MOA 2025-26 Board of Trustees

Robert Buckingham, OD, PhD, FAAO - President
Erica Johnson Carder, OD, FAAO - President-Elect
Whitney Genrich, OD - Vice President
Shea Ferree Carney, OD - Secretary/Treasurer
Krystal Andrews, OD - Trustee
Darren Smarch, OD - Trustee
Anthony Sesto, OD - Trustee
Beau Poquette, OD - Trustee
Jennifer Schad, OD, MHA, FAAO - Immediate Past President
Jeff Towns - Executive Director

Welcome to the Michigan Optometric Association (MOA). For nearly 130 years, the MOA has been proudly serving Michigan Optometry! Our mission is to advance and support optometry in serving the eye care needs in Michigan. On this website, you will find resources on MOA educational events, member benefits, upcoming educational events, opportunities for advocacy, MOA resource guide, and so much more.

As President, I am honored to serve and support the Michigan Doctors of Optometry as we deliver essential eye care to the citizens of the State of Michigan. The Board of Trustees and I are committed to the strategic goals of advocacy, professional development, and member benefits. We cannot achieve our goals without the dedication of our committee volunteers and members.

If you are not a member of the MOA, please consider joining us in enhancing eye care in Michigan. If you already are an MOA member and you would like to increase your involvement, please feel free to contact us. Furthermore, if you need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Robert Buckingham, OD, PhD, FAAO
MOA President

Feel free to contact us  with any questions or concerns.