BUSINESS: International News http://www.visionmonday.com/rss/business/international-news/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:38:34 -0400 Andrea D’Arrigo Is the New Global Sales Director of Movitra http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/andrea-darrigo-is-the-new-global-sales-director-of-movitra/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:00:54 -0400 Movitra has announced the appointment of Andrea D’Arrigo as global sales director. The appointment represents an important step for the Milan-based eyewear company in the expansion of the brand. D’Arrigo, who is based in Florida, U.S., has been one of the most successful players in the independent luxury eyewear segment. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/andrea-darrigo-is-the-new-global-sales-director-of-movitra/ The Art of the Frame: Unveiling GIGI Studios’ Fashion‑Forward Vision http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/the-art-of-the-frame-unveiling-gigi-studios-fashionforward-vision/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:05:00 -0400 Originally a family-run business, GIGI Studios has successfully translated decades of experience and craftsmanship into contemporary eyewear designs. The brand stands as a tribute to the art of fashion, fostering a blend of sophistication and innovation in each piece it crafts. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/the-art-of-the-frame-unveiling-gigi-studios-fashionforward-vision/ CFDA Eyewear Designers Launch 2024 Pride Collection http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/cfda-eyewear-designers-launch-2024-pride-collection/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:02:48 -0400 In honor of Pride Month in June, seven CFDA eyewear brands are uniting to launch the third annual edCFDA Pride Eyewear Initiative. The designers will each offer a limited edition sunglass design, with a portion of proceeds collectively benefiting Bring Change to Mind. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/cfda-eyewear-designers-launch-2024-pride-collection/ EssilorLuxottica and WCO Partner to Establish Global Standard of Care for Presbyopia and the Aging Eye http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/essilorluxottica-and-wco-partner-to-establish-global-standard-of-care-for-presbyopia-and-the-aging-eye/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:05:13 -0400 EssilorLuxottica and the World Council of Optometry (WCO) announced a global partnership to raise the awareness and understanding of presbyopia and the aging eye, with the aim to establish standards of care for eyecare professionals to follow when managing the condition. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/essilorluxottica-and-wco-partner-to-establish-global-standard-of-care-for-presbyopia-and-the-aging-eye/ Marcolin Chooses Manhattan for its Showroom http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/marcolin-chooses-manhattan-for-its-showroom/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:15:13 -0400 Marcolin officially opened its new showroom in New York with an exclusive opening ceremony on Thursday, March 14. Located on the 19th floor in 270 Madison Avenue, in the heart of Manhattan, the new showroom, designed by Milan-based design studio Navone Associati, includes offices and a large space dedicated to Marcolin’s brands. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/marcolin-chooses-manhattan-for-its-showroom/ CooperVision Enhances North American Academic Programs to Support Education and Training of Future Eyecare Professionals http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/coopervision-enhances-north-american-academic-programs-to-support-education-and-training-of-future-eyecare-professionals/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:51:22 -0400 Building upon the success of its array of academic programs, CooperVision has introduced several enhancements to provide additional educational opportunities to U.S. and Canadian optometry students and residents. These include the integration of specialty contact lens initiatives, the rebranding of its student-focused philanthropic program, and a new in-person educational summit for members of the CooperVision Student Leadership Societies. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/coopervision-enhances-north-american-academic-programs-to-support-education-and-training-of-future-eyecare-professionals/ Bold Optical Fair Moves to New Venue: The Brabanthallen http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/bold-optical-fair-moves-to-new-venue-the-brabanthallen/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:30:48 -0400 The organizers of Bold Optical Fair have announced that its next edition on September 8 and 9, 2024, will take place in a new larger venue: the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch. With this move, BOLD XXL not only increases the space for exhibitors, but also offers numerous advantages for visitors, they said. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/bold-optical-fair-moves-to-new-venue-the-brabanthallen/ Marcolin Gets the Gender Equality Certification http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/marcolin-gets-the-gender-equality-certification/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:18:44 -0400 Marcolin has obtained the gender equality certification issued by the certification bodies accredited with Accredia (pursuant to EC Regulation 765/2008), which operate based on the UNI/PdR 125:2022 guidelines. This acknowledgment endorses the company's ongoing commitment to promoting an inclusive and fair company culture. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/marcolin-gets-the-gender-equality-certification/ CooperVision Science at NCC ‘24 Spotlights Contact Lens Journey Factors for New Patients http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/coopervision-science-at-ncc-24-spotlights-contact-lens-journey-factors-for-new-patients/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:46:14 -0400 The 2024 Netherlands Contact Lens Congress (NCC) theme was “Future Generation,” complementing CooperVision’s dynamic scientific program at the event. CooperVision and its research partners presented multiple papers that seek to advance the eyecare category, with high clinical relevance for eyecare professionals worldwide. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/coopervision-science-at-ncc-24-spotlights-contact-lens-journey-factors-for-new-patients/ Missoni Confirms Safilo Until the End of 2029 http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/missoni-confirms-safilo-until-the-end-of-2029/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 15:48:24 -0400 Safilo Group and Missoni have renewed their global licensing agreement for Missoni brand eyewear until the end of 2029. Since the start of the relationship in 2020, Missoni has represented a significant brand in Safilo’s women’s luxury fashion portfolio. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/international-news/article/missoni-confirms-safilo-until-the-end-of-2029/