Events in August 2021

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August 3, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: Small Org Affinity Group

2:00 pm: Small Org Affinity Group


August 3, 2021

Members Only
Small Org Affinity Group - This affinity group is for leaders of our smaller member organizations to discuss topics and issues pertinent to their size. The group will be open to any VSA Member CEO or Executive Director from membership tiers 1, 2 and 3 (with the stipulation that your annual operating expenses are under $2M). Contact Wendy@visionservealliance.org or check the latest members eNews to register.

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August 20, 2021(2 events)

All day: Envision Virtual Conference East

All day: Envision Virtual Conference East

All day
August 20, 2021 August 21, 2021

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 20, 2021
Register (opens in new window).

Every year since 2006, we’ve organized an annual conference that gives you the opportunity to keep up with the latest ideas and advancements in research, practice and technology. And every year since its inception, our conference has grown. It began as the first multidisciplinary conference dedicated to vision rehabilitation and research. Today, it’s the premier international conference for networking with medical professionals, researchers and industry representatives—all wanting to share their ideas on how to improve the lives of people with low vision.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Anyone whose professional life touches people with low vision can benefit from Envision Conference—from optometrists and rehabilitation therapists to special education teachers and government policy makers. Every year, our attendees include the following:

Optometrists
Ophthalmologists
Occupational therapists
Rehabilitation therapists
Licensed visual therapists
Vision researchers
Nurses
Industry representatives
Special education teachers
Community agency personnel
Government policy makers
Rehabilitation engineers
Assistive technology
Practitioners/suppliers

WHY ATTEND?
If you’ve been before, we look forward to seeing you again for another amazing event—and if you’ve never attended the Envision Conference, you’re in for an experience that’s sure to exceed your expectations.

Virtual networking - Connect with professionals from a range of disciplines to expand your personal and professional network. Use our virtual event feature Attendee Hub to have a real-time conversation with an exhibitor or connect with other attendees.
Earn continuing education credits - Keep learning online. Safely and effectively earn continuing education credit during these uncertain times. Earn up to 16 hours of continuing education credits.
Virtual exhibit hall - Make a presentation directly to practitioners and researchers who might be interested in your products or services. Virtual exhibit booths leverage the Cvent Virtual Attendee Hub event management platform for virtual exhibit halls and include video conferencing, document and video upload posts and the ability to pre-schedule appointments to increase lead generation and drive brand awareness.
Advertise - Reach hundreds of attendees by having your ad in the conference online program or distributing your electronic product brochure or white paper.

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2:00 pm: OIB-TAC August Webinar

2:00 pm: OIB-TAC August Webinar


August 20, 2021

Join OIB TAC for their August Webinar “Using Technology to Increase the Independence of Older Adults with Combined Hearing and Vision Loss” on Friday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m. CST. Learn more about DeafBlindness and the unique considerations for this population of older adults, including technology options. For more information and to register, visit their Community of Practice event page.

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August 21, 2021(1 event)

All day: Envision Virtual Conference East

All day: Envision Virtual Conference East

All day
August 20, 2021 August 21, 2021

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 20, 2021
Register (opens in new window).

Every year since 2006, we’ve organized an annual conference that gives you the opportunity to keep up with the latest ideas and advancements in research, practice and technology. And every year since its inception, our conference has grown. It began as the first multidisciplinary conference dedicated to vision rehabilitation and research. Today, it’s the premier international conference for networking with medical professionals, researchers and industry representatives—all wanting to share their ideas on how to improve the lives of people with low vision.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Anyone whose professional life touches people with low vision can benefit from Envision Conference—from optometrists and rehabilitation therapists to special education teachers and government policy makers. Every year, our attendees include the following:

Optometrists
Ophthalmologists
Occupational therapists
Rehabilitation therapists
Licensed visual therapists
Vision researchers
Nurses
Industry representatives
Special education teachers
Community agency personnel
Government policy makers
Rehabilitation engineers
Assistive technology
Practitioners/suppliers

WHY ATTEND?
If you’ve been before, we look forward to seeing you again for another amazing event—and if you’ve never attended the Envision Conference, you’re in for an experience that’s sure to exceed your expectations.

Virtual networking - Connect with professionals from a range of disciplines to expand your personal and professional network. Use our virtual event feature Attendee Hub to have a real-time conversation with an exhibitor or connect with other attendees.
Earn continuing education credits - Keep learning online. Safely and effectively earn continuing education credit during these uncertain times. Earn up to 16 hours of continuing education credits.
Virtual exhibit hall - Make a presentation directly to practitioners and researchers who might be interested in your products or services. Virtual exhibit booths leverage the Cvent Virtual Attendee Hub event management platform for virtual exhibit halls and include video conferencing, document and video upload posts and the ability to pre-schedule appointments to increase lead generation and drive brand awareness.
Advertise - Reach hundreds of attendees by having your ad in the conference online program or distributing your electronic product brochure or white paper.

More information

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August 30, 2021(1 event)

2:00 pm: New CEO Affinity Group

2:00 pm: New CEO Affinity Group


August 30, 2021

This affinity group is for leaders of member organizations who have been in their position for 3 years or less. Open to VSA members only. See your latest eNew or contact wendy@visionservealliance.org to sign up.

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