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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

The Vision Council Releases VisionWatch Q4 2021 Market Research Reports

Alexandria, VA – March 9, 2022 – The Vision Council has released its quarterly VisionWatch market research reports for Q4 2021. The reports indicate that $45.83 billion worth of eyewear was purchased during the 12-month period ending December 2021, representing a 24.3 percent…

Show Organizers Announce that Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and Face Coverings Will Not Be Required to Attend Vision Expo East, March 31-April 3, 2022

Alexandria, VA – March 8, 2022 – The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today share that, in accordance with New York State and New York City guidelines and the updated requirements of the Javits Center, proof of COVID-19 vaccination and face coverings will not…

Show Organizers Extend Deadline to Participate in NOW by Vision Expo to Thursday, March 10

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 28, 2022 – The Vision Council and RX, the organizers of Vision Expo, today announce that the deadline for eyewear exhibitors to submit products for consideration in…

The Vision Council Releases 2021 Eyecare Provider Insights Report

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 24, 2022 – The Vision Council today releases the 2021 Eyecare Provider (ECP) Insights Report, which summarizes the results of the monthly surveys of eyecare providers conducted by The Vision Council in 2021. The report contains detailed insights on eye…

Show Organizers Celebrate Emerging Eyewear Designers with The Springs, a New Show Floor Neighborhood Dedicated to Up-and-Coming Designers, at Vision Expo East 2022

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 22, 2022 – The organizers of Vision Expo, The Vision Council and RX, today share that The Springs, Vision Expo’s neighborhood…

Today, Friday, February 18 is Last Day for Independent Boutique Retailers to Submit Their Stories for Consideration in Vision Expo’s Fourth Annual OPTImum Retail Award

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 18, 2022 – The Vision Council and RX, organizers of Vision Expo, encourage independent boutique retailers to apply for the Fourth Annual OPTImum Retail Award. Today, Friday, February 18 is the last day to apply. The…

Vision Expo East 2022 to Host the Career Zone-Student Lounge on Saturday, April 2

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 16, 2022 – The organizers of Vision Expo, The Vision Council and RX, today announce that the Career Zone-Student Lounge will return to Vision Expo East 2022 on Saturday, April 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST. Located in Booth #P1265 in The Park, the…

Show Organizers Introduce NOW by Vision Expo, a New Eyewear Trends Showcase that will Debut at Vision Expo East 2022 in New York City

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 10, 2022 –The Vision Council and RX, the organizers of Vision Expo, today announce NOW by Vision Expo, a new eyewear trends showcase that will debut at Vision Expo East 2022, taking place March 31–April 3 in New York City, and will spotlight eyewear trends…

Show Organizers Announce Education Program Planned for Vision Expo East 2022 in New York City

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 8, 2022 – The Vision Council and RX, organizers of Vision Expo, today share details on the education program developed by the Conference Advisory Board for Vision Expo East 2022, taking place in-person from March 31 to April 3 at the Jacob Javits Center in…

Organizers of Vision Expo Invite Independent Boutique Retailers to Submit Their Stories for Consideration

Alexandria, VA – Feb. 7, 2022 – The Vision Council and RX, organizers of Vision Expo, today announce that submissions are now being accepted for the Fourth Annual OPTImum Retail Award.

The award celebrates independent boutique retailers by showcasing their products,…