62 EXPO WEST PREVIEW Optical Lab Division Meeting ‘Brings Pieces Together’ for Members LAS VEGAS—The Optical Lab Division meeting is the complete lab event with each component, from education to exclusive receptions and events, thoughtfully designed to help lab professionals grow and succeed. Combined with the continuing education and expansive exhibits at International Vision Expo West—the largest ophthalmic event in the Americas—the Optical Lab Division meeting provides the perfect setting for you to hear about hot topics, network with labs and test drive equipment before implementing new ideas and technologies into your business. The theme of this year’s Optical Lab Division meeting is “Bringing All the Pieces Together.” The education program features thought-leaders, specialized experts and panelists tackling four trending industry topics of importance to labs. The education portion of the program kicks off on Sept. 17, also known as “Super Thursday” with dedicated lab-specific education sessions throughout the day. Thursday, September 17 8:00 – 8:45 am 3-D Printing: The Future of Optics 3D printed components for various different applications in lighting, photonics, automotive, medical and military applications are currently being developed. Refinement printing products for ophthalmic applications continues and the goal is rapidly approaching. Richard Van de Vrie, Luxexcel CEO, will discuss next steps and industry implications. 8:55 – 10:25 am Digital Quality Control One of the dilemmas of digital processing is that it is no longer viable to check just near and distance powers but other areas through the lens. This discussion will provide an overview of technology and practical applications to provide for optimal quality control. Real-life scenarios of digital processing errors will be presented with approaches for their remedy. Perspectives from labs, lab equipment and lens suppliers will be shared. 10:35 – 11:20 am Legal and Technical Updates for Optical Labs The Vision Council’s legal, trade, government and regulatory affairs and technical departments present topics of importance to the optical lab industry, including ANSI updates, OSHA, Prop 65, California Green initiative and changes that affect businesses under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). 11:30 – 12:20 pm Sacred Cows or Purple Cows: Which Makes the Best Hamburger? Mike Karlsrud from the Karlsrud Companies challenges organizations to re-examine their current business practices. In a time of surplus options for consumers and our customers, Mike provides examples and strategies of how success is gained through strategic differentiation in this thought provoking session. 12:30 – 1:30 pm Optical Lab Division Toolkit Are you getting the most from your membership? In this luncheon presentation, Optical Lab Division Liaison Steve Sutherlin will explain the “Toolkit,” and highlight the features of membership that have been specifically created for optical laboratories. The Optical Lab Division meeting also includes more than 12-hours of dedicated networking time, including a lunch every day from the show from Thursday through Saturday. Members are also entitled to exclusive access to The Vision Council’s Member Lounge, which offers free meals, member resources and secured Wi-Fi access. There is no cost to attend the Optical Lab Division meeting for members of The Vision Council. Members who register for the event will receive complimentary access to all breakfasts, lunches and educational programming. For more information about the Optical Lab Division, visit the Optical Lab Division section of The Vision Council’s website at wwwthevisioncouncil.org or contact Carmen Sevilla at csevilla@thevisioncouncil.org. n SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 VISIONMONDAY.COM Facebook.com/VisionMonday 49491.png @VisionMonday 49522.png Screen%20Shot%202015-09-03%20at%206.06.01%20PM.tif Photo: John Calabrese Photography