Thursday, December 14, 2023
Dec. 14, 2023 — The New England College of Optometry (NECO) hosted its inaugural Vision Health Equity Summit to highlight the importance of vision health, how vision loss creates disabilities that result in further societal inequities, and ways toward a more equitable future.
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Dec. 14, 2023 — CooperVision has announced an initiative to address disparities in myopia management among under-resourced children in the U.S. that involves collaboration with optometry schools.
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Dec. 14, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has announced the publication of the Spectral Bands Task Force Technical Report by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) Z80—a documentation of the ASC Z80 Spectral Bands Task Force’s discussion regarding the standardization of terminology/nomenclature for the 280-550 nanometers (nm) spectrum of radiation.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Dec. 13, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has published its latest research report, Focused inSights 2023: Parental Perspectives on Myopia, to highlight awareness and experiences with childhood myopia among parents.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Dec. 13, 2023 — The National Health Council (NHC) has elected officers and members for its 2024 board of directors at its annual membership meeting, which took place on Dec. 12.
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Dec. 13, 2023 — The 2024 edition of Opti, the international optical show set to take place Jan. 12-14, 2024, in Munich, will feature a Lens in Focus area, a photography exhibit designed to raise awareness of contact lenses.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Dec. 7, 2023 — InfantSEE has announced a collaboration with the American Optometric Association (AOA) in an upcoming campaign focused on pediatric eye health, designed to remedy issues resulting from the pandemic, such as more screen time and less access to community resources found in traditional school environments.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Dec. 7, 2023 — CooperVision has announced its manufacturing facility in Juana Días, Puerto Rico, has been elevated to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification after earning LEED Silver certification in 2020.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Dec. 7, 2023 — Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) recently kicked off its holiday campaign, ’Tis the Season to Give the Gift of Sight, to raise funds to support the organization’s mission of expanding optometry worldwide.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Dec. 7, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC)’s government and regulatory affairs team has released a statement regarding recent updates to regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) reporting by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Dec. 7, 2023 — The SUNY College of Optometry and its foundation, the Optometric Center of New York (OCNY), recently recognized more than 50 students during the college’s annual scholarship presentation program.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Dec. 6, 2023 — The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) has announced the recipients of its 2023 Leadership Scholarship Awards, valued at up to $2,000 each.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) recently hosted eyewear shows in Seattle and Chicago to highlight the creativity and innovation in the independent eyewear retail segment with a focus on Italian craftsmanship and design.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has published its latest report, Provider inSights Q3 2023, to reveal sentiments from eyecare professionals regarding the daily operations of their practices, the eyecare industry, and the American economy.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — According to the annual survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics, 200.4 million consumers shopped from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, surpassing last year’s record of 196.7 million and NRF’s initial prediction of 182 million.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — Marcolin recently held an exclusive opening ceremony for its new showroom in Paris, located on second floor of a historic building located on the Rue de Richelieu.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — The National Association of Optical Goods Manufacturers (ANFAO) has elected its first woman president, Lorraine Berton, who will lead the association for the next four years. Formerly ANFAO vice president in charge of industrial relations, Berton succeeds Giovanni Vitaloni, who served as president since 2017.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — North American Coating Laboratories (NACL) has announced the phasing out of its Rx prescription ophthalmic coating department. NACL will cease processing Rx work for its customers on Jan. 1, 2024.
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Nov. 29, 2023 — Myopia Profile has introduced a new tool developed with input from clinicians and industry advisers. The Managing Myopia Guidelines Infographic simplifies myopia management processes and practices to empower eyecare professionals when prescribing and communicating ongoing care for young patients.
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Nov. 21, 2023 — Marcolin has announced a new session of its Leadership Academy, which launched in 2021 to converge individual and corporate goals.
Monday, November 20, 2023
Nov. 20, 2023 — The World Council of Optometry (WCO) has announced the launch of the WCO Pediatric Resource, a resource that includes clinical information and assessment tools designed to assist optometrists in delivering accessible, quality eye care to children across the globe.
Monday, November 20, 2023
Nov. 20, 2023 — The North East Optical Show will host its next one-day showcase on Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Brighton, MA.
Friday, November 17, 2023
Nov. 17, 2023 — The organizers of Vision Expo, The Vision Council and Rx, have opened registration for Vision Expo East, set to take place March 14-17, 2024, at the Javits Center in New York City.
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Nov. 16, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC)’s government and regulatory affairs team has announced the dates for its upcoming Hill Day event, an opportunity to engage with Congressional offices on behalf of vision and eye health.
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Nov. 16, 2023 — The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has published summaries of the Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society (TFOS) Lifestyle Reports that were released earlier this year.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Nov. 15, 2023 — The 31st HKTDC Hong Kong International Optical Fair, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association, was held Nov. 8-10.
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Nov. 15, 2023 — The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued a statement regarding the U.S. Census Bureau’s release of October 2023 sales data. According to NRF chief economist Jack Kleinhenz, October’s retail sales continue a long streak of year-over-year gains even though the rate of growth is slowing.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — Thélios, the eyewear division of LVMH, has announced its acquisition of Barton Perreira, a luxury eyewear company founded by Bill Barton and Patty Perreira in 2007.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — Now through Nov. 30, the Contact Lens Institute (CLI) is accepting nominations for the inaugural CLI Culture Awards to honor eyecare professionals who foster a positive contact lens culture as described in CLI’s “The Culture Calculation: Data-Backed Behaviors for Contact Lens Success” report.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — Marcolin has announced its acquisition of ic! berlin, an independent eyewear manufacturer established in Berlin in 1996.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects holiday spending to reach record levels in November and December, with a 3% to 4%, or $957.3 billion to $966.6 billion, growth over 2022.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Nov. 9, 2023 — The New England College of Optometry (NECO) Center for Eye Care has unveiled an interactive kinesthetic experience to teach audiences both about the eye and the many ways in which individuals gather information.
