Mido Showcases the Latest in Global Eyewear Trends and Innovation

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Friday, February 7, 2025 12:27 AM MILAN, Italy—The eyewear industry lands in Italy this weekend for for the start of Mido. The international eyewear show, held from February 8 to 10 at the Fiera Milano Rho, will feature more than 1,200 exhibitors from around the world. Tailored to all industry niches including buyers, opticians, entrepreneurs, journalists and the full spectrum of trade professionals, the event is an elite stage for global eyewear that propels the entire production supply chain into the spotlight, according to an announcement from show organizers.

Vision Expo East to Debut New Experiences and Events in Orlando

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Thursday, January 9, 2025 12:30 AM NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo East show organizers, The Vision Council and RX Global, have announced a redesigned show floor and enhanced programming for its inaugural Orlando debut. Taking place February 19-22, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., the event will bring together more than 300 of the industry’s most influential eyecare and eyewear brands showcasing cutting-edge products and services in a new show floor layout, along with extensive and accredited continuing education that will deliver more than 270 hours of educational programming beginning February 19.

Review of Myopia Management Hosts THE Myopia Meeting in Markham/Greater Toronto Area

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Thursday, January 2, 2025 12:18 AM MARKHAM, Ontario, Canada—On Sunday, December 8, leaders in the eyecare field gathered here for THE Myopia Meeting. The event featured four hours of COPE-approved continuing education courses interspersed with clinical reviews from some of the most influential companies and practitioners in the myopia management space.

Vision Expo East to Offer New Education Programming in 2025

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Thursday, December 19, 2024 12:24 AM NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo East 2025 will be featuring new conference programming at next year's event with over 270 hours of accredited and non-accredited education tailored to the needs of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and allied professionals, according to an announcement from show organizers, The Vision Council and RX Global. The show will take place February 19-22 at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Fla. OptiCon@Vision Expo, created in collaboration with the United Opticians Association (UOA) and The Vision Council, will provide targeted education, hands-on workshops and opportunities to connect with peers, according to the announcement.

Mido Debuts Enhanced Digital Tools for 2025 Show

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Wednesday, December 18, 2024 12:18 AM MILAN, Italy—Mido show organizers have announced enhanced digital tools ahead of the 2025 edition in February. With a focus on accessibility, interactivity and innovation, these enhanced digital tools include an updated Mido app, the Mido portal and social media.

Mido Announces Changes and Developments to Exhibition Layout

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Monday, December 16, 2024 12:18 AM MILAN, Italy—Ahead of the 2025 edition of Mido, show organizers are sharing changes and updates to the show’s exhibition layouts, which they say will provide visitors with an even more engaging experience. Mido organizers also announced that the show’s Otticlub is being renamed and reimagined for 2025; now called The Vision Stage, the location, as reported in VMAIL, will feature Mido workshops, seminars, conferences, events and roundtables.

Some of Optical’s Biggest Players to Showcase Latest Eyecare and Eyewear Products at Vision Expo East 2025

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Thursday, December 12, 2024 12:27 AM NORWALK, Conn.—More than 300 of the industry’s most influential eyecare and eyewear brands will showcase industry-leading vision products and services at the upcoming edition of Vision Expo East, set to take place in Orlando on February 19–22, 2025, according to an announcement from show organizers, The Vision Council and RX Global. An integral part of the upgraded show floor experience debuting at the Orange County Convention Center will feature a roster of industry brands including Kering Eyewear, DITA, Krewe, Anna-Karin Karlsson, Mykita, Tom Davies and Silhouette.

Mido Debuts The Vision Stage, Renamed and Reimagined Otticlub Area

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Thursday, December 12, 2024 12:18 AM MILAN, Italy—Mido show organizers have announced the debut of The Vision Stage, the new name of the area formerly called the Otticlub. The Vision Stage will feature Mido workshops, seminars, conferences, events and roundtables.

EYECON, a New Luxury Eyewear Experience, to Debut in New York During March's Eyewear Design Week 2025

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Wednesday, December 11, 2024 12:21 AM NEW YORK—EYECON, an exclusive three-day B2B luxury eyewear experience, will debut in New York City March 14 through 16, 2025, according to an annoucement from the event's founder, Tarrence Lackran.

DaTE Trade Show Announces Cocoricò Pyramid in Riccione, Italy, as September 2025 Location

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024 12:21 AM MILAN—Italian trade show DaTE has announced that the Cocoricò pyramid in Riccione, Italy, will host its September 13 through 15, 2025, event.

Luxury Eyewear Trade Show Eyeball Palm Springs to Debut in January 2025 With Over 80 Exhibitors, Series of CE Courses

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Monday, December 2, 2024 12:18 AM PALM SPRINGS, Calif.—Eyeball Palm Springs, a new annual luxury eyewear trade show, will have its debut event in Palm Springs, Calif., on January 25, 2025 at the Ace Hotel, according to an announcement from show organizers.

Nominations Are Open for 2024 Transitions Innovation Awards

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024 12:24 AM PINELLAS PARK, Fla.—Transitions Optical has announced that nominations are now open for the 2024 Transitions Innovation Awards Program. The event recognizes and celebrates partners and individual optical industry professionals from Canada and the U.S. who have shown the highest level of commitment to innovating their business over the past year, the company said in a release. The awards will be presented at Transitions Academy 2025 to be held from February 2 to 5, 2025 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, Fla.

Registration Opens for Vision Expo East 2025 in Orlando

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Monday, November 25, 2024 12:24 AM NORWALK, Conn.—Registration is now open for attendees and exhibitors for Vision Expo East 2025, the trade-only conference and exhibition for eyecare and eyewear professionals, organizers RX and The Vision Council have announced. The event will take place from February 19–22, 2025, at its new home in the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., debuting what organizers say is a fresh brand identity that emphasizes innovation, fashion and community. Offering a balance of educational programming and exhibitions, the event offers attendees access to more than 270 hours of accredited continuing education, and 300+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge eyewear, frames, technology, lenses, practice management solutions and more.

Submissions Open for NOW Trend Showcase and Awards at Vision Expo East; Record Submissions Already Received

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Friday, November 22, 2024 12:21 AM NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo East has opened submissions for the NOW Trend Showcase and Awards at Vision Expo East 2025, taking place in Orlando, Fla. This edition of NOW features four new themes that aim to showcase the latest in design, innovation and sustainability. Show organizers said a record number of products have been submitted to date; submissions are free and due by December 15, 2024, for Vision Expo East exhibiting eyewear brands. Shipment of product samples must be received no later than January 10, 2025, to be considered.

Vision Expo to Rebrand With New Look, Reimagined Focus on the Future

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Friday, November 1, 2024 12:18 AM NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo, organized by co-owners RX and The Vision Council have announced the upcoming launch of its new brand identity, which will officially debut in mid-November, accompanied by a comprehensive resource guide with new brand assets and details to update all relevant marketing materials.