By Staff
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 12:24 AM
NEW YORK—The national average for gross revenue at ECP locations decreased last week, Jan. 23–29, when compared with the previous week at a rate of -3 index points. That places gross revenue at a level 9 index points above where it was at this point in time (Week 5) when compared with last year (2022), 6 points above the same period in 2021, 7 points above 2020, and 18 points above 2019, according to Jobson’s most recent Practice Performance Tracker.
By Staff
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 12:21 AM
MILAN—A new program, "Empowering Optical Women Leadership: The Challenge of Eyewear" is kicking off at a special session on the first morning of
Mido later this week, an initiative of
ANFAO, the Italian Optical Goods Manufacturers association in partnership with Italy's
Bellisario Foundation.
By Staff
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 12:18 AM
NEW YORK—Tarrence Lackran, also known on Instagram as @TheOpticalPoet, is announcing the formation and launch of the EYECONS Agency, a multi-faceted firm, effective today.
By Staff
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 12:15 AM
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.—Brian Holdorf, a long-time compounding pharmacist who joined
OSRX, an affiliate of Ocular Science when it was formed in 2019, has been named chief formulation officer for the company.
By Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 12:27 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—
The Vision Council and
RX, organizers of Vision Expo, have announced that submissions are now being accepted for the 5th Annual OPTImum Retail Award scheduled to be presented at Vision Expo East on Friday, March 17 in New York City. Businesses in the independent optical retail market are encouraged to submit their stories for consideration by February 8, 2023. Launched in 2018, the OPTImum Retail Award was designed to celebrate the importance of independent boutique retailers in the optical industry.
By Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 12:24 AM
KINGSPORT, Tenn., and SMITHFIELD, R.I.—
Eastman, a global specialty materials company, and
FGX International, an
EssilorLuxottica company, have signed a letter of intent for FGX to reserve a significant volume of Eastman Tritan Renew copolyester manufactured at Eastman’s new methanolysis plant, which will be operational this year.
By Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 12:13 AM
Submit your most innovative frame or lens product for inclusion in the specially curated NOW Pavilion! Consideration is complimentary for exhibitors and includes entry into the first-ever NOW Awards.
Enter here before Feb. 15!
By Staff
Monday, January 30, 2023 12:24 AM
RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—
VSP Vision announced that Kathleen Steele has been named president of
VSP Ventures. In the role, Steele will lead the company’s business unit that provides care-focused choices for doctors of optometry looking for practice transition options. She will report to Kate Renwick-Espinosa, president of VSP Vision Care. “Kathleen’s skill set and experience in business development and scaling optometric services make her the right leader to accelerate the growth of VSP Ventures and ensure our unique transition options are available to doctors that protect practice legacy and put care first,” said Renwick-Espinosa. “We’re thrilled to welcome her to the team.”
By Staff
Monday, January 30, 2023 12:21 AM
NEW YORK—Rock4Sight 2023, will be back at the Hard Rock Café to celebrate the optical industry and raise funds for
ECN Purpose, a 501c3 Charity dedicated to providing both eye health education and connection to vision care to the underserved. The party begins on Saturday, March 18 at 8:30 pm at the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square, New York City. As in the past, this will be a fun night of music, dancing, camaraderie and industry fellowship, however, this year features a new twist.
By Staff
Monday, January 30, 2023 12:18 AM
PADUA, Italy—The Board of Directors of
Safilo Group S.p.A. has reviewed the Group’s preliminary key performance indicators for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2022 and the full year annual results will be approved by the Board of Directors on March 9, 2023.
By Staff
Monday, January 30, 2023 12:15 AM
PINELLAS PARK, Fla.—Transitions is hosting Transitions Certified Live events for eyecare professionals to earn their Transitions Specialist certification during in-person training events.
By Staff
Friday, January 27, 2023 12:24 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The NOW Pavilion is returning to Vision Expo East 2023. The pavilion will feature a curated selection of frames and lenses that embody the latest trends and innovations in eyewear, according to show organizers
The Vision Council and
RX Global. Participating exhibitors are invited to submit products as complimentary, value-added opportunities to gain additional exposure at the show. Final product selection will be chosen by an advisory review committee of esteemed media and retailers immediately following the February 1 product submission deadline.
By Staff
Friday, January 27, 2023 12:21 AM
LUND, Sweden—
TFS HealthScience, a global contract research organization, announced a strategic acquisition of
Appletree CI Group to enhance the company's existing expertise in the fields of ophthalmology and medical devices.