What's Your AI Acuity? Registration Is Now Open for Vision Monday's 2024 Leadership Summit in NYC on March 13

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Thursday, November 30, 2023 12:27 AM NEW YORK—Registration is now open for VM's 2024 Leadership Summit, which will be held in New York on Wednesday, March 13, just ahead of Vision Expo East. The program for the VM Summit is titled, "What's Your AI Acuity? Sharpening a Vision for the Future." Early bird tickets and registration have a deadline of 11:59 p.m. ET on Dec. 31. "The growing use of Artificial Intelligence in both health care and retail portends a seismic shift in how companies are operating," noted Marge Axelrad, SVP editorial director of Vision Monday and VMAIL.

The 'Extraordinary Italian Eyewear' Roadshow in the U.S. Showcases Independent Eyewear

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023 12:21 AM NEW YORK—The Italian Trade Agency concluded their independent eyewear roadshow held in Seattle and Chicago last month. Under the theme "Extraordinary Italian Eyewear," the events underscored elegance and innovation in eyewear.

The North East Optical Show (NEOS) Gears Up to Host Independent Optical Collections in Spring of 2024 and Beyond

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023 12:18 AM BRIGHTON, Mass.—The North East Optical Show (NEOS) is poised to become a premier gathering of independent optical collections, not only in New England but from the Mid-Atlantic to Maine, according to an announcement from show organizers.

Registration Now Open for Vision Expo East 2024

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Friday, November 17, 2023 12:24 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council and RX have announced that registration for Vision Expo East 2024, the premier event for the eyewear and eyecare industry, is officially open. Scheduled to take place from March 14 to 17 at the Javits Center, Vision Expo East 2024 will mark nearly four decades of showcasing cutting-edge products, fostering education, and bringing together ophthalmic professionals in New York City. This event will not only celebrate the rich history of Vision Expo East in the city that never sleeps, but usher in an exciting new chapter for the industry.

Mido 2024 Anticipates More Exhibitors and Continued Initiatives to Advance Sustainability, Women in Leadership Roles and Future Technologies

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023 12:24 AM MILAN—Organizers of Mido, the major international optical fair to be held Feb. 3-5, 2024, are anticipating a larger exhibition and solid international attendance at the event next year, but report they have also been working actively to initiate a broader mandate to help elevate the optical industry in Italy and around the world, to advance messages about design, technology, sustainability and leadership development among women in an expansion of its programs.

Optical Women’s Association Launches First OWA Unplugged Retreat

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Thursday, November 2, 2023 12:15 AM DALLAS—The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) announced that its first-ever retreat, titled OWA Unplugged, was an overwhelming success. This pilot event was held October 20-22 in San Diego, Calif., at the Paradise Point Resort.

Submissions Are Open for Mido's 2024 BeStore Awards

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Thursday, October 26, 2023 12:18 AM MILAN—Organizers of Mido, which will be held Feb. 3 to Feb. 5, 2024, are encouraging companies to take part in the exhibition's 2024 BeStore Awards, which recognizes the best optical stores in the world in the areas of store design and innovation.

Registration Opens for International Sports Vision Association 2024 Conference

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023 12:27 AM BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.—Registration is now open for Winning with Sports Vision, the 8th Annual International Sports Vision Association (ISVA) conference, to be held February 1-3, 2024 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego, Calif.

The Vision Council Appoints Suzanne Krauss as New Director of Shows

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023 12:24 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council has announced the appointment of Suzanne Krauss as the organization’s new director of trade shows. Krauss is replacing Sara Bonizio who has left the organization.

VisionPlus Dubai Announces 2023 VisionPlus Awards and Global Optician Awards

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023 12:18 AM DUBAI—At the VisionPlus Dubai eyewear exhibition held here Oct. 17-19, organizers announced winners of the 2023 Global Optician Awards at a special gala held during the show's 2023 VisionPlus Awards Night.

The Vision Council Opens Registration for the 2024 Executive Summit

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Monday, October 23, 2023 12:30 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council announced that registration is now open for the 2024 Executive Summit taking place January 22-24 at The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Fla. The Executive Summit is The Vision Council’s annual event that brings together industry leaders for several days of executive-level networking and leadership development. Designed to illuminate the dynamic changes ahead for the vision community, the Executive Summit features a robust schedule of interactive panels and presentations by industry experts and keynote speakers, as well as opportunities to network and connect with industry leaders and executives. The event is open to both members of The Vision Council and non-members, with members eligible for special members-only pricing. To register, click here.

Transitions Announces Dates for Transitions Academy 2024

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Monday, October 23, 2023 12:27 AM PINELLAS PARK, Fla.—Transitions has announced that Transitions Academy 2024 will take place February 11 to 14, 2024 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, Fla. Transitions Academy 2024 will continue to provide industry professionals with the opportunity to expand their knowledge through expert presentations, guest speakers, and Transitions product and professional development workshops. The winners of the 2023 Transitions Innovation Awards will also be announced during the event.

LOFT Eyewear Show to Remain in New York

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Monday, October 23, 2023 12:24 AM NEW YORK—LOFT Eyewear Show is set to remain in New York City in 2025 and beyond. Since 2000, the LOFT events, in New York and San Francisco, have showcased exclusive, independent and cutting edge designers from around the world.

Exhibitors and Attendees Share Experiences and Insights About Vision Expo West

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Thursday, October 5, 2023 12:24 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Vision Expo, the premier biannual event in the US optical world co-hosted by The Vision Council and RX, concluded in Las Vegas on Saturday, September 30, with resounding praise and excitement from exhibiting companies and attendees alike. As the curtains closed on another remarkable Vision Expo West, participants were eager to share their experiences and insights about the event. The combination of returning favorites and fresh brands at Vision Expo West 2023 created an atmosphere of excitement and collaboration.

Vision Expo West 2023 Concludes Successful Show in Las Vegas

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023 12:24 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Vision Expo West 2023 concluded on Saturday, September 30, following four days of new product discovery, innovative discussions, accredited education sessions, networking events and business meetings. Held at The Venetian Convention Center & Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada from Sept. 27-30, Vision Expo West convened eyecare professionals, buyers, students and sellers representing all facets of the optical and vision care industry. Vision Expo West attendees fed off the buzzing Las Vegas energy during a week of debuts, grand openings and exclusive events. The Sphere, Las Vegas’s newest concert venue opened on Friday night, and with a highly anticipated performance by U2—their first live show since 2019.