(Photo Release): Congressman Veasey ‘Makes it in America’ with Fort Worth Based Eye Care Company Alcon
Veasey works the assembly line at Alcon as part of his ‘Marc Means Business’ initiative
Fort Worth, TX – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, donned a white lab coat at the Fort Worth-based global headquarters of Alcon, where he joined the assembly line to produce surgical packs for ophthalmologists worldwide and prepared eye care products for global distribution. Under the guidance of supervisors Patrick Collier and Heath Dial, Rep. Veasey learned firsthand the hard work and attention to detail necessary to produce quality American made eye care products for international distribution.
"One of my top priorities in Congress is ensuring that the Metroplex's economy continues to thrive and that its residents have access to good paying jobs to support their families. Alcon's growth from a small ophthalmic shop to a global leader in the eye care industry can serve as an example for other local businesses. U.S. companies can expand their operations and extend opportunities for their employees and for the communities they operate in. My work day at Alcon helps me better understand how Congress can best support American manufacturers, so they can continue to produce quality goods here in the USA," Congressman Veasey said.
Fort Worth, TX -- Congressman Veasey works to pack contact solution for worldwide distribution during his 'Marc Means Business' work day at Alcon Eye Care. (August 19, 2015)
Fort Worth, TX -- Alcon employees brief Rep. Veasey on the necessary steps to pack eye care products safely and efficiently as part of his 'Marc Means Business' initiative. (August 19, 2015)
Since March 2014, Veasey has spent a day each month working at a different job in his district. He has performed door-to-door trash pickup at one of Dallas' affordable housing developments, served as a Mary Kay consultant for a day, and worked as a baggage handler with American Airlines.
The Marc Means Business series connects Veasey with constituents at their place of employment to better understand the challenges they face in their work and daily lives. To invite Congressman Veasey to work with you as part of his "Marc Means Business" initiative, please contact his District Office.
View the August 2015 "Marc Means Business" work day photo gallery here.