the team at AssureVision to continue bringing the utmost professionalism to our practice.  Skip joined the family team in 2002. 

As Senior Optician and General Manager, Skip is responsible for the Daily Operations and Administration for all our offices, as well as taking care of our patients in the Barrington location. 

Skip is happily married to Best Friend Tomasita and they live in the NW Suburbs. They enjoy Boating, Dining, and Local and International Travel. Skip always boasts about being the PROUD 'Grampa' of Jordyn and Parker.

Ed is an 'American Board of Opticians' (ABO) certified optician and has worked in all phases of the Optical Industry for 40+ years. The vast knowledge and experience he has, is a great asset when assisting patients in all the different scenarios they can exhibit.

Eddie's mantra is 'I try to do what's best for the Patient, not a corporation'. With that attitude, we happily welcomed him to the AssureVision family in 2010, and is the Manager in our GLENVIEW location.

When not working, Ed along with his Bride Wendy, enjoy cooking, being with family and Wendy especially loves listening to Ed's inspirational singing while playing his acoustical guitar.

Michelle started in the Optical Profession in 1993 and brought her outgoing personality and positive professional attitude with her when she joined the _ASSUREVISION_ Family in 2013. Being very knowledgeable in Vision insurance protocol (that have become a large part of the Optical Industry), Michelle has become our 'Go-To' staff members for Insurance.

Michelle is the Manager of our _ARLINGTON HEIGHTS_ Office and utilizes her expertise of optics and personal eyecare, in that position. Michelle's motto is, 'I take great pride in making every patient feel like a person not a number'.

Michelle eagerly helps our patients in the selection of Exclusive Frames, as well as lens options available to them. Ask Michelle about glasses and contact lenses that meet or exceed your occupational and recreational needs, you will be surprised how many options you have.

In her leisure time Michelle and her husband Jon, like to spend time with their blended family of 2 daughters, and 2 sons. Michelle and family enjoy going to amusements parks, family reunions, camping, and quiet nights at home.

Mark started with AssureVision in 2004, as our In-House Lab manager.  Having an engineering background, he insists that all the glasses made at AssureVision exceed the accepted National Standards.

Mark received his Engineering Degree from the Buelorussian Polytechnical Instute in Minsk in 1975.  Utilizing this knowledge, Mark has invented many specific tools which help in the manufacturing of our glasses.

Mark lives locally with his wife Irena.  They have the pleasure of sharing two sons and have 3 Grandchildren.  Jordan, Zachary, and Nathan.

When not at work, Mark likes fixing things, fishing, and traveling with his wife.