Meet our team

James Stokes has qualifications in both the business and Optometric facets of the firm. During his 22 years in the industry, he has come to realise the importance of getting to the real need of the patient and fulfilling that need in the most satisfactory and cost-effective way possible. He is involved in a lot of the “behind-the-scenes” aspects that secure the vast array of services and massive frame selection the business has become renowned for. Corporate and social investment also forms part of his passion/duties.

As a conventional family man, he is very involved in the community and his son’s schools. Hunting, fishing and being outdoors with his wife and boys are what he does to recharge and maintain focus.

Customer satisfaction and the building of a long-term relationship with all the patients is his primary objective as only this can ensure a thriving and sustainable business for the future.

Yda qualified as an Optometrist in 1991 and has been involved in various facets of the industry ever since, which all contributes to her expertise. She prides herself on being an excellent clinician, with real care for every patient. She is passionate about customer service and will leave no stone unturned to meet every customers need.

Yda enjoys travelling and loves spending time with her family and their beloved dogs.

Lelani qualified as an Optometrist in 2014 from the University of the Free state. She joined the World of Vision team in Jan 2022. She prides herself on giving each patient the individual attention they deserve to ensure all their visual needs are met and to educate them on their diagnosis. She enjoys reading, relaxing, and spending time with her husband and son.

Michael has worked extensively in large optical labs and manufacturing lenses. Michael is excellent at assisting patients with their ideal solutions and explaining the pros and cons of all different options. Michael is a real problem solver. He enjoys rugby and spending time with family and friends. Michael is a real team player.

Since Christine started working here as Frontliner, it has been her mission to ensure that patients receive professional and friendly customer service. From the moment they walk into the practice, and up to the second they walk out.  Ask Christine anything about contact lenses – that’s her speciality. Christine is not only an excellent staff member but also a wonderful mother that finds pride and joy in both her job and her children.

Frances is a stock controller and is responsible for ordering, selecting, and barcoding all the stock that comes to our Practice. Frances is receiving our big selections of frames and lenses daily. When you are collecting, she will be the friendly face you see when collecting your new spectacles and fitting your spectacles. Frances is always willing to help you find the specific frame you are looking for.

Shinande is a Dispenser and assists with the Marketing and promotion of World of Vision on social media. She takes pride in her job and customers are her priority. She brings life into the store, always finding ways to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Shinande has a passion for photography, capturing moments with friends and family. Her family is her pride and joy and her greatest support system. She finds joy in helping others.

Mike is passionate about his work at World of Vision. Mike takes pride, in providing patients with excellent service. He is a Team worker with great communication skills. Mike is always going the extra mile. He loves spending his free time with his family and watching soccer.

Jeanre has worked for World of Vision since 2019. Jeanre is an Optical Dispenser. Her duty is to ensure that a patient gets spectacles that aren’t just practical but will make our patient feel comfortable, to wear to any occasion. Outside of work, Jeanre is a loving mother and enjoys writing and sharing her stories with the world. She is passionate and caring. Always willing to help those in need.