Saamuel Wayne Haylock is the Director Of Operations at The Eye Center (TEC). A first-generation American-Belizian, Saamuel graduated high school ahead of his high school peers in Los Angeles, California.
As an individual intrigued by the tactical care of helping people in his community, Saamuel has grown and excelled at each level of his work at TEC. He cherishes every opportunity to provide patients with eye care that is affordable and thoughtful. The key to Saamuel’s ability to connect with each and everyone who he provides care for, comes from a deep understanding that everyone deserves compassion and respect. This is the key to building a relationship with his patients, coworkers, as well as family and friends.
Prior to his current career, Saamuel honed his skills of communication, organization and customer service for ten years in the hotel industry. The experience taught him the art of negotiation as well as finding compromise that feels fair to all parties.
Working at TEC for the past three and a half years Saamuel has gained in-depth knowledge of various eye conditions and tests needed to diagnose various ailments.
Saamuel’s competency lies in his compassion, direct approach, and the ability to connect and work with people from all walks of life. Being able to also volunteer time with In Her Vision, a non-profit providing mobile accessible no cost eye exams and glasses to communities in need of care, has given Saamuel more clarity around his purpose. Working directly with the founder of In Her Vision, Dr. Mojgan Besharat, has allowed Saamuel to truly appreciate the possiblity to provide meaningful and valuable care to all who need these services. Connecting and being able to serve the community in these ways has made his career at The Eye Center fulfilling and allows Saamuel to live and work with a passion, giving the gift of eyesight.