By Staff
Friday, October 18, 2024 12:21 AM
MARKHAM, Ontario—Based on its past success and popularity, THE Myopia Meeting is returning to Canada for a full-day event in Markham, located in the Greater Toronto area, on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Registration is now
open. THE Myopia Meeting provides attendees the opportunity to focus on myopia management with a full day of COPE continuing education courses presented by experts in the field, as well as intermittent manufacturer clinical reviews and networking opportunities.
By Staff
Thursday, October 17, 2024 12:24 AM
ROUND ROCK, Texas—
IDOC, an independent, service-focused alliance supporting more than 3,200 independent ODs, has announced that its annual conference, The Connection, is scheduled for February 13-16, 2025, at the Kalahari Resort located here. The theme, “Ignite Your Vision,” was designed to spark innovative ideas and strategies for independent optometrists, optical staff and practice managers across the country, according to the group. The Connection offers members and prospective members a chance to grow, innovate, and connect, IDOC said.
By Staff
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 12:15 AM
ISTANBUL—Show organizers are preparing for the 11th edition of
Silmo Istanbul, Turkey’s only optics trade show, which is scheduled for November 20 through 23 at the Istanbul Expo Center.
By Staff
Thursday, October 10, 2024 12:21 AM
MILAN, Italy—
Mido has announced the opening of press and visitor
registration for its next edition in Milan, scheduled for February 8 through 10, 2025, at Fiera Milano Rho. Mido is also unveiling “Refocusing on Humans,” its new campaign dedicated to “refocusing its priority on people and celebrating the return of value (and to the values) of human creativity,” show organizers said.
By Staff
Monday, October 7, 2024 12:24 AM
PARIS—The 2024 edition of
Silmo Paris wrapped up here on September 23 with a total of 32,125 professionals in attendance, show organizers said in an announcement. This is a 2.6 percent increase from 2023. Fifty-two percent of these attendees were international, the other 48 percent were French. This year’s attendees were able to visit more than 900 companies at Silmo Paris, and the show spread over 75,000 square meters in Halls 6 and 7 at Paris Nord Villepinte.
By Staff
Monday, October 7, 2024 12:18 AM
LAS VEGAS—Eyecare professionals overflowed the room at the Venetian Resort for “The Artificial Intelligence Revolution: Practical Applications in Eye Care Today” hosted by Jobson on Sept. 18, 2024. They attended to learn from the experts what Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies are already available for ECPs and how they are revolutionizing eyecare now and will continue to do so into the future. The event was sponsored by Founding Sponsors Advancing Eyecare, Alcon, EssilorLuxottica and Topcon Healthcare; and Supporting Sponsors Barti, CSI Dry Eye Software, Dr. Contact Lens and Neurolens.
By Staff
Monday, September 30, 2024 12:21 AM
MILAN, Italy—
Mido has announced a change to the schedule for its 2026 Milan eyewear show in order to avoid overlapping with the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, which will take place in Milan and Cortina. The new dates are from January 31 through February 2, 2026.
By Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:24 AM
NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo West 2024, a premier conference and exhibition held at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas for eyewear and eyecare professionals, wrapped up its event on September 21 after drawing more than 10,000 industry professionals from 98 countries, show organizers
The Vision Council and
RX stated. Opening this year on September 18, Vision Expo West 2024 showcased the latest innovations across 103,000 square feet of exhibit space, and immersed attendees in cutting-edge advancements in lens technology, diagnostic tools and practice management solutions throughout the four-day show.
By Staff
Saturday, September 21, 2024 12:24 AM
LAS VEGAS—As
Vision Expo West 2024 wraps up today, the organizers of Vision Expo,
The Vision Council and
RX, would like to thank all supporters, attendees and exhibitors for their enthusiasm, hard work and commitment that has made the Show so successful. Today, students and young professionals are encouraged to check out the Career Resource Center from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Located at the Innovation Stage, the Career Resource Center is a dynamic hub dedicated to connecting students, recent graduates and other professionals with leading companies in the eyecare industry that are actively recruiting.
By Staff
Friday, September 20, 2024 12:24 AM
LAS VEGAS—
Vision Expo West 2024 continues today with an impressive line-up of special events and education, both on and off the Show Floor. On the Innovation Stage, the day's schedule starts with The Vision Council All Member Meeting at 8:00 a.m. This is followed by a session on AI in optometry, "How Can AI Compliment Your Practice vs. Being a Threat," from 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. Then, at 11:00 a.m., Johnson & Johnson presents a discussion on Cultural Competency in Eyecare.
By Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024 12:18 AM
LAS VEGAS—
Vision Expo West 2024 has just begun at The Venetian Convention & Expo Center in Las Vegas. We extend a warm welcome to all attendees on behalf of the show organizers,
The Vision Council and
RX. This year's event boasts over 350 exhibiting companies on the lively show floor, premieres the brand new Visionaries Unveiled series, introduces the “Flaunt the Frame” eyewear fashion show series on the Innovation Stage Thursday and Friday hosted by
Eyecare Business, offers enhanced education opportunities, streamlines the attendee experience, and presents an exciting lineup of engaging sessions and energetic events centered around buzzworthy industry topics.
By Staff
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:15 AM
MILAN, Italy—
DaTE, the Italian eyewear event focused on avant-garde design and innovation, has announced Davide Degl’Incerti Tocci as its new president. Degl’Incerti Tocci is also the current ANFAO vice president responsible for the Gruppo Giovani, digitization and internationalization, as well as CEO of Nannini Italian Quality.
By Staff
Friday, September 6, 2024 12:15 AM
NEW YORK—This year,
Vision Monday will once again be hosting a special luncheon event and program to pay tribute to this year's roster of 2024 Most Influential Women in Optical (#MIWO2024) on Sept. 20 during Vision Expo West in Las Vegas. These women, along with many prior-year MIWO honorees and other guests, will be celebrated at this special event. The luncheon will take place from 12:00-2:00 p.m. in Room 3003 of The Venetian Hotel.
By Staff
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 12:21 AM
DALLAS—The
Optical Women’s Association (OWA) has announced the formation of an International Expansion Committee, bringing the association beyond U.S. borders and expanding its membership to impact women’s lives globally. The OWA also announced it will host the “OWA Global Connection Event,” at Silmo on Friday, September 20, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Slimo Talks stage on the show floor.
By Staff
Monday, August 26, 2024 12:24 AM
BOSTON—
New England College of Optometry (NECO) has announced its fourth annual Industry Collaborative, taking place on September 9–10, 2024, in Boston. Themed “Health Equity in Eye Care,” this event will bring together industry leaders, government officials, non-profit policymakers, educators and students to engage in critical discussions on ensuring equitable access to high-quality eyecare for all, regardless of socioeconomic or geographic factors.
Registration is now open for this multi-part program, and all relevant stakeholders are encouraged to participate.