Opticianry Summit?

[Fezz]

http://theopticalvisionsite.com/education-and-events/opticianry-summit-planned-for-may-2012/

http://www.thevisioncouncil.org/opticianrysummit/content_15999.cfm?navID=850

Thoughts, ideas, opinions?

Is the Society to Advance Opticianry involved?

Who are the players? Is it the same old, same old, Old Boys Club?

It isn't April 1st! Is this a joke?

[Fezz]

If the American Board of Opticianry is involved......I'm not interested!

If the Opticians Assoc. of America is involved......I'm not interested!

If the Good Old Boys Club members are involved......I'm not interested!


Are any of you interested?

Why?

Why not?

[Now I See]

I have to read through everything....but I think it's worth a look. I believe we're at a crossroads, not sure where the road will lead, but I'm gonna look at the map carefully.

[Barry Santini]

Invitation only. Mission is to "Shake it up" Wasn't invited, but will send a short outline/wish list for optician training. No need to repeat my feelings here.

Keeping fingers crossed.

B

[Fezz]

Is the National Academy of Opticianry involved?

[fvc2020]

I'm not sure how Minnesota is going to represented since we have no state association......I guess our reps maybe???????

[wmcdonald]

I hope that everyone will give this an opportunity. I have not been invited, which is strange seeing that I have been the most fervent change agent to actually study what Opticians actually want to see happen, but it is not about me. It is about the future for Opticians to come. Please pray for this somewhat secretive group, and hope that they can at least develop some kind of basic minimum standards. Until all Opticians across the nation have at least similar backgrounds, we are dead in the water. I am told that the Vision Council and ABO are coordinating/funding this meeting, and I wish them the very best. I also hope that other professional groups are at the table, which I understand is the case.

To all my friends on this board, please be open minded and lets see what happens.
Warren

[Laurie]

Hi Fezz(y),

Yes, the SAO has been invited, we are having a conference call to talk about sending a representative. I am unable to attend as it is our final exam week, which I cannot miss.

As Warren stated, lets be open minded. Many good people are attending from all of the national orgs as well as state society leaders. I met with Ed D and Frank G from VCPN during VEE, and they are whole-heartedly supportive of a positive movement forward, and support the mission and goals of the Society to Advance Opticianry.

It is important to get all of the leaders in one room. The National ABO conference is a great venue to network, however, as all of the orgs had their own meetings, it was hard to get everyone in the same room at the same time. Our program manager, Bill Underwood will be one of the NFOS representatives, and I have good vibes about the outcome.

I will be happy to report any news that comes my way. Let's all send them our very best wishes and good vibes!

: )

Laurie

[Fezz]

My invite must have gotten lost in the mail!


:poop::poop::poop:

[Uilleann]

A veritable potpourri of the very institutions who have lowered opticianry's status quo nationwide. An open mind would be far easier were it not these very same that caused much of the problem in the first place. And for those of us who don't "pray" (which I certainly won't be here): "Hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid!" ;)

[Chris Ryser]

Make up your own mind if they qualify for an optical summit..........................

http://theopticalvisionsite.com/educ...-for-may-2012/

http://www.thevisioncouncil.org/opticianrysummit/content_15999.cfm?navID=850

Thoughts, ideas, opinions?

The vision council is an association of optical manufacturers and suppliers and use the profits of the VEE and VEW for common advertising towards the consumers. That is the original intention.

Here is some some history from their website:

History

The Vision Council has evolved greatly over the years, expanding and improving its services to help grow the optical industry.


1940s
The Optical Industry Association (OMA), was formed to help to promote a business environment to stimulate growth and influence the eye care industry. Comprised of manufacturers of ophthalmic frames, lenses, cases and optical machinery, OMA sought to create opportunities to grow the industry and provided forums, technical standards, statistical information, advocacy services, education, communication products and management support services. OMA members benefited from many types of reports and statistical information.

This article, written in 1980, provides more background about the OMA.

1985
Members of the OMA set up the Vision Industry Council of America (VICA) to grow the ophthalmic market for the entire industry, including suppliers, manufacturers, practitioners and optical laboratories. The International Vision Expo shows were created as a centerpiece to showcase products and bring suppliers and their customers together.

In 1985, VICA took over the Better Vision Institute (BVI). The BVI was founded in 1929 and had a reputation as an advocate of vision care. The BVI brings together representatives from the fields of ophthalmology, opticianry and optometry and advised VICA in developing programs and materials, ensuring that the vision messages were accurate.

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Make up your own mind if they qualify for an optical summit............................................They are both driven by commercial interest's.

[Fezz]

A veritable potpourri of the very institutions who have lowered opticianry's status quo nationwide. An open mind would be far easier were it not these very same that caused much of the problem in the first place.

+1000000000!!!

[Laurie]

sigh....

We will be successful with or without positive opinions/vibes from the gallery. Fezz, while I think you are nice guy and a great optician, you think it is BS because YOU were not personally invited? Really?

Every time I am tempted to post here, negative mud-slinging reminds me why I refrain.

Wishing you all the best in your endeavors. As for myself, I will remain positive and work hard and volunteer on Opticianry's behalf. What are you doing?


Laurie

[Uilleann]

...I will remain positive and work hard and volunteer on Opticianry's behalf. What are you doing?

Laurie

Remaining realistic.

Sigh indeed.

[Wes]

Maybe you guys can wait to see what happens and poo poo it later if it's a bust? I'm really tired of the "prophets of doom" like Harold Camping, Uilleann, and the bum down the street with the "Repent!" sign that keep trying to ruin my day.
How would you spin it if something positive came out of this? "Opticianry Summit threatens underprivileged opticians!"???