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including free entry into the exhibit hall , six hours of continuing education , literature and a Vision Expo mug .
Those interested in joining can do so on the Vision Expo West website .
“ The form can be completed and submitted online ,” said Stephanie Sikorski , marketing and communication manager for The Vision Council .
She added that membership to The Young Professionals Club is a great way to learn what is happening in the industry .
EYE2ZONE Launched at Vision Expo East 2013 , the EYE2 ZONE is a dedicated showcase for new , non-traditional vision technologies . Experience how your patients and customers can enhance vision or athletic performance , communicate or view media , measure and monitor biometric data , promote wellness and more . Learn how and why you should be influencing decisions related to technology that involves their eyes . Enjoy live demonstrations and the ability to touch and feel the next generation of vision technology .
Optometrist and Optician Referral Program The Optometrist Referral Program and the Optician Referral Program are designed to encourage ODs and Opticians to attend International Vision Expo West for the first time based on a peer referral . Each referring participant can submit up to five referrals . Both the person providing the referral and the OD or Optician colleague who is being referred will receive one of a choice off our gifts valued at $ 100 each and it will be awarded onsite at the OD / OP Referral Desk in the main Registration Area .
Find Your Way Once again Vision Expo has developed several tools to help visitors navigate around the event .
The online show planner tool allows you to access your calendar , vendor information and do searches from your smart phone .
You can find the app in the Play Store and App Store . VEW is also using social media to connect with visitors and can be found on
Facebook , Twitter and YouTube .
What Happens in Vegas ...... Participation in VEW not only helps visitors increase their knowledge , it is also a great opportunity to explore Las Vegas . Guests have several opportunities to take advantage of discounts to entertainment such as Jersey Boys and Cirque du Soleil . Discounts are also available for tours , shopping and food .
Keep watching the VEW website for more details .
To learn more and to register for the event visit www . visionexpowest . com

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