1-800 Contacts, Inc. announced that Tim Roush has been named chief marketing officer. In this role, Roush will be responsible for leading all marketing initiatives and partnering with 1-800 CONTACT's leadership team to drive profitable growth. Roush is a marketing veteran who has more than 20 years experience and a proven track record of success in corporate strategy, sales, marketing and product development. He most recently served as chief executive officer for Creta Farms USA where he was responsible for the re-launch of the business in the United States, developing brand position and marketing plans.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Colorado has teamed up with 1-800 Contacts, Inc. and Glasses.com to give members exclusive savings on their vision needs. This offer will make it easy for members to use unspent Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account dollars before the end of the year. Anthem members can save $20 off a purchase of $100 or more, plus free shipping at 1-800 CONTACTS and Glasses.com. Anthem members do not have to have vision coverage to take advantage of the deal. This offer is available to all plan members.

1-800 CONTACTS, announced that Joel Sodano, formerly an executive with Luxottica Retail, will fill a new senior management position as VP of Merchandising in its Glasses.com division. As VP of Merchandising, Joel Sodano will lead the company's efforts to develop new eyeglass and sunglass assortments while targeting consumers wanting to shop online for all of their optical needs. Prior to joining Glasses.com Sodano spent 18 years at Luxottica Retail, most recently as the Senior VP of Product Development, Planning and Selection.