PEOPLE: Optical Community http://www.visionmonday.com/rss/people/optical-community/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:23:56 -0400 Thousands Will Gather at Javits Center for Last Vision Expo East in NYC http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/thousands-will-gather-at-javits-center-for-last-vision-expo-east-in-nyc/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:33:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Starting tomorrow, thousands of ophthalmic professionals, buyers, influencers and technology gurus will gather at the Javits Center for <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/en-us.html" target="_blank">Vision Expo East</a> 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 <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/en-us/seminars/education-pricing.html?campaigncode=PPC1" target="_blank">register</a> for Vision Expo East. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/thousands-will-gather-at-javits-center-for-last-vision-expo-east-in-nyc/ The Vision Council Announces Expanded Membership Structure http://www.visionmonday.com/business/article/the-vision-council-announces-expanded-membership-structure/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:18:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—<a href="https://thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> has announced that it is expanding its membership structure. The move, made to reflect the evolving optical industry and further the success of its more than 500 member organizations, will extend The Vision Council’s membership base to include health care, technology, and contact lens companies. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/article/the-vision-council-announces-expanded-membership-structure/ Vision Expo East 2024 Announces Special Events Lineup http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-announces-special-events-lineup/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:27:00 -0400 NEW YORK—<a href="http://www.thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> and <a href="https://www.rxglobal.com/" target="_blank">RX</a>, co-organizers of <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/" target="_blank">Vision Expo East</a>, have announced new details on special events planned throughout the four-day Expo, scheduled for March 14 through 17 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. The Expo is marking its final show in the Big Apple before heading to Orlando, Fla., in 2025, and will be paying homage to its history in New York. “Vision Expo East 2024 is shaping up to be a most memorable event as we look forward to bringing people together from all across the industry, country and globe to celebrate nearly four decades of success in New York City, before kicking off our next chapter,” said Fran Pennella, vice president, Vision Expo at RX. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-announces-special-events-lineup/ 20/20 Magazine Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With an Installation at Vision Expo East http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/20-20-magazine-celebrates-its-50th-anniversary-with-an-installation-at-vision-expo-east/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:27:00 -0400 NEW YORK—<a href="https://www.2020mag.com/" target="_blank"><em>20/20 Magazine</em></a>, sister publication to <em>Vision Monday </em>and a leading resource in the optical industry, announces a special installation at the upcoming <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/en-us/Plan/show-info.html" target="_blank">Vision Expo East</a>, to celebrate its 50th anniversary. This milestone event will feature a walk through history, with a life-sized timeline that showcases <em>20/20’s </em>journey over the past five decades as well as key industry milestones. Attendees are invited to immerse themselves in this brand experience, designed by Nico Roseillier, founder, designer and creative strategist, UN-TI-TLED Creative Agency, enjoying the publication’s vast history while looking back at eyewear styles, fashion and technology of the past. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/20-20-magazine-celebrates-its-50th-anniversary-with-an-installation-at-vision-expo-east/ Vision Expo East 2024 Unveils New Main Stage Special Events http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-unveils-new-main-stage-special-events/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:18:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—<a href="http://www.thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> and <a href="https://www.rxglobal.com/" target="_blank">RX</a>, co-organizers of Vision Expo, have shared the lineup of events scheduled to take place at The Bridge, Vision Expo East’s main stage destination. To register for Vision Expo East, click <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/en-us/seminars/education-pricing.html?utm_campaign=direct_traffic&utm_medium=direct&utm_source=none" target="_blank">here</a>. