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

New InSights Research from The Vision Council Reveals Most Consumers Use Eyewear Accessories

Alexandria, VA – April 16, 2024 – Today, The Vision Council releases its latest research report, Focused inSights Eyewear Accessories, providing comprehensive insights into American adults' behaviors, preferences, and purchasing patterns related to eyewear…

Nearly 100 Optical Industry Executives Convene for The Vision Council's Lab Leadership Forum

Alexandria, VA – April 15, 2024 – The Vision Council, the leading organization representing the optical industry, successfully hosted the 2024 Lab Leadership Forum on Thursday, April 11, and Friday, April 12, 2024, at the picturesque Temecula Creek Inn. This exclusive event saw…

The Vision Council Launches PolicyWatch: An Online Regulatory Monitoring Service for the Optical Industry

Alexandria, VA – April 5, 2024 – The Vision Council, a leading organization representing the optical industry, proudly introduces PolicyWatch, a regulatory monitoring service for the optical industry, tailored to provide…

PROTECT YOUR EYES, SEE THE SKIES

Alexandria, VA – March 26, 2024 – A nonprofit member association, The Vision Council represents the U.S. during the creation and maintenance of international optical industry technical standards by the International Organization for…

VISION EXPO EAST 2024 CONCLUDES A FINAL SHOW IN NYC AND SETS ITS SIGHTS ON BRIGHT FUTURE IN ORLANDO

Alexandria, VA – March 19, 2024 – Vision Expo East 2024 concluded on Sunday, March 17, following three days of new product discovery, innovative discussions, accredited education sessions, networking events and business meetings. Celebrating nearly 40 years at the Jacob Javits…

STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST EYECARE & EYEWEAR EVENTS

Alexandria, VA – March 13, 2024 – With only days to go until one of the world’s greatest eyecare and eyewear events begins, there is still time to register for Vision Expo East. Thousands of ophthalmic professionals, buyers,…

MAJORITY OF SHOPPERS CONTINUE TO BUY PRESCRIPTION AND NON-PRESCRIPTION OPTICAL PRODUCTS IN-STORE

Alexandria, VA – March 12, 2024 – The Vision Council, a trade association dedicated to supporting the optical industry, releases Focused inSights 2024: Online vs. In-Person Purchase Patterns, which offers a comprehensive examination of consumer shopping habits…

THE VISION COUNCIL EVOLVES TO DRIVE INDUSTRY GROWTH AND MEMBER SUCCESS

Alexandria, VA – March 11, 2024 – Today, The Vision Council expands its membership structure to reflect the evolving optical industry and ensure the continued success of its 500+ member organizations. The new structure will extend The Vision Council’s membership base to include…

THE VISION COUNCIL RELEASES NEW RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTING U.S. CONSUMERS’ EYEGLASS FRAMES PREFERENCES

Alexandria, VA – March 8, 2024 – Today, The Vision Council, the leading trade association for the optical industry, released new research featuring key insights into U.S. consumers’ experiences and preferences when purchasing new glasses frames. Findings from the report,…

VISION EXPO EAST 2024 ANNOUNCES SPECIAL EVENTS LINE UP FOR CONCLUSIVE NEW YORK SHOW

Alexandria, VA – March 7, 2024 – The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, share details on Vision Expo East’s official opening night party and other special events planned during the multi-day, must-attend meeting taking place at the Javits Center in New York…