Exclusive opportunities offered at Vision Expo West this year include more than 85 parties and co-located events as well as a host of buying opportunities. Vision Expo West 2015 will be held this September at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada (Education: Sept. 16-19, 2015; Exhibition: Sept. 17-19, 2015).

“We have such a vibrant mix of professional backgrounds,” explains Deborah Castor, Vice President, Shows and Meetings for The Vision Council. “The variety of events hosted here each year speaks to the diversity of the profession as well as to the industry’s recognition that you can do and see it all here, but on your own terms.”

The more than 90 events include: 18 new, 24 in conjunction with affiliate partners, 21 featuring specialty education, 12 parties hosted or sponsored by exhibitors, six press conferences, four celebrity appearances and 26 events and meetings hosted by Vision Expo or The Vision Council.

Celebrities scheduled to appear include Tony Hawk, Rick Hopper, Wee Man, and blind golf champion Jeremy Poincenot. In addition, champagne toasts, booth demonstrations, contests, free gifts, discounted shows, restaurant specials and more abound at the top tradeshow for eyecare professionals in the Americas and can all be found online.

Additionally, Optometrists can re-connect with old classmates at a host of alumni receptions at Vision Expo West. Alumni from all schools can use the Vision Mobile App to find each other at the Conference and connect.

For a full listing of events and activities occurring at Vision Expo West please refer to the events schedule.

Hear about why two members of the Vision Expo Conference Advisory Board love coming to Las Vegas by checking out their videos on YouTube.

For more information or to register online, visit www.visionexpowest.com. Attendees who register online through InGo using their Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn accounts can encourage their peers to join them in Las Vegas for Vision Expo West by sharing registration information in an auto post.