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Transitions Launches Snapchat Try-on Experience with Consumer Campaign

In conjunction with the launch of the new Light Under Control™ campaign to consumers, Transitions Optical has partnered with Snapchat to create an interactive augmented reality try-on experience. This Snapchat lens enables users to experience the adaptability of Transitions® lenses on a platform relevant to them and their lifestyle. In the Snapchat try-on experience users can see themselves in different eyeglass frame styles, in fun indoor and outdoor environments, and watch the lenses darken as the scenes go to daytime outdoor settings.

 

Users can find the Transitions lens experience in the Snapchat app or scan the custom Transitions Snapcode.

 

 

 

Transitions Optical Launches New Brand Identity and Light Under Control Campaign to Consumers

The new Snapchat try-on experience is part of the consumer launch of the new Transitions Light Under Control campaign that aims to bolster the company’s efforts to attract new wearers and recruit a younger generation of eyeglass wearers to the photochromic lens category. Inspired by research showing that 87% of eyeglass wearers report being sensitive to light, the Light Under Control™ campaign leverages disruptive imagery and revitalized language to pique consumer interest and inspire and create a desire for the category among eyeglass wearers. Two new TV spots “Noah & Avery,” and “Reed” showcase the brand as modern and relevant by featuring younger, style-savvy consumers. The commercials can be previewed at the campaign’s website, www.Light-UnderControl.ca.

The Transitions lens experience will be available through the custom Snapcode until mid-October.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

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New Look Vision Group Announces Election of Directors

New Look Vision announced on May 10th that the nominees listed in the management information circular dated March 29, 2018 were elected as directors of New Look Vision.

Each of the following seven (7) nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of New Look Vision:

  • Antoine Amiel (13,055,168 Votes For)
  • W. John Bennett (13,035,208 Votes For)
  • Richard Cherney (12,771,279 Votes For)
  • M. William Cleman (13,071,459 Votes For)
  • Paul S. Echenberg (13,071,359 Votes For)
  • Pierre Matuszewski (13,066,032 Votes For)
  • C. Emmett Pearson (12,767,989 Votes For)

Source: New Look Vision Group

The Vision Council Names James Rosin as Optical Retail Division Chair

The Vision Council has announced that James Rosin of Rosin Eyecare will serve as the inaugural Chair of the recently formed Optical Retail Division. Stuart Jolly of Sam’s Club/Wal-Mart has been named as Vice Chair.

“We’re thrilled to add Jamie and Stuart to the team as we grow the Optical Retail Division. Their input will be invaluable to the development of the Division’s programs and services, ensuring that we’re meeting our members’ needs and addressing their concerns,” said Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council. “The Division, under their leadership, will enhance our ongoing efforts to support a healthy optical marketplace and broaden the resources available to The Vision Council’s six other operating divisions, and to allow our programs and services to better reflect the whole of the optical industry.”

As Chair of the Optical Retail Division, James will also serve on The Vision Council Board of Directors.

 

American Academy of Optometry Launches Online CE Platform

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The American Academy of Optometry announces the launch of a brand new online CE and resource platform, Academy Online.

Users can find a collection of session recordings from past annual meetings as well as distance learning credits. This initiative is aimed at assisting optometrists and vision scientists in obtaining new knowledge and staying on top of current trends while earning CE hours outside of the annual meeting. Content can be viewed at any time using any device that connects to the Internet.

Currently uploaded content includes video footage of the 2016 Plenary Session, “Today’s Research, Tomorrow’s Practice®: Current State of Health Care and Research,” featuring world renowned author and speaker Malcolm Gladwell, and several sessions from Academy 2017 Chicago.

Users can also browse posters from the 2016 Scientific Program and interact with the presenters via discussion threads. Academy members have complimentary access to Academy Online and non-members can access the content for a fee.

Click HERE for the full press release.

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