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Sept. 7, 2023 — Safilo has released the latest update regarding the evaluation of a possible transfer of its plant in Longarone, Italy.
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Nov. 8, 2023 — The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) has announced the winners of the eighth annual World Sight Day 2023 photo competition, selected by an independent panel of six judges from around the world.
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Nov. 2, 2023 — The American Optometric Association has issued an alert regarding 26 eye drops that were recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to risk of eye infection, which could potentially lead to vision loss.
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Nov. 2, 2023 — Eyecare Business magazine, published by PentaVision Powered by BroadcastMed, has revealed its 2023 #EBGameChanger awardees, honoring eyecare professionals who have demonstrated a pronounced and positive impact on the optical and vision care industry.
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Nov. 2, 2023 — Eyecare Business magazine, published by PentaVision Powered by BroadcastMed, has been named the winner of two 2023 Folio: Eddie and Ozzie Awards.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Oct. 31, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared November as Diabetes-Related Eye Disease Month to educate the public and assist eyecare professionals when discussing the condition with patients.
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Oct. 31, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has revealed opinions and habits of U.S. consumers regarding vision correction, managed vision care, eye exams, prescription eyewear, reading glasses, and plano sunglasses in its latest report, Consumer inSights Q3 2023.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — Registration is now open for The Vision Council (TVC)’s 2024 Executive Summit, set to take place Jan. 22-24, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples, FL.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — Costa Sunglasses has announced a new project to benefit the striped marlin fishery in Magdalena Bay, Mexico. In collaboration with the locals of San Carlos, Mexico, The Billfish Foundation, and the International Game Fish Association, Costa’s Marlin Fly Project is the first recorded billfish research mission using only fly tackle, according to the company.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — Lighthouse Guild has announced the recipients of its 2023 awards for significant accomplishments in vision science, technological innovation, and advocacy for people with vision impairment.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — Transitions has set the dates for Transitions Academy 2024, set to take place Feb. 11-14 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, FL.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — Loft Eyewear Shows has announced its commitment to remain in New York City through 2024 and beyond.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Oct. 26, 2023 — The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) concluded its first-ever retreat, OWA Unplugged, which was held Oct. 20-22 in San Diego, CA, at the Paradise Point Resort. Sponsored by ClearVision Optical, the event hosted 40 OWA members to offer an opportunity to unplug and recharge.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Oct. 24, 2023 — The 31st edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will take place Nov. 8-10, 2023, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, highlighting a range of optical products including eyewear, accessories, frames, lenses, diagnostic instruments, optometric instruments, and more from an array of global brands and companies.
Friday, October 20, 2023
Oct. 20, 2023 — LensCrafters has launched its first virtual experience, LensCrafters Eye Odyssey, on Roblox, an immersive communication platform that hosts millions of users worldwide.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Oct. 19, 2023 — In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Blenders Eyewear has announced its continued partnership with Keep A Breast to launch three new products, with all proceeds donated to the Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to breast cancer awareness and prevention.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Oct. 19, 2023 — The organizers of Vision Expo, The Vision Council (TVC) and Rx, have announced a new location for Vision Expo East 2025. After a final event in New York City, set to take place in the Javits Center March 14-17, 2024, Vision Expo East will be moving to the Orange County Convention Center from Feb. 19-22, 2025, in Orlando, FL.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Oct. 19, 2023 — Fittingbox has announced its acquisition of Ditto Technologies Inc., a virtual eyewear try-on technology provider.
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Oct. 19, 2023 — The organizers of Vision Expo West, The Vision Council and Rx, have announced the winners of the inaugural EYEnovate event, which took place at Vision Expo West 2023.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Oct. 18, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has announced the completion and approval of the Lens Product Description Standard Version 1.00, an eventual replacement for the Lens Description Standard v2.2.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023 — The National Organization on Disability (NOD) has recognized VSP Vision with the NOD Leading Disability Employer Seal for its demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by offering employment and advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023 — BostonSight recently concluded its fifth annual FitAcademy Retreat for Residents at the New England College of Optometry, a free event designed for emerging clinicians and contact lens residencies, fellowships at schools and colleges of optometry, and accredited fellowship sites in the U.S. and Canada.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023 — According to a recent survey from the National Retail Federation (NRF), only 21% of consumers believe that credit card companies are honest and trustworthy when advocating before Congress regarding the fees they charge retailers to accept their cards.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023 — Registration is open for The Connection 2024, taking place Feb. 15-18 at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Austin, TX.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Oct. 11, 2023 — To mark this year’s World Sight Day, the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, supported by the World Health Organization and the U.N. Friends of Vision Group, organized a photo exhibition to display in the corridors of the U.N. through Oct. 20.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Oct. 11, 2023 — The Contact Lens Institute, in collaboration with The Vision Council, has published the latest in-depth guide in its See Tomorrow research series, “The Culture Calculation: Data-Backed Behaviors for Contact Lens Success,” designed to assist eyecare practices in developing and maintaining a positive contact lens culture to benefit patient satisfaction and business outcomes.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Oct. 11, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared October as Contact Lens Safety Month to provide eyecare professionals resources to help educate the public on proper use of contact lenses and ways to avoid serious vision issues.
Monday, October 9, 2023
Oct. 9, 2023 — The American Academy of Optometry (AAO) 2023 Annual Meeting is about to kick off in New Orleans, taking place Oct. 11-14 at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Oct. 5, 2023 — The Contact Lens Institute (CLI) and The Vision Council (TVC) presented a preview of new research from CLI’s See Tomorrow initiative during Vision Expo West, revealing that creating and maintaining a positive contact lens culture within eyecare practices requires a multifactorial approach.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Oct. 4, 2023 — To raise awareness and inspire conversation about the importance of eye health, Johnson & Johnson Vision has launched Vision Made Possible.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Oct. 4, 2023 — The first comprehensive book on optometry history in more than 50 years, according to the Indiana University School of Optometry, has been published, titled “From Spectacle Making Trade to Scholarly Profession: A History of Optometry in the United States.”
