Meet The Team

Robert Hileman

Rob joined the Ridgeview Eye Care team as Chief Operating Officer in 2021, relocating back to the area after spending 15 years in southern Oregon.

Originally from the Overland Park area, Rob has spent more than 20 years in medical management and administration; most of that time in Optometry, Ophthalmology and Dentistry. He originally started as an optician and Optometric technician while studying Human Biology at the University of Kansas, then continued building experience in operational management of medical practices.

Rob enjoys all areas of managing the practice but specializes in building a strong team environment that will give the team the best tools to succeed and provide an unmatched patient experience. Her particularly enjoys focusing on the patient encounter and what we can do to excel in our care and education of our families.
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In his spare time Rob loves to spend time with his amazing twin daughters and wife Jeana. Not one to sit for too long, he loves to get involved in the community as well. Rob has been a part of many community-based programs (ex; Rotary, Chamber of Commerce) and jokes that he has been a politician (spending time as a school board director for 11 years). He has helped struggling Booster Clubs thrive and is an avid sports lover. Rob has coached youth soccer for more than 25 years and has coached at most levels of competition. He loves his Jayhawks, Sporting KC, Chiefs and Royals.

Optical Department

Amanda Curry, ABOC

Amanda has been a part of our team since 2013 and serves as the Optical Team Lead for our organization. With her American Board of Opticianry certification, Amanda's expertise in the optical field is unmatched. She has dedicated countless hours to expanding her knowledge through continuing education, ensuring that she stays at the forefront of the latest industry advancements.

Amanda's family includes her husband Chris and their two daughters, Janda and Kenzie. Her love for her family extends to her furry companions as well. She is a fur-mom to two dogs, Shandy and Arlo and a cat named Toad, creating a lively and vibrant household.

In her free time, Amanda finds joy in deadlifting, a testament to her strength and determination. Another delightful aspect of Amanda's personality is her affinity for glitter. Whether it's adding a touch of sparkle to her own life or creating a sense of wonder in the lives of others, Amanda's enthusiasm for glitter brings a touch of magic and excitement to everything she does.

Amanda's passion for her work, dedication to her family, and vibrant personality make her a valued member of our team. Her expertise, combined with her love for life's little joys, sets her apart and makes her an inspiration to us all.

Brittani Brandt

Brittani has been a member of the optical team since 2019 where she started as an Eyewear Stylist. These days Brittani oversees each pair of glasses from the time that they are ordered by our patient, through the lab proces until the time that they are checked in. Once they arrive back in our lab. Her high level of attention to detail ensures your glasses are ordered in a timely fashion and with 100% accuracy.

Brittani was born and raised in Wichita, KS before she moved to Spring Hill in 2019. She graduated from Wichita State University with a degree in Psychology. Before joining the Ridgeview Eye Care team, she spent several years working in El Dorado, KS at the Butler County newspaper selling print and digital advertising. In her free time, she enjoys traveling back to Wichita to spend time with family, exploring the KC area with her husband, Matthew, going to concerts and sporting events, and hanging out with her chocolate lab, Dottie.

Jen Lewis

Meet one of our amazing, fashionable, and bilingual eyewear specialists, Jen! Our Spanish speaking eyewear stylist has worked in retail and customer service her whole life. She considers every detail of your day-to-day life to find the best frame and lens fit for your life style. Her incredible attention to detail makes sure that every single pair of glasses that come into our office are made perfect for our patients.

Jen, she has traveled all across the country and overseas. She has three giant fluffy dogs. As a prior vet tech her love for animals is inevitable. Her hobbies include cooking with unique foods, binge watching TV shows and doing any DIY that comes to mind.

Shae Crowley

Shae started at Ridgeview Eye Care in March 2022. She has over 15 years of sales experience, including Apple and the WWI Museum. Shae has a Bachelor’s degree in History and a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration. She both played and coached softball at the collegiate level.

Shae recently moved to Lawrence, KS with her partner and has 2 cats, Hamburger and Olive. She enjoys playing board games (when she wins). Shae also likes watching true crime documentaries and going to antique stores. She is an avid collector of salt and pepper shakers.
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Nyasha Roper

Bio coming soon!

Emilee Holscher

Emilee is the Dry Eye Coordinator. She has over seven years of customer service experience, and is dedicated to improving the lives of others by making them feel their very best inside and out. You will find her at our check-out desk, where she will personally order your contacts and maximize your benefits to sensure you get the best value possible for your contact lenses! She values the personalized experience with patients and will go above and beyond to make sure they leave feeling comfortable and confident after their appointment.

Emiliee is also a licensed esthetician and makeup artist, and her work has been featureed in KC Fashion Week as well as a couple of other local fashion magazines! She spends most of her free time exploring downtown Kansas City with her partner, where they frequently visit the Nelson Atkins and try local food joints. She also enjoys relaxing at hom with her two cats, Buddha and Charlie. Emilee is excited to apply her passion for people and versatility to the optial field!

Clinical Department

Elyse Hall

Bio coming soon!