By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:33 AM
NEW YORK—As the curtains rise on
Vision Expo East 2024, the excitement is palpable, and the anticipation is electric. This year's event, co-hosted by
The Vision Council and
RX, promises to be a celebration of nearly four decades of eyewear and eyecare excellence in the heart of New York City. From March 14 to 17, the iconic Javits Center transforms into a bustling hub of industry activity, spanning an expansive 150,000 square feet of exhibit space.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:30 AM
PADUA, Italy—The board of directors of
Safilo Group S.p.A. (SFLG.MI) has approved the company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, and examined the separate financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, which will be submitted for approval by the shareholders at the annual general meeting to be held in a single call on April 24, 2024. Safilo closed 2023 with net sales of €1,024.7 million, down 2.3 percent at constant exchange rates and 4.8 percent at current exchange rates compared to €1,076.7 million recorded in 2022.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:27 AM
NEW YORK—Premium sunglass company
Revo has opened its first U.S. brick-and-mortar retail store this month in Manhattan’s fashionable SoHo neighborhood. The retail showroom is located at 436 West Broadway, one of the city's well-known shopping areas. The recently completed store introduces an exclusive and engaging shopping experience to both loyal Revo enthusiasts and those discovering the iconic brand for the first time. Once inside, visitors can explore a series of attractive displays showcasing the complete spectrum of Revo's offerings, all of which feature the brand’s signature
NASA-based lens technology.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:24 AM
DALLAS—
Neurolens, based here, has announced a strategic leadership restructure. The new structure combines seasoned leadership with strategic hires. In December, company co-founder Davis Corley returned as CEO. Davis led the company from early-stage development to full commercialization. “As co-founder of Neurolens, I was able to guide the direction of our organization, working with an incredible leadership team to bring real change to our industry,” Davis said in a statement that was released by Neurolens.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:21 AM
MIAMI, Fla.—
Avulux, the innovator behind Avulux Migraine and Light Sensitivity lenses, has announced the appointment of Derek Johnson as national sales manager. Johnson, who brings nearly a decade of experience to his role, is responsible for working with optometry clinics, helping them to add Avulux lenses to their practice and support patients experiencing migraine and light sensitivity. According to the company, Avulux Migraine and Light Sensitivity Lenses are the only lens clinically proven to block the harmful light wavelengths that trigger and worsen migraine attacks.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:18 AM
DALLAS and LOS ANGELES—
TEC, The Eye Consortium, an alliance group of independent eyecare practitioners and industry leading suppliers and vendors, has announced the addition of Frank Pigneri, ABO-AC, in the role of vice president of operations. Pigneri boasts a more than 25-year history in eyecare, optics, practice management, supply chain, data analytics and professional education for independent practitioners. He has previously worked with Essilor, EssilorLuxottica and Hoya Vision Care at various levels in those organizations.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:15 AM
NEWTONVILLE, Mass.—
GoodVision USA, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the gift of good vision to underserved communities worldwide, has announced the appointment of Cira Collins to its board of directors. Collins joins Dibby Bartlett, Blair Wong, Kathy Smith, Karsten Wolf and Sally Hunt on the GoodVision U.S. board of directors. In 2022, Collins achieved the prestigious ABOM designation, master in ophthalmic optics, from the
American Board of Opticianry. This designation is bestowed upon a select group of individuals in recognition of their expertise in ophthalmic optics, commitment to continuous learning, and dedication to sharing their knowledge with opticians globally. Collins is also a certified continuing education speaker accredited by the ABO, delivering presentations at both state and national levels.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:33 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Starting tomorrow, thousands of ophthalmic professionals, buyers, influencers and technology gurus will gather at the Javits Center for
Vision Expo East in New York City, setting the tone and agenda for what’s next in optical design, ocular health and innovation. Continuing education will take place from March 14–17 and the Show will run from March 15–17. With only days left to go before the Show begins, there is still time to
register for Vision Expo East.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:30 AM
RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—
VSP Vision has announced the extension and expansion of the
Student Loan Repayment Program, including an additional $4 million investment to help optometry students, recent grads and doctors burdened with student debt.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:27 AM
SCHWENKSVILLES, Pa.—
Chadwick Optical has announced the acquisition of
Aire-O-Lite Optical, a manufacturer of small-batch cast ophthalmic lenses. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:24 AM
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.—
Advancing Eyecare, a leading ophthalmic instrumentation company, has announced the formation of its new executive leadership team, primed to steer the company to new levels of success, the company said in an announcement.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:21 AM
SAN RAMON, Calif.—
The Wavefront Congress, a convergence of global experts and thought leaders in optical sciences and wavefront technologies for eyecare, has recognized Arthur Bradley, PhD, research fellow at
CooperVision, as a 2024 Luminary for his outstanding contributions to the optometry field for more than four decades. The honor was awarded to him during the Congress, which drew more than 100 optical scientists, clinicians, surgeons and corporate scientists from around the world to Houston, Texas.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:18 AM
NEW YORK—
Sandbox Stories, a podcast from industry veteran Dr. Scott Jens, has published its latest episode featuring GPN's Ed Buffington, who is receiving the Prevent Blindness “2024 Person of Vision” Award tomorrow in New York. In this episode, Buffington reflects on his 45-year career in the eyecare industry while also sharing some very personal stories about his upbringing and family. Check the YouTube video out
here.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 12:15 AM
NEW YORK—There will be no
VMAIL on Thursday, March 14. Look for
VMAIL to resume its daily schedule from Vision Expo East in New York City on March 15, 16 and 17. There will be no
VMAIL on Monday, March 18. Look for
VMAIL on Tuesday, March 19 when the newsletter resumes its normal schedule. To catch up on all the week’s news from Vision Expo East, go to the Latest News category on
VisionMonday.com.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 12:30 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Vision Council, a trade association dedicated to supporting the optical industry, released Focused inSights 2024: Online vs. In-Person Purchase Patterns, offering a comprehensive examination of consumer shopping habits for eyeglasses, contact lenses, sunglasses and readers. The report detailed both online and in-person buying trends, providing valuable insights for a variety of optical businesses. A summary, along with the full research report, is available in The Vision Council’s
Research Download Center as a complimentary download for members of The Vision Council, with a paid option for non-members.