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Oct. 4, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has announced the recipient of the 2024 Person of Vision Award, Ed Buffington, president and CEO of GPN Technologies.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Oct. 4, 2023 — Mido, the international eyewear show set to take place Feb. 3-5, 2024, at Fiera Milano in Italy, is now accepting applications for the second edition of its Certified Sustainable Eyewear (CSE) Award, which assesses sustainability in the eyewear industry at an international level.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Oct. 3, 2023 — Silmo has announced the winners of the 2023 Silmo d’Or Awards during the 30th edition of the optical trade show, which took place Sept. 29-Oct. 3 at the Paris Nord Villepinte in Paris, France.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Sept. 26, 2023 — Prevent Blindness is teaming up with the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) to raise awareness about vision and eye health issues while promoting access to eye care as part of World Sight Day on Oct. 12.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Sept. 26, 2023 — Gibaplast, a specialty compounder specializing in cellulose ester processing, has announced it will offer Eastman Tenite Renew, a more sustainable version of Tenite cellulose acetate propionate (CAP), a popular material choice within the eyewear industry.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Sept. 26, 2023 — The National Advertising Division (NAD) of BBB National Programs has issued a statement recommending MacuHealth LP modify or discontinue certain claims regarding its MacuHealth, MacuHealth Plus+, Vitreous Health, Vision Edge Pro, and TG Omega-3 dietary supplement products.
Monday, September 25, 2023
Sept. 20, 2023 — Transitions Optical has released findings from its 2023 Workplace Wellness Survey, revealing insights into employee sentiments about their overall wellness, specifically eye and vision health, and their health care benefits.
Monday, September 25, 2023
Sept. 25, 2023 — The Vision Council has recently released three reports in its Focused inSights 2023 series regarding vision equipment use and purchasing, telehealth, and smart eyewear.
Monday, September 25, 2023
Sept. 25, 2023 — Ahead of the annular solar eclipse taking place Oct. 14, the American Optometric Association (AOA) is sharing eye safety information to educate the public in addition to materials for member doctors to further amplify the message.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Sept. 21, 2023 — Transitions Optical is hosting a Transitions Certified Live event at Vision Expo West, offering eyecare professionals the opportunity to earn their Transitions Specialist certification on Saturday, Sept. 30, at 11 a.m. during Vision Expo West.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Sept. 20, 2023 — Lyndon Jones, BSc, Ph.D., FAAO, director of the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE), will headline the Global Contact Lens Forum taking place Wednesday, Sept. 27, at Vision Expo West at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Sept. 19, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail sales rose in August despite continued inflation and high interest rates, potentially driven by the back-to-school season.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Sept. 20, 2023 — CooperVision has announced the ninth annual Best Practices initiative, an opportunity to highlight eyecare practices across the country that have shown dedication to advancing the profession through innovation, leadership, and exceptional patient care.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Sept. 18, 2023 — Silmo has announced nominations for the 2023 Silmo d’Or Awards. Winners will be announced during the 30th edition of the optical trade show, set to take place Sept. 29-Oct. 3 at the Paris Nord Villepinte in Paris, France.
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Sept. 14, 2023 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to eight companies regarding unapproved, illegally manufactured and marketed ophthalmic drug products.
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Sept. 14, 2023 — VSP Vision has invested $2 million to launch a student loan repayment program for optometrists that also incentivizes staffing in underserved communities.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Sept. 13, 2023 — The organizers of Vision Expo West, The Vision Council (TVC) and Rx, have released the official lineup of events taking place on the Innovation Stage, the eyewear trade show’s main stage destination located on the exhibit floor.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Sept. 13, 2023 — Modo has acquired eyewear design and distribution company Italia Independent with plans to expand the brand’s international distribution.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Sept. 12, 2023 — Singapore-based Neso Brands has announced its acquisition of a significant stake in Le Petit Lunetier, an eyewear brand based in Paris.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Sept. 12, 2023 — Johnson & Johnson Vision (J&JV) has joined the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), joining more than 200 organizations to advocate for improving eye health worldwide with a goal to end to avoidable sight loss by 2030.
Friday, September 8, 2023
Sept. 8, 2023 — Prevent Blindness and Regeneron have partnered with award-winning actress, dancer, and director Debbie Allen to launch the Gr8 Eye Movement, a disease-awareness campaign to educate the public on the risk of developing certain serious retinal diseases.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Sept. 7, 2023 — The Career Zone will return to Vision Expo West on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., to provide young professionals, optometry and opticianry students, and professionals who are new to the industry the chance to network with participating optical companies that are actively recruiting new talent.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Sept. 7, 2023 — Safilo has released the latest update regarding the evaluation of a possible transfer of its plant in Longarone, Italy, to a potential third party.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Sept. 6, 2023 — Mido 2024, the international eyewear show set to take place Feb. 3-5, 2024, at Fiera Milano in Italy, has announced special discounts on flight rates from the U.S., Central, and South America.
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Sept. 7, 2023 — Thélios has announced its acquisition of Vuarnet, a luxury sunglass brand, from NEO Investment Partners.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Sept. 6, 2023 — Myopia Profile has launched the inaugural Myopia Action Month, an initiative designed to inspire eyecare professionals worldwide into action to combat the escalating prevalence of childhood myopia.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Sept. 6, 2023 — Opti 2024, the international optical show set to take place Jan. 12-14, 2024 in Munich, has launched a new campaign, “We Are Opti.”
Friday, September 1, 2023
Sept. 1, 2023 — The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) has welcomed two new hosts to its podcast, “OWA Talks,” which releases new episodes the last Tuesday of each month.
Friday, September 1, 2023
Sept. 1, 2023 — The Lighthouse Guild has announced the launch of Lighthouse Guild Lightening, a blind baseball team based in New York.
