NEW YORK—Welcome back to Vision Expo East 2024, where the excitement continues as we delve deeper into a world of innovation, education and camaraderie. Today, Saturday, March 16, promises to be another extraordinary day packed with special events and enriching educational opportunities, both on and off the Show floor. As we kick off Day 2, explore today’s robust lineup of events and activities. On the Show Floor, the Bridge programming begins at 9:45 a.m. with RestoringVision's session “Doing Good is Good for Business.” Following this, at 10:15 a.m., the National Optometric Association will delve into the crucial topic of Physician Burn Out.

Then, at 11:00 a.m., don't miss “Beyond Vision: Behaviors to Supercharge Your Contact Lens Business,” where the Contact Lens Institute will unveil late-breaking U.S. consumer research aimed at boosting practices' ability to attract new contact lens patients. A panel of CLI Visionaries will share insights and strategies to enhance patient satisfaction and grow high-value contact lens prescribing.

At 12:30 p.m., the excitement continues with the National Federation of Opticianry Schools (NFOS) hosting the College Bowl competition, powered by EssilorLuxottica. This exhilarating event features a gameshow-style format with questions covering various aspects of opticianry. Cheer on your favorite school's participant as they compete for the coveted $500 first place prize.

Following the College Bowl, join us in the OptiCon Hub at approximately 1:45 p.m. for a champagne toast to celebrate the NFOS College Bowl winner and their fellow competitors, raising a glass to their achievements and camaraderie.

But the fun doesn't stop there. At 3:30 p.m., prepare to be captivated by the third and final installment of the Flaunt the Frame fashion show at the Bridge. Featuring independent eyewear designs from Spectacle Eyeworks, Sospiri, Variation Design and ic! berlin, this showcase promises to dazzle and inspire.

As the day draws to a close, don't miss the exclusive performance and Q&A with Grammy-nominated '90s icon Sophie B. Hawkins at 4:15 p.m. Known for hits like “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover,” Sophie will share insights into her new album, music and fashion in a conversation with Eye Docs of Rock bassist Michael “Jules” Raies, OD.

For the most up-to-date schedule of events, be sure to reference Vision Expo's mobile app. As you continue your journey at Vision Expo East 2024, embrace the opportunities to learn, connect and celebrate the vibrancy of this industry.

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