EyeCarePro Announces Winners for Practice Manager of the Year Award

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Friday, May 26, 2023 12:24 AM NEW YORK—EyeCarePro, a marketing agency exclusively serving eyecare providers, has announced the winners for the 2nd Annual Practice Manager of the Year Award.

Time Is Running Out—Nominate an Influential Woman in Optical by May 31 for Vision Monday's Special Report

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Friday, May 26, 2023 12:18 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday will once again be highlighting The Most Influential Women in Optical in our July issue, marking the 21st anniversary of our signature Special Report saluting women in the eyewear/eyecare industry. We are currently seeking nominations via an electronic survey form but time is running out—the deadline for submitting nominations is May 31. Women’s influence in optical is undeniable and today, more women than ever before are playing vital roles at all levels of our industry.  

Transitions Optical Announces Winners of the 2022 Transitions Innovation Awards

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023 12:27 AM PINELLAS PARK, Fla.—Transitions Optical, Inc. has named the winners for its annual Transitions Innovation Awards program, which recognizes both individuals and organizations who have shown the highest level of commitment to innovating their business over the past year. “The commitment and remarkable achievements from the 2022 Transitions Innovation Award winners have not only earned them well-deserved recognition, but have also helped elevate the industry,” said Drew Smith, senior director, North America channels, Transitions Optical. “We are privileged to have them as award winners and champions of our brand, and we congratulate them on their outstanding success.”

Optometry Giving Sight Names Susy Yu, OD, to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023 12:18 AM GOLDEN, Colo.—Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) has announced the addition of Susy Yu, OD, MBA, FAAO, to its board of directors. Dr. Yu has served for more than 20 years as director of strategy and operations support at Vision Essentials by Kaiser Permanente.

ABB Optical Group Appoints Daniel Liberman to Its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 12:21 AM CORAL SPRINGS, Fla.—ABB Optical Group, a leading independent eyecare company, has announced the appointment of Daniel Liberman to the company’s board of directors.

Lora Castle Joins BostonSight as Director of Professional Affairs and Consultation

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 12:18 AM NEEDHAM, Mass.—BostonSight has announced that Lora Castle, COA, NCLE, has joined the organization as director of Professional Affairs and Consultation for BostonSight SCLERAL.

Do You Know an Influential Woman in Optical? Nominate Her by May 31 for Vision Monday's Special Report

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023 12:15 AM NEW YORK—Vision Monday will once again be highlighting The Most Influential Women in Optical in our July issue, marking the 21st anniversary of our signature Special Report saluting women in the eyewear/eyecare industry. We are currently seeking nominations via an electronic survey form but time is running out—the deadline for submitting nominations is May 31. Women’s influence in optical is undeniable and today, more women than ever before are playing vital roles at all levels of our industry.  

Deadline Extended to May 24: Still Time to Nominate a Supportive Business Partner, for the 20/20 Magazine and Vision Monday 2023 'Ultimate Partners' Program

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Thursday, May 18, 2023 12:15 AM NEW YORK—The readers of Vision Monday and 20/20 Magazine are being asked to share their choices for great business support partners in another challenging business year, via the new Ultimate Partners program. Nominations for 2023 have been coming in over the past several weeks and the deadline for submissions has been extended until 11:59 p.m., ET, on May 24. Readers are being asked to recall when they were facing a critical challenge, in 2022 and into this year, and to salute the business partner who showed up at the right moment to reshape that problem into an opportunity or name which supplier, or representative, came to the rescue with valuable new solutions.

Lack of Men of Color Graduating From the Health Professions Declared a Crisis by Association CEOs

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023 12:30 AM NEW YORK and ROCKVILLE, Md.—The Federation of Associations of Schools of the Health Professions (FASHP) has declared the low number of historically underrepresented men of color (HUMOC) graduating and entering the health care professions a national crisis. Representing CEOs of national academic health professions associations, FASHP has released a consensus statement addressing this critical issue, and is calling on local and national educational, health care, governmental and community leaders to raise awareness regarding this critical issue and to identify barriers and provide resources to dramatically increase the number of men of color graduating from the health professions. The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry’s (ASCO) Dawn Mancuso, MAM, CAE, FASAE is executive vice president and CEO is president of FASHP.

Transitions Optical Announces 2022 Innovation Award Finalists

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Monday, May 15, 2023 12:27 AM PINELLAS PARK, Fla.—Transitions Optical, Inc. has named the finalists for its annual Transitions Innovation Awards program, which recognizes both individuals and organizations who have shown the highest level of commitment to innovating their business over the past year, according to an announcement from the company. “The Transitions Innovation Awards are a great opportunity for us to highlight industry professionals who are setting a new standard for innovation in eyecare,” said Drew Smith, senior director, North America channels, Transitions Optical.

NAVCP Ratifies New Slate of Officers at 2023 Vision Care Retreat

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023 12:27 AM TUCKER, Ga.—The National Association of Vision Care Plans (NAVCP) announced the ratified officers at the conclusion of the 2023 NAVCP Vision Care Retreat, held April 19-20 at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Arizona.

New Look Vision Group Named One of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 2nd Year in a Row

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023 12:21 AM MONTREAL—New Look Vision Group (NVG) was recognized for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving a prestigious 2023 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award.

Zyloware Is Encouraging All Eyecare Professionals to Celebrate National Eyewear Day on June 6

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Monday, May 8, 2023 12:24 AM PORT CHESTER, N.Y.—Zyloware is inviting all eyecare professionals and eyewear enthusiasts to once again join the company in celebration of the eighth annual National Eyewear Day on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Each year, Zyloware celebrates National Eyewear Day by promoting tips, tools and philanthropic initiatives that bring awareness to comprehensive eye exams and overall eye health and encourages others to join in. The company chose Zyloware founder, Joseph Shyer’s birthday, June 6, as the designated day to raise awareness about comprehensive eye exams.

Accessories Council Celebrates 27th Annual ACE Awards With Tommy and Dee Hilfiger, Kris Jenner, Ciara and More

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Monday, May 8, 2023 12:21 AM NEW YORK—On Wednesday night, May 3, 2023, the Accessories Council hosted its 27th annual ACE Awards in New York City, honoring individuals and companies who have furthered the awareness and use of accessories. The ACE Awards were first created in 1997 to celebrate the accomplishments of the industry and bring consumer attention to the categories before important shopping periods. Over the course of these past 27 years, the Accessories Council has honored and recognized global brands and pioneers, positioning them at the forefront of the fashion industry. Several eyewear Accessories Council members took part at this year's ACE event.

Nominations Are Now Open for VM’s 2023 Most Influential Women in Optical

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Friday, May 5, 2023 12:27 AM NEW YORK—Women’s influence in optical is undeniable and today, more women than ever before are playing vital roles at all levels of our industry. In retailing, wholesaling, product design, manufacturing, distribution and vision care and managed care, talented women are shaping the direction of the companies and organizations they work for, and, in many cases, lead. This is why Vision Monday will once again be highlighting The Most Influential Women in Optical in our July issue, marking the 21st anniversary of our signature Special Report saluting women in the eyewear/eyecare industry.