Friday, September 1, 2023
Sept. 1, 2023 — The New England College of Optometry (NECO) hosted its third annual NECO Industry Collaborative in Boston, gathering more than 120 health care professionals Aug. 21-22 to network and deliberate on the topic of supply and demand in optometry.
Friday, September 1, 2023
Sept. 1, 2023 — To educate the public on the risk of significant eye injuries and the need for proper eye protection when playing sports, Prevent Blindness has declared September as Sports Eye Safety Month.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Aug. 30, 2023 — Hoya Vision Care has launched a sustainability program, One Vision, which is embedded in its corporate strategy based on three pillars: environment, community, and workplace.
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Aug. 24, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has announced a new fundraising event, the first annual Westchester Golf Classic, to support both the National Council for the Blind of Ireland and Prevent Blindness.
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Aug. 24, 2023 — The Vision Council and Rx have released details regarding the OptiCon @ Vision Expo program at Vision Expo West, set to take place Sept. 27-30 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Aug. 24, 2023 — The World Council of Optometry (WCO) has announced the recipients of its series of international awards, which will be presented during the Fourth World Congress of Optometry/O=MEGA23 event taking place in Melbourne, Australia, Sept. 8-10.
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Aug. 23, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has released its Provider inSights Q2 2023 report to offer insights into operations and sentiments from eyecare providers in the U.S. regarding the state of their practices, the eyecare industry, and the economy.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Aug. 22, 2023 — The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) has announced details regarding its Connection Series event, The Rally Mentality, to take place at Vision Expo West on Thursday, Sept. 28, from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Venetian (Level 3—Murano, Room 3304).
Monday, August 21, 2023
Aug. 21, 2023 — Optometry Giving Sight has announced the theme for the 2023 World Sight Day Challenge, “Giving Together, Seeing Forever,” to celebrate the collective power of the optometry community.
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Aug. 17, 2023 — Vision Expo West, the biannual eyewear trade show from The Vision Council and Rx, takes place at The Venetian in Las Vegas Sept. 27-30.
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Aug. 17, 2023 — The National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness (NCCVEH) announced Danielle Crull, ABOM, as the recipient of the ninth annual Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children’s Vision Award.
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Aug. 17, 2023 — The 11th edition of DaTE is set to take place Sept. 9-10 at the Stazione Leopolda in Firenze in Florence, Italy.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Aug. 16, 2023 — The inaugural Myopia Action Month takes place this September, and Myopia Profile has announced several developments ahead of the international initiative.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Aug. 16, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has released a Back-to-School guide, educating parents and caregivers on the importance of annual eye exams and encouraging them to schedule an appointment for their children before the school year starts.
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Aug. 15, 2023 — Loft Eyewear Shows are returning to San Francisco. Held annually in New York City and San Francisco since 2000, Loft Eyewear Shows offer a showcase of luxury products from cutting-edge designers.
Monday, August 14, 2023
Aug. 14, 2023 — VSP Vision has announced an integration for its software, Eyefinity, with ABB Optical Group’s software, ABB Analyze.
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Aug. 3, 2023 — VSP Vision’s iCare Health Solutions has announced its acquisition of Optical Outlets, a Florida-based optometric retailer with 56 locations, more than 550 employees, and a full-service optical manufacturing laboratory.
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Aug. 1, 2023 — To educate parents and caregivers on how to keep children’s eyes healthy, and to assist eyecare professionals in discussing children’s eye health with their patients, Prevent Blindness has declared August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month.
Friday, July 28, 2023
July 28, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica has announced its expansion into the hearing solutions market, driven by a dedicated “Super Audio” team, in-house research and development resources, and its 100% acquisition of Israeli startup Nuance.
Friday, July 28, 2023
July 28, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has released its Consumer InSights Q2 2023 report featuring new insights into U.S. consumers’ preferences and habits regarding eye care, including in-depth analysis on consumer sentiments toward vision correction, managed vision care, eye exams, prescription eyewear, reading glasses, and plano sunglasses.
Thursday, July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023 — CooperVision has awarded its Contact Lens Award scholarships to 23 third-year optometry students, one from each U.S. school and college of optometry.
Thursday, July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023 — Hilco Vision has announced its facility in North Las Vegas has earned drug distributor accreditation from the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.
Monday, July 17, 2023
July 17, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has launched the Prevent Blindness Eclipse + Your Eyes program ahead of the upcoming solar eclipses that will be visible in the U.S. on Oct. 14 and April 8, 2024. The contiguous U.S. will not see another total solar eclipse until 2045.
Friday, July 7, 2023
July 7, 2023 — Bausch + Lomb has announced its purchase of Blink, Johnson & Johnson Vision’s product line of eye and contact lens drops.
Thursday, June 29, 2023
June 29, 2023 — Nico Roseillier has announced his departure from Europa after a five-year tenure to launch his own creative agency, UN-TI-TLED, where he plans to engage in a variety of creative pursuits—from product design and signature photography to curating immersive, experimental installations.
Thursday, June 29, 2023
June 28, 2023 — The National Retail Federation recently surveyed 5,031 consumers in the U.S. about crime, retail theft, and organized retail crime.
Thursday, June 29, 2023
June 29, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared July as Dry Eye Awareness Month. The nonprofit will provide free resources to providers and the public on dry eye, including fact sheets and shareable social media graphics available in English and Spanish.
Thursday, June 29, 2023
June 29, 2023 — Safilo has released a statement regarding the evaluation of a possible transfer of its Longarone plant to a potential third party.
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
June 28, 2023 — Numerator revealed insights on diverse representation in advertising based on a sentiment survey of more than 1,200 consumers, equally balanced between the Generation Z, millennial, Generation X, and baby boomer generations.