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-unveils-new-main-stage-special-events/ Dynamic and Comprehensive VisionEd Conference Program Announced for Vision Expo East 2024 http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/dynamic-and-comprehensive-visioned-conference-program-announced-for-vision-expo-east-2024/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:27:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—<a href="https://thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> and <a href="https://www.rxglobal.com/" target="_blank">RX</a>, co-organizers of Vision Expo, are gearing up to bring compelling, accredited continuing education offerings to the industry at <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/en-us.html" target="_blank">Vision Expo East 2024</a>. The comprehensive VisionEd optometry and opticianry program will kick off on Thursday, March 14, one day prior to the celebratory exhibit hall opening on Friday, March 15 and will run through Sunday, March 17. “The VisionEd program at Vision Expo East 2024 is a testament to our commitment to advancing the eyecare industry through a strong education program that has been created by industry, for industry,” said Fran Pennella, vice president, Vision Expo at RX. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/dynamic-and-comprehensive-visioned-conference-program-announced-for-vision-expo-east-2024/ Vision Expo East 2024 to Welcome Back the Italian Trade Commission and 18 Coveted Designers http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-to-welcome-back-the-italian-trade-commission-and-18-coveted-designers/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:18:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—<a href="http://thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> and <a href="https://www.rxglobal.com/" target="_blank">RX</a>, co-owners of Vision Expo, announced the return of the Italian Trade Commission to Vision Expo East 2024, taking place from March 14-17 at the Javits Center in New York City. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-to-welcome-back-the-italian-trade-commission-and-18-coveted-designers/ The Atelier at Vision Expo East Sells Out With Over 75 Independent, Sought-After Designers http://www.visionmonday.com/eyecare/optometry/article/the-atelier-at-vision-expo-east-sells-out-with-over-75-independent-soughtafter-designers/ Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:18:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—The Atelier at Vision Expo East 2024, a large collection of sought-after international independent designers and home to a diverse community of the industry’s leading design-led brands, will be making an enhanced, expanded and sold-out return to Vision Expo East 2024. http://www.visionmonday.com/eyecare/optometry/article/the-atelier-at-vision-expo-east-sells-out-with-over-75-independent-soughtafter-designers/ Mido Sees 11 Percent Rise in Attendees, Welcoming Over 40,000 From 160 Countries http://www.visionmonday.com/business/article/mido-sees-11-percent-rise-in-attendees-welcoming-over-40000-from-160-countries/ Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:21:00 -0400 MILAN—The 2024 edition of <a href="https://www.mido.com/en/" target="_blank">Mido</a> concluded on February 5 with a total attendance of over 40,000 attendees during the three-day show, an 11 percent gain over last year. Mido reports that this upswing was equally distributed among Italian and international participants from 160 countries across Asia and Europe, as well as the U.S. Mido president Giovanni Vitaloni said, “Prior to the show opening, we had hoped for an increase in visitors compared to last year. Thanks to everyone’s efforts and the industry’s trust in us each year, we achieved the ambitious goal we had set for ourselves. http://www.visionmonday.com/business/article/mido-sees-11-percent-rise-in-attendees-welcoming-over-40000-from-160-countries/ Vision Expo East 2024 to Unveil Eyewear and Eyecare Trends, Fashion Forward Showcases and Cutting-Edge Education at Conclusive and Celebratory NYC Show http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-to-unveil-eyewear-and-eyecare-trends-fashion-forward-showcases-and-cuttingedge-education-at-conclusive-and-celebratory-nyc-show/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:21:00 -0400 ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Vision Expo East 2024, co-hosted by <a href="https://thevisioncouncil.org/" target="_blank">The Vision Council</a> and <a href="https://rxglobal.com/" target="_blank">RX</a>, is on track to be a landmark event for the eyecare and eyewear industry worldwide, with over 450 eyewear and eyecare companies gearing up to display their latest products and technologies across an expansive 150,000 square feet of exhibit space for one final show in New York City before heading to the sunshine state, according to an announcement from show organizers. Taking place from March 14 to 17 at the Javits Center, <a href="https://east.visionexpo.com/" target="_blank">Vision Expo East 2024</a> holds particular significance as it will pay homage to its rich history in New York City before making its anticipated relocation to Orlando, Florida in 2025. http://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/meetings/article/vision-expo-east-2024-to-unveil-eyewear-and-eyecare-trends-fashion-forward-showcases-and-cuttingedge-education-at-conclusive-and-celebratory-nyc-show/