Dave Brown

Dave Brown is the President & CEO of IDOC, a prominent membership alliance supporting independent Optometrists in the United States. He took on the role of CEO in 2015 after joining IDOC in 2014, overseeing its growth and the successful acquisition by Investors Management Corporation from The Riverside Company in November 2016. His leadership at IDOC focuses on providing innovative practice solutions to empower independent ODs, reflecting the organization's mission to help owners realize their dream practices.

Before his tenure at IDOC, Dave spent 23 years at Johnson & Johnson, where he held various leadership positions. At Johnson & Johnson, he was involved in launching innovative global products, driving sales and income growth, and mentoring leaders. His portfolio included working on well-known consumer brands like TYLENOL™ products and NEUTROGENA™, advancements in the disability industry with the IBOT™ stair-climbing wheelchair, and global vision care with ACUVUE™ contact lenses. Dave is an alumnus of Colgate University and holds an MBA from Columbia University.