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
June 28, 2023 — Silmo Paris, the optical fair taking place Sept. 29-Oct. 2 at the Paris-Nord Villepinte, has announced details regarding the 12th Silmo Academy.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared June 28-July 4 as the third annual Fireworks Safety Awareness Week. The nonprofit’s dedicated webpage offers free fact sheets and shareable social media graphics to help educate the public and assist eyecare professionals in discussing fireworks and eye safety with their patients.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 — Researchers from the Wilmer Eye Institute, John Hopkins Medicine, have implemented artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning algorithms to successfully predict which small proteins can bind to cell structures and safely deliver therapeutic drugs to animal eye cells.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail sales increased in May despite continued economic challenges.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 — Numerator’s latest report, “Zooming in on Gen Z Buyers,” tracks the buying behaviors and consumer sentiments of Generation Z as their spending power grows.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
June 21, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica and the World Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS) are continuing their partnership to further educate eyecare professionals on integrating myopia management into their practices.
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
June 20, 2023 — Mido has unveiled its worldwide communication campaign, “The Eyewear Universe,” inspired by the combination of human creativity and artificial intelligence.
Friday, June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023 — According to the recently published J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Vision Plan Satisfaction Study, vision plan providers that provide plan information to patients earn significantly higher scores for overall customer satisfaction—specifically, 110 points lower on a 1,000-point scale.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023 — Safilo has announced its reorganization for North America and its sport division with the appointment of Francesco Rinaldi Ceroni as president of the company’s global sports division and Vittorio Verdun as president of the North American market.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023 — Zeiss has collaborated with Apple to develop optical inserts for the computer company’s upcoming launch, Apple Vision Pro, a computer that users wear over their eyes.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
June 14, 2023 — The Lighthouse Guild is awarding 15 college scholarships of $10,000 each to legally blind students entering college or graduate school in the fall.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023 — The Vision Council has published its “Focused inSights 2023: Sunglasses Snapshot,” revealing insights on adults’ sunglass usages and preferences.
Thursday, June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023 — To bring independent Italian eyewear brands to eyecare professionals in the U.S., the Italian Association of Manufacturers of Optical Goods (ANFAO), in collaboration with the Italian Trade Commission, is organizing two “Extraordinary Italian Eyewear” networking events.
Thursday, June 8, 2023
June 7, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF)’s annual survey, consumers will spend $22.9 billion in celebration of Father’s Day—up from last year’s $20 billion and exceeds the previous record of $20.1 billion.
Thursday, June 8, 2023
June 8, 2023 — Registration is now open for Vision Expo West 2023, set to take place at the Venetian Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas Sept. 27-30. The show’s educational program, VisionEd, will open Wednesday, Sept. 27, followed by the exhibit hall on Thursday, Sept. 28.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023 — According to the June edition of the National Retail Federation (NRF)’s Monthly Economic Review, the nation does not appear to be in a recession despite conflicting signs from various economic indicators.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has published the 2023 first quarter (Q1) Provider inSights, a research study regarding operations and sentiments of U.S. eyecare providers.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica has partnered with Harvard Business Publishing to offer eyecare professionals around the world access to curated business and leadership content through Leonardo, EssilorLuxottica’s digital learning platform.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023 — The National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health (NCCVEH) at Prevent Blindness is seeking nominations for the ninth annual Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children’s Vision Award, which honors significant efforts of improving public health approaches for children’s vision and eye health.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
June 6, 2023 — Throughout the last few months, the American Optometric Association (AOA) vocalized their support for the Florida Optometric Association’s fight against Senate Bill (SB) 230, proposed Florida legislation that the AOA says would undermine the doctor-patient relationship and jeopardize patient outcomes if passed.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
June 1, 2023 — With a goal of being an employer of choice for health care providers, Walmart has announced it will invest in pay raises for more than 4,000 opticians, raising the position’s average wage to more than $22.50 an hour.
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
May 31, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month to raise awareness of the condition, which affects more than half of all Americans by the time they are 80 years old.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
May 30, 2023 — EyeCarePro has announced the winners of the Practice Manager of the Year awards: Sharon DiPilla of EyeKrafters Medical Optics in South Plainfield, NJ, is the first-place winner of $2,500; Amy Rambat of Maydew Thibault Optometry in Pratt, KS, is the second-place winner of $1,000; and Samantha Day of Lakeside Vision in Hawley, PA, is the third-place winner of $500.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
May 30, 2023 — Numerator’s monthly Consumer Sentiment Study continues to measure how consumers feel about the economy, the pandemic, and other market influences.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023 — Bausch + Lomb has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Miebo for treating signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023 — Transitions Academy 2023 hosted more than 1,000 industry individuals from 50 countries at the J.W. Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, FL, from May 21-24.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023 — Registration is now open for the 12th annual Prevent Blindness Focus on Health Summit, a virtual interactive event set to take place July 12-13.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023 — The Vision Council has released a statement to express gratitude for the recently introduced Sports Eyewear Safety Month resolution, sponsored by Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC).
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023 — Ahead of the 2023 edition of the optical trade fair, Silmo Paris has unveiled its new advertising slogan: “Generation Silmo.”
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
May 23, 2023 — Transitions and Black EyeCare Perspective are partnering to continue visiting Historically Black Colleges and Universities with a mission to foster student interest in the field of optometry.
Friday, May 19, 2023
May 19, 2023 — Optometry Divas, a network of women in optometry in the U.S., has announced its expansion into four new cities: Boston, San Antonio, New York, and Los Angeles.
