Clinic Manager / Optometric Technician

Angie serves as both Clinic Manager and Optometric Technician, bringing a strong commitment to customer service and patient care to every role she fills. She is passionate about helping patients with their vision and takes pride in making each person feel welcomed and supported during their visit. Her favorite part of the job is simple — helping people and making a difference in their day.

Outside of work, Angie is a proud mom of four children and a grandparent to one grandbaby. Family plays a big role in her life, and she enjoys spending weekends at the lake, cheering on her kids at their sporting events, and watching North Dakota Fighting Hawks men’s ice hockey (often still affectionately called Sioux hockey by longtime fans).

Her caring personality and dedication to both her family and patients make Angie an important part of the team.

Crookston Office Manager

Denise is the Crookston Office Manager and brings warmth, organization, and a welcoming personality to the clinic each day. A small-town girl who grew up with six sisters, she thrives in a busy environment and enjoys the variety of tasks her role brings, from daily responsibilities to monthly and yearly projects. One of her favorite parts of the job is keeping the schedule full and making sure the office runs smoothly for both staff and patients.

Before joining the team, Denise spent 20 years as a childcare provider, a role that reflects her caring nature and love for connecting with others. She especially enjoys visiting with both new and longtime patients who come into the clinic — and sometimes even swapping a recipe or two along the way.

Denise is married and has three sons, three grandchildren, and one more grandchild on the way. Friends and family affectionately call her “Sis,” a nickname that suits her close-knit family roots. Outside of work, she enjoys walking, gardening, camping, baking, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Optometric Technician

Evan is a valued member of the team who brings energy, humor, and a passion for helping patients feel comfortable during their visits. As an optometric technician, he especially enjoys working with kids and values the strong connections he has with his coworkers.

Evan is currently studying Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education and also earning a French certificate. He lived in Columbus, Ohio for seven years, adding to his diverse experiences and interests. His wide-ranging expertise includes teaching, science education, and a few personal specialties he jokingly claims — including Pokémon, music, and even Diet Coke.

Outside of work, Evan enjoys reading, video games, caring for plants, fishing, karaoke, traveling, and exploring the French language. A fun fact about Evan: he was born the day The Lion King was released and played trombone during high school.

Finance Manager

Jaci (pronounced JAK-ee), short for Jacelyn, is the friendly and organized force behind the daily operations of the office. She describes her expertise as “a bit of everything,” reflecting the many ways she helps support the office and team each day.

A native of East Grand Forks, Minnesota, Jaci and her husband are raising two sets of twins — boy/boy and boy/girl — who keep life active with sports and activities around town. Her favorite part of the job is the people she works with and the patients the team serves. She especially enjoys seeing patients light up when they put on new glasses and realize how clearly they can see.

Jaci also has a passion for music and singing and once had the opportunity to travel overseas on a European choir tour with her collegiate concert choir. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, watching her kids in their activities, movies, walking, exercising, and shopping — something she jokingly calls her “self-diagnosed shopping problem.”

Optometric Technician

Jodi is an optometric technician who enjoys creating a positive experience for patients each day. With a strong background in customer service and a natural passion for helping people, she plays an important role in making patients feel welcomed and cared for throughout their visit.

Her favorite part of the job is the people — both the patients she helps and the team she works alongside. Jodi is also a proud parent of two children and values the balance of family and work life.

Outside of the office, Jodi enjoys spending time outdoors, especially camping and hiking. A fun fact about Jodi: she used to harvest wild rice, a unique experience that reflects her love of nature and the outdoors.

Crookston Optometric Technician

Kathleen is an optometric technician based in the Crookston office who also occasionally helps out in the East Grand Forks location. Originally from California, she has called the Midwest home for the past 26 years. With 30 years of experience in the medical field, Kathleen brings a caring and compassionate approach to her work and truly enjoys helping people and meeting new patients every day.

Her strengths include communication, customer service, teamwork, and flexibility, all of which help her connect with patients of all ages. Kathleen’s favorite part of the job is spending time with patients and hearing their stories — experiences that often bring laughter, reflection, and joy to her day.

Outside of work, Kathleen is a proud parent of three adult children and grandparent to four grandchildren. She enjoys spending time outdoors and taking part in a variety of activities, including yard games, biking, walking, and fishing. A fun fact about Kathleen: she has a passion for vintage car restorations and motorcycles, adding a unique and adventurous side to her interests.

Optician/Receptionist

Kelly is one of the friendly faces patients often see first, serving as both an optician and receptionist. Originally from East Grand Forks, she brings strong customer service skills and enjoys helping patients choose glasses that not only look great but feel comfortable too. She also values working alongside coworkers who have become close friends, making the office feel like a second family.

