By Staff
Thursday, June 23, 2022 12:21 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Registration opens today for
Vision Expo West, taking place Sept. 14-17, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo & Convention Center.
By Staff
Monday, June 20, 2022 12:27 AM
CHICAGO—Thousands of eyecare professionals, industry executives and students converged at McCormick Place in Chicago late last week for the annual
Optometry’s Meeting organized by the American Optometric Association (AOA). The meeting, which opened Wednesday, drew nearly 4,000 doctors of optometry, optometric students, paraoptometrics and others, and also marked the first time that many AOA members had been together since the 2019 meeting in St. Louis, as last year’s meeting in Denver was smaller by contrast.
By Staff
Friday, June 17, 2022 12:15 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—
The Vision Council and
RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today announced that reservations are now being accepted at Vision Expo West’s partner hotels for
Vision Expo West, taking place Sept. 14-17, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo & Convention Center. Exhibitors and attendees can take advantage of special rates at Vision Expo’s partner hotels. A list of participating hotels and instructions on how to book can be found
here. Room block requests for 10 or more rooms can also be made
here. All the partner hotels are conveniently located near the convention center.
By Staff
Thursday, June 16, 2022 12:21 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council hosted its first
Regional Connection Series Event in Chicago marking the launch of the organization’s new event program designed to deliver networking opportunities, timely discussions and valuable business updates to members across the U.S.
By Staff
Monday, June 6, 2022 12:24 AM
ORLANDO, Fla.—
Transitions Optical Inc. announced the winners of its annual Transitions Innovation Awards during the closing ceremony here at the
25th Transitions Academy meeting. The awards recognize both individuals and companies for their innovative efforts to support Transitions lenses. More than 850 people representing many countries attended the event at the J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes. “Honoring this incredible group of Transitions Innovation Awards winners and finalists was a perfect way to round off our 25th anniversary celebration of Transitions Academy,” said Drew Smith, director, North America channels, Transitions Optical.
By Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022 12:24 AM
ORLANDO, Fla.—The
25th Transitions Academy opened here Thursday morning with more than 850 industry experts from 45 countries around the world attending the event this week at the J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes.
By Staff
Friday, May 27, 2022 12:27 AM
NORWALK, Conn.—
IDOC has issued a “save the date” notice for the return of its annual national conference, The Connection, to be held in Orlando, Fla., from Feb. 16 through Feb. 19, 2023.
By Staff
Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:33 AM
BOCA RATON, Fla.—After a three-year hiatus and for the first time since combining with
Healthy Eyes Advantage (HEA),
Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA) welcomed more than 900 members, strategic vendor partners and industry thought leaders to reconnect in person for three days of camaraderie, education and idea exchange during its annual meeting, held from May 19-21 in Palm Springs, Calif. The event delivered a multitude of opportunities for PECAA members and their staff to connect with peers, as well as to learn more about new tools and resources now available to grow and sustain successful practices.
By Staff
Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:27 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—
The Vision Council and
RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today announced that submissions are being accepted for Innovation Stage speakers, presentations and panels for
Vision Expo West, taking place September 14-17, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo & Convention Center.
By Staff
Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:18 AM
PARIS—Organizers of Silmo Paris have reconfirmed the Sept. 23-26, 2022 dates for their next in-person show, at Paris Nord Villepinte and report they will debut a new optical design contest this year, and will continue with their monthly broadcasts about the show. The next broadcast airs today on the Silmo Paris social media accounts and on the Silmo Paris social media accounts, which will feature commentator Dominique Cuvillier who will unveil the trends to come.
By Staff
Monday, May 23, 2022 12:27 AM
ST. LOUIS—The
American Optometric Association (AOA) and
Optometry Cares – The AOA Foundation have announced that four doctors of optometry have been selected for induction into the prestigious
National Optometry Hall of Fame. For 24 years, the National Optometry Hall of Fame has recognized and honored doctors of optometry who have made significant and enduring contributions to the optometric profession, according to the recent announcement. The inductees will be honored during the AOA Awards and National Optometry Hall of Fame ceremony on Thursday, June 16, during
Optometry’s Meeting in Chicago.
By Staff
Thursday, May 5, 2022 12:18 AM
DUBAI—Nominations are now open for the
VisionPlus Awards, organizers of the contest have announced. Hosted as part of the three-day VisionPlus Expo 2022 event in Dubai, the VisionPlus Awards recognizes the leading brands that have redefined the optical trade in the MENA (Middle East North Africa) region with their innovative offerings across segments. VP Awards is the only awards in the region that benchmarks the offerings of global optical brands. It tests how well the designs, the brands and the products themselves represent the taste of the optical retailers and the end consumers, organizers said.
By Staff
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 12:21 AM
MILAN—The 50th edition of Mido concluded on Monday after three days at the Fiera Milano Rho conference center here, April 30-May 2. Organizers cited an enthusiastic and optimistic mood among showgoers as the international eyewear exhibition celebrated its 50+ year history in person after a two-year break due to the COVID pandemic. Organizers said, "This was a crucial event for the entire sector, an opportunity to share experiences and conduct business, as well as a chance to network, brainstorm and discuss new ideas."