Friday, May 19, 2023
May 19, 2023 — Transitions Optical has announced the finalists of its annual Transitions Innovation Awards Program ahead of Transitions Academy, where winners will be announced on May 23.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023 — Modo has announced its acquisition of Lowercase, an independent eyewear manufacturer based in Brooklyn, NY.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023 — The National Retail Federation has announced a resurgence of retail sales in April, with both month-over-month and year-over-year increases. NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay attributes this to customer resilience, moderating price levels, continued labor market strength, and wage gains.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023 — AOAExcel, a member benefit of the American Optometric Association, is hosting a workshop for optometrists, “Recent Retirement Plan Changes: What Optometric Practice Owners Need to Know,” set to take place Wednesday, May 24, at 8 p.m. ET.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023 — Following the United Nations’ call for its member countries to ensure good vision for all road users in alignment with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, EssilorLuxottica has announced a partnership with the United Nations Special Envoy for Road Safety.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023 — The Vision Council has published its Consumer inSights Report for the first quarter of 2023, identifying several differences in how generations take advantage of optical care and purchasing power within the optical industry.
Friday, May 12, 2023
May 11, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF)’s chief economist Jack Kleinhenz, slower but continued growth in economic indicators such as gross domestic product during the first quarter reflected the difficulty of bringing inflation under control.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica and Chalhoub Group have signed a joint venture partnership to grow an eyewear retail presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region comprising Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA) has released a statement about Senate Bill 230, proposed Florida legislation that the AOA says will undermine the doctor-patient relationship and jeopardize patient outcomes if passed.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 — Numerator’s Private Label Trends dashboard tracks private label manufacturers across channels, consumer groups, and categories.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared May 15-21 the fourth annual Inherited Retinal Disease (IRD) Genetic Testing Week.
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
May 9, 2023 — Alcon has expanded its partnership with Plastic Bank, an organization that builds recycling ecosystems in underdeveloped communities.
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
May 3, 2023 — The American Academy of Optometry has announced the recipients of the 2023 Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) Student Travel Fellowship Grants.
Each of these five $750 travel fellowships will provide funding for the following students to attend the ARVO annual meeting that took place in New Orleans April 23-27:
For more information: aaopt.org.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023 — ABB Optical Group is seeking submissions for the ninth annual Optometry Student Challenge, where third- and fourth-year students can win a $1,500 travel grant to attend the 2024 Global Specialty Lens Symposium.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023 — BHVI, an Australian-based nonprofit focused on vision research, has announced the launch of Myopia Awareness Week 2023—set to take place May 22-26.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023 — According to the results of the National Retail Federation’s annual survey, consumers plan to spend a total of $35.7 billion on Mother’s Day this year—more than $4 billion more than last year’s record high of $31.7 billion.
Friday, April 28, 2023
April 26, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared May as Ultraviolet Awareness Month—right as people get ready to spend more time outdoors in the warmer weather.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
April 27, 2023 — The Health Care Alliance for Patient Safety (HCAPS) has released a statement commending Reps. Michael Burgess (R-TX) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) for introducing the Contact Lens Prescription Modernization Act, which would prohibit robocalls from being used as a method for verifying patients’ prescriptions.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
April 27, 2023 — The OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation and LensCrafters, in partnership with KIPP Chicago Schools, held a vision clinic April 24-28 to provide free eye exams to students on Chicago’s West and South Sides.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023 — VSP Vision and Black EyeCare Perspective have launched the Empowering Equity Scholarship to award a pair of optometry students with $15,000.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023 — The Contact Lens Institute (CLI) has published its comprehensive report about the significant yet untapped opportunity within the eyecare community of prescribing both contact lenses and glasses.
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
April 25, 2023 — CooperVision is accepting submissions for its 2023 Science and Technology Awards program, an effort to foster continuous advancement in contact lens research and development while translating innovative ideas into practical solutions.
Thursday, April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023 — After surveying more than 450 eyecare professionals, ClearVision Optical has published a report intended to help the industry better understand male patients by identifying essential factors men consider when purchasing eyewear.
Thursday, April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023 — In honor of Earth Day on April 22, the Center for Ocular Research and Education (CORE) has released four infographics to encourage responsible contact lens recycling.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
April 19, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail sales slowed in March after strong gains in January and February, but spending was still higher than March 2022.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
April 19, 2023 — Bausch + Lomb has announced its recycling programs—made possible through a partnership with TerraCycle—have recycled a total of 65.8 million units, or 397,194 pounds, of used contact lenses and eye- and lens-care materials.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
April 19, 2023 — In partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision, Black EyeCare Perspective (BEP) is hosting its third annual Signing Day on Tuesday, April 25, to celebrate the achievements of Black EyeCare Perspective Pre-Optometry Club (BEPPOC) members who have been accepted into a school or college of optometry, as well as students who will be part of the class of 2027.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
April 19, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has announced Ohio State University (OSU) associate professor Dean A. VanNasdale Jr., O.D., Ph.D., as the recipient of the 2023 Jenny Pomeroy Award for Excellence in Vision and Public Health and Christina Ambrosino, medical student at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, as the recipient of the fourth annual Rising Visionary Award.
Thursday, April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023 — The developer and retailer of smart eyewear for Lucyd, Nautica, and Eddie Bauer, Innovative Eyewear has announced the launch of a new app that enables a voice interface with ChatGPT through the company’s smart eyewear.
Thursday, April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023 — Center For Sight is accepting applications for free cataract surgery through Mission Cataract, an annual event where individuals without health insurance or other means to pay can undergo cataract surgery for no cost.
Thursday, April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023 — Five practices located in Southern California have joined VSP Ventures, making a total of 84 locations across California, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Ohio, and Tennessee.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023 — Transitions Optical has published a report to highlight this year’s trends in the optical industry, uncovered through in-depth conversations with Transitions Pro Forum members in the U.S. and Canada.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023 — Blue Point Capital Partners has announced its acquisition of Eyebobs as part of the firm’s broader plan to build an eyewear platform designed for business-to-business and business-to-consumer growth.
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023 — The American Academy of Optometry Foundation is accepting requests for applications for its 2023 Residency Awards through Tuesday, June 1.
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023 — Lumata Health has partnered with Prevent Blindness to collaborate on initiatives that will address barriers to care for patients with a focus on mental health resources.
Thursday, April 6, 2023
April 6, 2023 — Myopia Profile has announced Myopia Action Month, set to take place throughout September this year.
