Time Is Running Out—Cast Your Votes for Jobson's 2024 EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards, Nominations Close Tonight

By Staff
Friday, October 11, 2024 12:15 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday and 20/20 are hosting the 16th annual EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards to identify the optical industry’s favorite products and companies this year. But time is running out—the EyeVote survey closes tonight at 11:59 p.m. EST. These two Jobson Medical Information publications are teaming up once again this fall to get readers’ opinions by asking optical retailers and ECPs to identify their favorite products in 22 distinct categories.

Time Is Running Out—Cast Your Votes for Jobson's 2024 EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards By Oct. 11

By Staff
Monday, October 7, 2024 12:15 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday and 20/20 are hosting the 16th annual EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards to identify the optical industry’s favorite products and companies this year. But time is running out—the EyeVote survey closes tonight at 11:59 p.m. These two Jobson Medical Information publications are teaming up once again this fall to get readers’ opinions by asking optical retailers and ECPs to identify their favorite products in 22 distinct categories.

Time Is Running Out—Cast Your Votes for Jobson's 2024 EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards By Oct. 11

By Staff
Thursday, October 3, 2024 12:15 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday and 20/20 are hosting the 16th annual EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards to identify the optical industry’s favorite products and companies this year. These two Jobson Medical Information publications are teaming up once again this fall to get readers’ opinions by asking optical retailers and ECPs to identify their favorite products in 22 distinct categories.

Cast Your Votes for Jobson's 2024 EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards Before Nominations Close on Oct. 11

By Staff
Friday, September 27, 2024 12:15 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday and 20/20 are hosting the 16th annual EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards to identify the optical industry’s favorite products and companies this year. These two Jobson Medical Information publications are teaming up once again this fall to get readers’ opinions by asking optical retailers and ECPs to identify their favorite products in 22 distinct categories.

New Research From The Vision Council Finds More Than Half of U.S. Consumers Value ‘Made in the USA’ Products

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Friday, September 13, 2024 12:18 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council has announced the release of a new research report featuring a comprehensive analysis of consumer perception and sentiment regarding “Made in the USA” labeling of general-purpose products, as well as eyeglasses and sunglasses frames.

Marchon Eyewear and Savannah College of Art and Design Announce Fashion Eyewear Design Course Partnership

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:21 AM NEW YORK and SAVANNAH, Ga.—Marchon Eyewear, Inc. today announces a new academic partnership with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), a global leader in art, design and innovation in higher education, as the university launches its first-ever Fashion Eyewear Design course.

It's Time to Cast Your Votes for Jobson's 2024 EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards—Nominations Close on Oct. 11

By Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 12:24 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday and 20/20 are hosting the 16th annual EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards to identify the optical industry’s favorite products and companies this year. These two Jobson Medical Information publications are teaming up once again this fall to get readers’ opinions by asking optical retailers and ECPs to identify their favorite products in 22 distinct categories.

Accessories Council Announces 2024 Design Excellence Awards, Debuts New Independent Eyewear Categories

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Monday, August 12, 2024 12:15 AM NEW YORK—The Accessories Council has announced that its sixth annual Design Excellence Awards will take place on November 4, 2024, in New York City with a formal awards event at The Fifth Avenue Hotel.

Silmo Presents Nominees for 2024 Optical Design Contest

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Thursday, August 1, 2024 12:15 AM PARIS—Silmo has unveiled the nominees for its 2024 Optical Design Contest, marking the third edition of this event. Open to design school students from around the world, this contest focuses on accessory glasses that explore new functionalities and uses aside from correcting and protecting the wearer’s vision.

Vision Monday Announces Its ‘Most Influential Women in Optical’ for 2024

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Tuesday, July 30, 2024 12:24 AM NEWARK, N.J.—The 22nd edition of Vision Monday’s Most Influential Women in Optical feature brings a class of leaders, changemakers and trailblazers who are as impressive and exciting as it gets. Today, Vision Monday is announcing its 2024 roster of 40 women of accomplishment who were selected by VM’s editors from several hundred submissions. For this year’s Annual Report, VM considered women who are making a difference in the following five categories: Executive Suite, Rising Stars, Mentors, Innovators and Above & Beyond.

EssilorLuxottica Days 2024 Draws to a Close, Provides Glimpse Into Design, Manufacturing and Craftsmanship

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Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:24 AM CHARENTON-LE-PONT, France; VENICE and MILAN—EssilorLuxottica has wrapped up its 2024 EssilorLuxottica Days experience, giving eyecare practitioners and customers from the U.S. and throughout the world the ability to experience a behind-the-scenes look at the company's eyewear design and manufacturing from start to finish.

Silmo Names Alexis Mabille Chairman of 2024 Silmo d’Or Awards

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Tuesday, July 23, 2024 12:24 AM PARIS—Silmo has named fashion designer Alexis Mabille as chairman of the 2024 Silmo d’Or Awards, according to an announcement from Silmo. From Lyon, France, Mabille graduated in 1997 from the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture Parisienne before working with major Parisian fashion houses, according to Silmo. He established his eponymous brand in 2005, which includes men's and women's ready-to-wear, accessory and tailored collections; Mabille is most famous for his iconic bow tie designs, and has been on the official calendar of Haute Couture since 2021, the announcement said.

Ultimate Partners: A Special 20/20 and Vision Monday Section Celebrates Readers' Nominations of Outstanding 2024 Business Support Partners

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Tuesday, July 16, 2024 12:18 AM NEW YORK—Now in its fourth year, Jobson’s 2024 Ultimate Partners program gives readers the opportunity to highlight their great business support partners and showcase their support.

Ahead of National Sunglasses Day, New Report Highlights Usage and Benefits of Sports Sunglasses

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Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:24 AM ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council has released the findings from its recent survey on adults’ sports sunglass usage and preferences. The report, titled Focused inSights 2024: Sports Sunglasses, explores sunglasses designed specifically for outdoor sports and physical activities, and reveals insights into the demographics, purchasing habits and product characteristics that matter most to sports sunglasses users, according to an announcement from The Vision Council. The survey results were released ahead of National Sunglasses Day on June 27, The Vision Council’s annual commemorative day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of wearing sunglasses to protect eyes from the sun’s powerful rays.

Zenni Optical Expands Vision Care Offerings With Launch of Contact Lenses

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Tuesday, June 11, 2024 12:15 AM NOVATO, Calif.—Zenni Optical, an online eyewear retailer, has announced it will begin offering contact lenses from several manufacturers, including CooperVision and Bausch + Lomb.