News Releases

The Vision Council is a non-profit trade association that serves member companies in diverse segments of the optical industry, from family-owned businesses to global companies. Access The Vision Council’s press releases below. For media inquiries, please reach out to Chelsea Pillsbury at cpillsbury@thevisioncouncil.org.

Latest News From The Vision Council

Vision Expo East Announces Winners of NOW Awards: 1st Edition

Alexandria, VA – March 23, 2023 – Vision Expo East 2023 announced the winners of the inaugural NOW Awards on Saturday, March 18 at the Javits Center in New York City. The awards honored brands that embodied the latest trends and innovation in eyewear. 

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Vision Expo East 2023 Concludes in NYC

Alexandria, VA – March 21, 2023 – Vision Expo East 2023 concluded on Sunday, March 19, following four days of new product discovery, action-packed education sessions, networking events, and business meetings. Held at New York City’s Javits Center from March 16 -19, Vision Expo…

Vision Expo East Announces “Can’t Miss” Events Taking Place at 2023 Show

Alexandria, VA – March 15, 2023 –The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, encourage attendees to take full advantage of dynamic events, compelling education and vibrant show floor programming offered at…

Vision Expo East Announces Exclusive Schedule of Programming for The Bridge

Alexandria, VA – March 9, 2023 –The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today share the schedule of events to take place at The Bridge during…

Amaya Moore Awarded Scholarship from The Vision Council to Attend Wiregrass Georgia Technical College’s Opticianry Program

Alexandria, VA – March 7, 2023 – Funded by members and supporters of The Vision Council, the Opening Your Eyes Scholarship is a 501(c)(3) charity designed to provide financial assistance and career opportunities to minority high school seniors throughout…

Vision Expo East Announces Dynamic Opticianry Education Content

Alexandria, VA – February 23, 2023 – The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, announced details for its opticianry education content presented under the OptiCon® @ Vision Expo umbrella during Vision Expo East 2023, taking place from March 16-19…

Vision Expo East Announces Keynote Speaker

Alexandria, VA – February 17, 2023 – Vision Expo East presented and organized by The Vision Council, and RX (Reed Exhibitions), announced Jason Romero, a legally blind ultra-runner, as the keynote speaker, as the annual…

CAREER ZONE OFFERS NETWORKING FOR OPTICAL INDUSTRY STUDENTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AT VISION EXPO EAST 2023

Alexandria, VA – February 7, 2023 – The Vision Council is pleased to share that Career Zone will return to Vision Expo East on Saturday, March 18 from 10-4pm. Located at booth F3162 within the Javits Center, the Career Zone is a student lounge designed as a central hub for OD…

NOW AT VISION EXPO EAST EXTENDS SUBMISSION DEADLINE TO FEB. 15

Alexandria, VA – February 2, 2023 – The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today announce that the deadline for eyewear exhibitors to submit their most innovative frame or lens product for inclusion in the specially curated NOW Pavilion has been extended to…

CALL FOR AWARD SUBMISSIONS - INDEPENDENT BOUTIQUE OPTICAL RETAILERS INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR STORIES FOR VISION EXPO’S 5TH ANNUAL OPTImum RETAIL AWARD

Alexandria, VA – January 31, 2023 – The Vision Council and RX, organizers of Vision Expo, have announced that submissions are now being accepted for the 5th Annual OPTImum Retail Award scheduled to be presented at Vision Expo East on Friday, March 17th in New York City. …