Three Former ZVA Presidents Reflect on 75 Years of Association Leadership

To mark the 75th anniversary of the German Central Association of Opticians (ZVA), former presidents Thomas Nosch, Thomas Truckenbrod, and Christian Müller discussed the evolution of the role in a DOZ interview. The association has been led by ten presidents over seven decades, with volunteer engagement cited as its core strength. Truckenbrod emphasized his interest in shaping professional policy, while Nosch highlighted the advantage of entering the presidency from outside traditional guild structures. Müller noted his extensive prior experience within regional associations prepared him for the responsibilities of the office. The discussion addressed how leadership requirements have changed and future challenges facing the optics industry.