Thursday, April 6, 2023
April 6, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA) is alerting consumers to stop using EzriCare and Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Tears products by Global Pharma Healthcare since they have been linked to potential bacterial contamination.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
April 5, 2023 — The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and CooperVision’s virtual event hosted more than 1,700 registrants representing 123 countries.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
April 5, 2023 — Numerator has published its “Mythbusters: Convenience” report to explore the idea that convenience is not a universal metric, as it differs depending on the consumer, product type, and shopping method.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
April 5, 2023 — Europa Eyewear has announced a partnership with Blue Point Capital Partners, an investment firm that is contributing to Europa’s growth and expansion.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
March 30, 2023 — CooperVision Specialty EyeCare has announced the schedule for its 2023 Beyond the Limbus (BTL) scleral lens workshops, a dual-track series that is broken into two parts: scleral lens accelerator training for eyecare professionals and scleral lens basics training for office support staff. Both in-person and virtual workshops will be offered.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
March 30, 2023 — In the final installment of the World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon’s dry eye disease education webinar series, the organizations will introduce a new interactive tool designed to help with the diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA) has announced the schedule of events for Optometry’s Meeting, set to take place June 21-24 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., under the banner “Voicing Your Vision.”
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023 — During the American Academy of Optometry’s annual conference, the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) awarded Herbert Wertheim, O.D., ASCO’s inaugural Herbert Wertheim Award, affectionately called “The Herbie.”
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023 — The National Retail Federation (NRF) recently hosted a webinar, “State of Retail and the Consumer,” an annual conversation to discuss where U.S. consumers and the economy are headed.
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
March 29, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month. The nonprofit offers a variety of expert-reviewed free resources on a range of eye health issues and eye safety topics, including contact lenses, cosmetics, and ultraviolet protection.
Thursday, March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023 — Vision Expo East 2023 gathered thousands of eyecare professionals—from optometrists to office managers, and frame buyers to lab technicians—to New York City’s Javits Center March 16-19.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
March 22, 2023 — According to Numerator’s recently published 2023 Holiday Intentions Preview report, most respondents said they plan to make a purchase related to a given holiday, but 53% expect a moderate to significant economic impact, which they plan to manage by buying items on sale, buying less, and using more coupons.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
March 22, 2023 — CooperVision has announced its 2023 Best Practices honorees and student scholarship recipients.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
March 22, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA), the American Optometric Student Association (AOSA), and Optometry Cares—The AOA Foundation have announced the recipients of the organizations’ 2023 awards: the AOA awards, AOSA Student of the Year, National Optometry Hall of Fame, Dr. W. David Sullins Jr. InfantSEE Award, and the Paraoptometric Professional awards.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
March 21, 2023 — The American Optometric Association, along with state associations in Florida, Connecticut, and Texas, are announcing their plans to fight language in legislation that potentially seeks to block, limit, or discourage doctors of optometry from being referenced as doctors and physicians.
Friday, March 17, 2023
March 17, 2023 — According to the Contact Lens Institute, new research shows a significant number of vision-corrected U.S. adults are interested in purchasing both contact lenses and glasses—an untapped dual-wear opportunity for the eyecare industry.
Thursday, March 16, 2023
March 16, 2023 — The Opening Your Eyes Scholarship, which is funded by members and supporters of The Vision Council, has granted Amaya Moore $6,000 per year as well as reimbursement of certification and state exam fees.
Thursday, March 16, 2023
March 16, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), overall retail sales dipped slightly in February, but core spending rose.
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
March 15, 2023 — To strengthen its position in the luxury eyewear industry, Kering Eyewear has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Usinage & Nouvelles Technologies.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
March 14, 2023 — Percept Corporation has released the first product from its upgradeable technology platform, MiWear, a device for color wavelength mitigation based on the company’s patented Augmented Perception technology.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
March 14, 2023 — The World Council of Optometry (WCO) has announced the theme for the 2023 World Optometry Week, taking place March 19-25, and World Optometry Day on Thursday, March 23.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 — Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) is accepting applications for its 2023 grant cycle, which funds optometry-centric programs including the establishment or support of optometry schools, eye clinics, vision centers, and optical labs; the delivery of eye exams and low or no-cost glasses to underserved communities; long-term programs that provide sustained eye care to communities; and service delivery tied to the education and/or development of optometry.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 — The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF) is accepting applications for the 2023 Joe and Janet Barr Early Career Cornea and Contact Lens Research Award until Friday, April 1, at 5 p.m. EST.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica has announced a 12-year power purchase agreement for 900 GWh of green energy between 2023-2034, marking another step toward its Eyes on the Planet objective of becoming carbon neutral in its direct operations.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 — Transitions has announced the dates for Transitions Academy 2023. The educational event will take place May 21-24 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes in Orlando, FL.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
March 9, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA) has issued its revised, research-based clinical practice guideline, citing the significant public and economic impact posed by an aging population, along with increased visual impairments and blindness in the U.S.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023 — To keep eyes healthy, safe, and protected on the job, Prevent Blindness has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month to educate employers and workers from industrial or construction sites and office spaces.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023 — Numerator’s monthly Consumer Sentiment Study continues to measure how consumers feel about the economy, the pandemic, and other market influences.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023 — PSFK, an organization that shares business intel to support innovation in retail, recently hosted a webinar about “Livestreaming: The Future of E-commerce,” a report by PSFK that explores social media’s influence on how digital-first consumers discover, research, and engage with brands; how livestreaming is accessible and cost-effective for brands of any size; and strategies brands and retailers can implement to leverage livestreaming as a tool for commerce, entertainment, community, and more.