Known for her upbeat personality, Kelly’s favorite animal is the panda, and if you hear someone humming around the clinic, there’s a good chance it’s her — often without even realizing it.

Outside of work, Kelly enjoys watching movies (especially scary ones), going for walks, and taking bike rides, making the most of her free time with a mix of relaxation and activity.

Optician

Kelsey brings personality and a great sense of humor to the team as an optician. She enjoys working closely with patients and coworkers, and her favorite part of the job is the people she gets to interact with every day. With expertise in all things optical, she helps patients find eyewear that fits both their needs and personal style.

Known for keeping things lighthearted, Kelsey describes herself as “5’5” — that’s not short, that’s medium.” Her fun and approachable personality makes her a favorite among both patients and teammates.

Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys arts and crafts and expressing her creativity in her free time. A fun fact about her: she’s full of interesting trivia, including the claim that elephants are the only animals that can’t jump!

Financial Assistant

Kristi, better known as KJ, has been a dedicated member of the Opticare team for many years and will celebrate her 18th anniversary with the practice in November 2026. As Financial Assistant, she has developed strong expertise in insurance coding and works hard to stay current with the many updates and changes that come with insurance processing. Her favorite part of the job is the unique interactions she has with patients and the satisfaction of knowing she has helped make their experience a little easier.

KJ lives in East Grand Forks with her daughter, Ava, and their cat, Wrigglie, who has become well known throughout the neighborhood. Ava is also a familiar face around the clinic from time to time, proudly helping out by cleaning glasses and shredding documents — complete with her own name tag.

Outside of work, KJ enjoys spending as much time outdoors as possible during the warmer months, while winter often finds her relaxing in the heated garage listening to music while Ava plays nearby. She also enjoys shopping, spending time at home, and rarely turns down an invitation to the casino. Her long-standing dedication and friendly personality make her an important part of the team.

Bookkeeper

Laurie has been a valued member of the team since 2015, bringing years of experience in office administration and organization. Originally from central Minnesota, she moved to the Grand Forks area with her husband, Mark, in 1992. Before joining the team, Laurie worked with several healthcare organizations, including Good Samaritan, Altru Health System, PRACS and Sanford Health, building a strong background in administrative and financial operations.

As the office bookkeeper, Laurie’s strengths are keeping things organized and making sure everything stays “neat and tidy.” She especially enjoys working with her coworkers and finds satisfaction in those moments when all the numbers balance perfectly at the end of the day.

Outside of work, Laurie enjoys baking, sewing, and reading, along with spending quality time with her grandson. A fun fact about Laurie: she and her husband spent a year living in Brawley, California where they shared their garage with a “pet” black widow spider named Zelda.

Crookston Optician

Shelley brings both experience and heart to her role as an Optician in our Crookston clinic. She loves helping patients find the perfect pair of glasses and takes pride in repairing eyewear to help people see their best. Her expertise in fitting glasses, combined with her caring approach, makes her a valued part of the team.

Outside of work, Shelley is a proud mother of three — Mike, Cody, and Hailee — and grandma to Bria and Logan, along with one beloved furbaby, Onyx. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, cheering on her son at snowmobile races on the lake during the summer, and singing karaoke. A fun fact about Shelley: her dad taught her how to play “the spoons” when she was young, and she still loves to play today in his honor today!

Optical Manager

Stacy is the Optical Manager and proudly holds the title of the longest “surviving” Opticare employee, having started her Opticare journey back in 1997. With decades of experience in the optical field, she has become an expert in frame selection and fitting, helping patients find eyewear that not only looks great but feels comfortable and fits their personality.

Her favorite part of the job is guiding patients toward frames they may not have chosen for themselves and seeing their confidence grow once they find the perfect fit. Stacy’s experience, eye for style, and dedication to patient care have made her a trusted part of the team for many years.

Outside of work, Stacy enjoys spending time with her granddaughters and working in her garden. Her caring personality and long-standing commitment to the practice continue to make a lasting impact on both patients and coworkers alike.

Optician

Terry brings decades of experience to the team, having worked as an optician for more than 52 years. His expertise in adjustments and repairs has helped countless patients enjoy comfortable, well-fitting eyewear, and his dedication makes him a trusted part of the office.

He is a proud father of two sons and grandparent to eight grandchildren, with twins and quads adding plenty of excitement to the family. Terry’s favorite part of the job is the people he works with and the connections built each day with both coworkers and patients.

Outside of work, Terry enjoys spending time on the golf course and doing a little fishing when he can. A fun fact about Terry: he once danced with the University of North Dakota dance group, Orcisis.