Shopko Optical opening on Madison Avenue

GREEN BAY, Wis. – A new Shopko Optical center is opening in Mankato Nov. 11 at 1701 E. Madison Ave. The location will provide the comprehensive eye care and superior eyewear that have made Shopko Optical a staple in communities for over 40 years.

“With the help of Optometrist Dr. Jacqueline Jones, this new location will be a leading provider of optometry services in the Mankato community,” said Shopko CEO Russ Steinhorst. “We look forward to continued service in Mankato and the lasting relationships we build there.”

Dr. Jones graduated from the University of Houston College of Optometry and is Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agent (TPA) certified.

Shopko Optical accepts most major vision plans including EyeMed Vision Care and Spectera. To certify coverage, book an appointment with an optometrist or find a Shopko Optical center, visit Shopko.com.

About Shopko Optical
Shopko Optical, which formerly operated under Shopko Stores Operating Co., LLC, is the trade name of Shoptikal LLC, an affiliate of Monarch Alternative Capital LP. For more than 40 years, Shopko Optical has provided excellent patient-centric care and high-quality eyewear through its dedicated team of nearly 700 optometrists (independent doctors of optometry in IA, ID, MT, SD and WA) and opticians. Shopko Optical expects to open 80 locations in 2019 with further growth expected in 2020 and beyond. For more information, visit Shopko.com.

About Monarch Alternative Capital LP
Monarch Alternative Capital LP is a private investment firm with approximately $5 billion in assets under management across various investment vehicles. Monarch was founded in 2002 and focuses primarily on opportunistic investing across distressed debt, special situations equity and real estate. The firm’s headquarters is located in New York, with a subsidiary office in London.

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