Divisions

The Vision Council maintains several operating divisions to address common interests among members. Members may choose one "home" division and are welcome to participate in other divisions' activities. Operating divisions of The Vision Council provide guidance, education programs, marketing materials, research and advocacy outreach to address common interests among members.

Eyewear & Accessories

  • Companies that design, manufacture and distribute ophthalmic frames and accessories
  • Contact: Mitch Barkley, Eyewear & Accessories Division Liaison

Retail

  • Companies that provide vision care services and sell optical products in-store and/or online, including prescription and non-prescription products
  • Contact: David Pierson, Strategic Advisor

Lens, Lab & Lens Processing Technology

  • Lens manufacturers and designers, optical laboratories, ophthalmic instrument manufacturers, optical equipment manufacturers and lens testing laboratories 
  • Contact: Michael Vitale, Vice President; Membership, Government Relations & Technical Affairs

Contact Lens

  • Companies that design, manufacture, and distribute contact lenses and contact lens care products
  • Contact: Michael Vitale, Vice President; Membership, Government Relations & Technical Affairs

Over the Counter (formerly Sunglass & Reader)

  • Companies that design and manufacture non-prescription sunglasses, readers and other optical related products
  • Contact: Michael Vitale, Vice President; Membership, Government Relations & Technical Affairs

Healthcare 

  • Pharmaceuticals, telehealth, wellness and accessibility device manufacturers, low vision device manufacturers, disease management companies, managed vision care and vision insurance plan providers
  • Contact: Nathan Troxell, Director of Member Services

Technology

  • Wearables and smart eyewear devices, virtual reality/augmented reality (VR/AR) device manufacturers and software developers, practice management software (PMS) and lab management software (LMS) companies, optical business management companies, robotic fulfillment, hearing aid manufacturers, 3D printing and artificial intelligence developers
  • Contact: Nathan Troxell, Director of Member Services

Supplier/Other

  • Not all member companies fit into a specific division and often companies can belong to many different divisions. If you have questions about joining as a supplier or partner, please contact Michael Vitale.