Show Organizers Release Schedule of Programming and Special Events Planned for Vision Expo West 2021
As co-organizer of Vision Expo, The Vision Council is pleased to share the schedule of programming and events set to take place at Vision Expo West 2021, taking place at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada from September 22-25, 2021. To register for Vision Expo West 2021, click here.
Members are encouraged to browse the special events directory here. Event schedule is subject to change. For the latest VisionSAFE guidelines, click here.
The Seen
The Seen, a new main stage destination at Vision Expo West, is designed to serve as the Show’s central hub for collaborative learning and networking. The Seen will feature a robust schedule of panels and presentations, including the EYE2EYE Series, an educational series of interactive panels featuring industry experts in discussion on topics ranging from fashion trend forecasts and how to develop a more inclusive workplace to tactics for refining patient care.
The Seen will also house the Innovation Stage, the Show Floor destination dedicated to groundbreaking content and state-of-the-art products and services revolutionizing the industry. Additionally, the OPTImum Lounge, dedicated to key decision-makers, buyers, ophthalmic professionals, lab owners, directors and top-level management, will be located in The Seen. On Saturday, September 25, The Seen will host the Career Zone-Student Lounge, a destination for students to connect with optical companies that are actively recruiting and explore career resources.
To view the complete schedule of events taking place at The Seen, filterable by date, here. Event schedule is subject to change.
The Vision Council’s Member Events
Additionally, The Vision Council will host several events for members during Vision Expo West.
The Vision Council’s Member Welcome Reception will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 22, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. PST at Sugarcane at The Venetian, offering members the opportunity to connect in a relaxed environment.
Prospective and current members of the Emerging Optical Leaders Committee (EOL) are invited to the EOL Meeting and Recruitment event on Wednesday, September 22 at 3:30-5 p.m. PST. The event will offer potential members the opportunity to network as well as learn more about the EOL Committee, which exists to identify the next generation of optical industry leaders for The Vision Council.
Members are encouraged to register through the member portal.