Navajo master weaver Kathy Marianito created the design of ASPEN based on a memory of a blanket her Great-Great Grandfather Manuelito owned. This style is lightweight and very comfortable to wear. Semi-rimless front allows for progressive lenses and the frame has adjustable nose pads to allow for a more customized fit. Available in a sleek matte burgundy or matte black.
Vision Expo West, taking place September 26 – 29 in Las Vegas, NV., will introduce an expansive scope of education, products, trends and solutions that keep the industry updated on best practices in patient care, practice management, retail strategies and more.
New to Vision Expo West 2018:
“What’s always great about Vision Expo is the diversity of educational opportunities. From retail to clinical and all the way to Private Equity, ocular aesthetics and social media, we really do have something for every practice and team,” said Ben Gaddie, OD, Co-Chair of the Vision Expo Conference Advisory Board. “This year you’ll see more ‘How To’ courses that help translate new ideas and concepts into clinical practice quicker. I’m also particularly happy with our high-demand workshop offerings for the newest innovations in eyecare technology.”
The comprehensive program features over 300 hours of education and 23 specialty tracks, providing education for the entire staff and all aspects of an eyecare and eyewear practice or retail business. View personalized education highlights and the interactive education brochure here. The early bird pricing deadline ends August 29, 2018.
The Lab Division of The Vision Council announced on August 3rd the industry veterans who will be recognized during the Directors’ Choice Award and 19th Annual Lab Division Hall of Fame celebration on Wednesday, September 26, in conjunction with the Lab Division Meeting and International Vision Expo West.
The Division has named Dave Cole, former President of Transitions Optical, as the 2018 recipient of the Directors’ Choice Award honoring his 26+ years in the optical industry, as a champion for a game-changing technology, and as a partner to optical labs.
Dave Cole will be recognized alongside this year’s Lab Division Hall of Fame inductees at the Hall of Fame banquet, held during The Vision Council’s Lab Division meeting at International Vision Expo West.
The 2018 Lab Division Hall of Fame inductees were also announced:
Zowee Wow Distinctive Eyewear is now the new distributor for the boutique eyewear collection Roger Eye Design in Canada.
Zowee Wow’s passion is offering distinctive boutique eyewear that is both fun and wearable. They provide unique eyewear lines that differentiate their customers within the marketplace while supporting them with outstanding customer service and value.
“We’ve proudly featured Roger Eye Design, with vivid colours and European styling since 2011 in the United States along with our own collection Rain City Eyewear which is designed in Seattle, Washington. We are very excited to have the opportunity to work closely with our Canadian independents,” said Zowee Wow’s National Sales Manager Mark Anderson.
Roger Eye Designs was formerly distributed by Audace Lunettes in Canada.
Click HERE for the full press release.
On August 2, the Board of Directors of Safilo Group reviewed and approved the results of the first half of 2018 and a five year Business Plan which includes an update of the previous 2020 Plan.
Net sales were 492.2 million Euros, down 4.3% in the first half of 2018 compared to 2017, and the Group posted a net loss of 10.7 million Euros. Sales were down approximately 7% in Europe and North America, while the Asia Pacific region and other emerging markets saw impressive growth.
Angelo Trocchia, Safilo Chief Executive Officer since April 2018, commented, “Our objective is to improve the performance of our Company, focusing on few, very clear, priorities. First and foremost, we need to return to grow our top line, exploiting more and better the core strengths of the Group: our product creation and development capabilities, our 140 years of eyewear manufacturing experience, and our deep worldwide distribution network.”
Trocchia emphasized that they were in the process of creating a leaner organization, more customer-centric culture, and they expect Free Cash Flow to return to positive in 2019.
Click HERE for the full press release.
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Learn More Academy 2026 Anaheim showcased major research, innovation and leadership in optometry, featuring landmark studies, new Fellows and advances shaping the future of eye care.
Read More ZEISS gathered eye care professionals in Vancouver for the Myopia Innovation Summit, introducing MyoActive and showcasing evidence based strategies for myopia management.
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VX Titanium combines 100% titanium construction with lightweight comfort, durability and contemporary styling across 13 men’s and women’s designs.
Learn More Academy 2026 Anaheim showcased major research, innovation and leadership in optometry, featuring landmark studies, new Fellows and advances shaping the future of eye care.
Read more ZEISS gathered eye care professionals in Vancouver for the Myopia Innovation Summit, introducing MyoActive and showcasing evidence based strategies for myopia management.
Read more Learn how early optometry practice succession planning can improve practice value, reduce owner dependence, protect tax eligibility, and create a smoother transition.
Read more CIBC Commercial Banking is stepping into Canadian optometry through a new collaboration with Eye Care Business Canada, debuting with a webinar on buying an optometric practice.
Read more VX Titanium combines 100% titanium construction with lightweight comfort, durability and contemporary styling across 13 men’s and women’s designs.
Learn More Academy 2026 Anaheim showcased major research, innovation and leadership in optometry, featuring landmark studies, new Fellows and advances shaping the future of eye care.
Read more ZEISS gathered eye care professionals in Vancouver for the Myopia Innovation Summit, introducing MyoActive and showcasing evidence based strategies for myopia management.
Read more Learn how early optometry practice succession planning can improve practice value, reduce owner dependence, protect tax eligibility, and create a smoother transition.
Read more CIBC Commercial Banking is stepping into Canadian optometry through a new collaboration with Eye Care Business Canada, debuting with a webinar on buying an optometric practice.
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