Thursday, March 2, 2023
March 2, 2023 — Prevent Blindness is hosting its 18th Eyes on Capitol Hill advocacy event on Friday and Saturday, March 7-8, so patients, care partners, allied personnel, and medical professionals can speak with elected officials about a variety of vision and eye health issues and the need for legislative and funding support.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Feb. 28, 2023 — Telus Health has published its monthly Mental Health Index, which found that 13% of U.S. workers—more than 34 million, or 1 in 6 workers—cite inflation as a reason they’ve had to cut back on health-related expenses.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Feb. 23, 2023 — The Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness (ISPB) has partnered with Horizon Therapeutics to provide equipment for treating low vision in underserved communities as part of the ISPB Low Vision Equipment Reimbursement Program, which provides reimbursement for low vision aids, scleral lenses, and eyewear to those who cannot afford them.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Feb. 23, 2023 — The SUNY College of Optometry and the SUNY Upstate Medical University have partnered to improve access to health care by fostering an increase in eyecare professionals in Central and Western New York.
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Feb. 22, 2023 — VSP Vision has released its 2022 Impact Report to measure progress in key initiatives that reflect the organization’s commitment to social responsibility, specifically in the categories of health equity, sustainability, and culture of belonging.
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Feb. 22, 2023 — The Optical Women’s Association is hosting its annual champagne breakfast to celebrate 2023 Pleiades Award honoree Karen Roberts of Carl Zeiss Vision International; Pyxis Award honoree Beverly Bianes, O.D., of Park & Bianes Vision Care Optometry; and Emerging Leader Award honoree Talia Bruno of De Rigo Rem.
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Feb. 22, 2023 — EssilorLuxottica has announced the renewal of its licensing agreement with Target for the operation and management of Target Optical, effective Feb. 12.
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Feb. 21, 2023 — The agenda has been set for Envision Conference West, set to take place March 30 through April 1 in collaboration with UT Health Department of Occupational Therapy at the Academic Learning and Teaching Center of UT Health in San Antonio, TX.
Friday, February 17, 2023
Feb. 17, 2023 — The Vision Council and RX, organizers of Vision Expo East, have announced Jason Romero, a legally blind endurance athlete, as the show’s keynote speaker.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Feb. 16, 2023 — According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retail sales bounced back strongly in January as wage growth and easing inflation encouraged spending.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Feb. 16, 2023 — To connect with customers in their communities, Safilo USA is launching its 2023 Safilo Partnership Tour on Feb. 22-23 in New York City.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Feb. 16, 2023 — Latinos En Optometry (LEO) has officially launched to support Latinos in eye care and eyecare professionals who serve Latino communities.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Feb. 16, 2023 — LinkedIn has released its 2023 Workplace Learning Report, which explores the importance, effectiveness, and prevalence of learning and development for employees and the organization.
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Feb. 14, 2023 — The Contact Lens Institute 2023 Visionaries have been announced, representing a range of practice settings, research interests, and specializations across the U.S.
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Feb. 14, 2023 — Myopia Profile has announced the launch of Myopia Management with Spectacles, an online course designed to bring treatment to more children worldwide.
Friday, February 10, 2023
Feb. 10, 2023 — The 51st edition of Mido 2023 recently concluded, reporting record-breaking numbers for the three-day international eyewear industry trade show at Milan’s Fiera Milano Rho.
Friday, February 10, 2023
Feb. 10, 2023 — Registration is open for the third installment of the World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon’s global dry eye disease education initiative webinars, developed to raise optometrists’ understanding of the condition and to provide resources on practical management.
Friday, February 10, 2023
Feb. 10, 2023 — The American Optometric Association (AOA) and the American Optometric Student Association (AOSA) have announced that registration for Optometry’s Meeting is now open.
Friday, February 10, 2023
Feb. 10, 2023 —Young professionals, including optometry and opticianry students, can once again network with companies seeking new talent at Career Zone on Saturday of Vision Expo East 2023, set to take place Thursday to Sunday, March 16-19, at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City.
Friday, February 10, 2023
Feb. 10, 2023 — February is Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month, and Prevent Blindness is offering free resources to educate the public and help patients make informed decisions about their vision and eye health.
Friday, February 3, 2023
Feb. 3, 2023 — The National Retail Federation's chief economist Jack Kleinhenz has shared that a U.S. recession is unlikely and that the country may see slight economic growth, according to new information released in a recent NRF Monthly Economic Review.
Friday, February 3, 2023
Feb. 3, 2023 — Mido, the international eyewear show held at Milan’s Fiera Milano Rho from Feb. 4-6, saw more than 1,000 exhibitors and 150-plus countries represented across six pavilions and eight exhibit areas.
Monday, January 30, 2023
Jan. 30, 2022 — Numerator has published its latest Consumer Sentiment Study, which reveals how consumers are feeling about the economy, the pandemic, and emerging market influences.
Friday, January 27, 2023
Jan. 27, 2023 — Transitions Optical has introduced Transitions Certified Live, a series of in-person events where eyecare professionals can earn their Transitions Specialist certification.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Jan. 18, 2022 — IDOC and Three Rivers Optical have announced that the two companies will merge to provide a suite of practice enhancement and lab services to eyecare professionals.
Friday, January 13, 2023
Jan. 13, 2022 — The Vision Council (TVC) has concluded its 2023 Executive Summit, which took place Jan. 9-11 in Austin, TX.
Friday, January 6, 2023
Jan. 6, 2023 — The Vision Council (TVC) has announced the relaunch of VisionPAC, a move that aims to “enhance the vision community’s reputation among government officials and strengthen its impact on public policy through collaboration and formation of strategic alliances,” shares TVC.
Friday, January 6, 2023
Jan. 6, 2023 — Prevent Blindness has declared January as National Glaucoma Awareness Month, as about 3 million Americans have glaucoma, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Jan. 19, 2022 — The Vision Council (TVC) has released its first set of industry estimates in the inaugural Market inSights 2022 Report, which utilizes new data sources and advanced analytics to summarize the eyecare industry from 2019 and forward through 2023 with reports on the following categories: exams, frames, lenses, contact lenses, plano sunglasses, and readers.
