Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast while connecting with fellow attendees before the day’s sessions begin. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal or a light bite, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

Start the day with engaging discussions, fresh perspectives, and meaningful opportunities to learn, connect, and take away lasting insights. 

We live in a time of constant change and high expectations, leading to rising anxiety and loneliness. Neil Pasricha offers practical, science-backed tools from his bestseller The Happiness Equation to help build positive habits and improve daily mindset through proven methods and engaging stories. 

Let's explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping optometry and healthcare. We'll cover the basics of AI, its practical uses for streamlining admin work, improving patient care, and supporting optometrists. Take this chance to learn how technology and compassionate service come together.

By the way, AI was used to write this description. 

We continue to evolve our doctor programs and deepen our investments in private practice. In this session, you’ll hear about the latest Premier Edge + PECAA program updates and how your practice can maximize VSP doctor programs. 

Networking Lunch Discussion Topics

Connect with your peers and industry leaders during our networking lunch. Choose a discussion table based on the topic that interests you most and join the conversation.

The Personal Touch: Building Patient Loyalty

Focus: Patient Experience & Retention

Explore ways to create memorable patient experiences that build trust, encourage referrals, and inspire long-term loyalty. 

High Tech, High-Touch: Using Technology to Enhance the Patient Experience

Focus: Technology

Discuss how practices are using technology, automation, and AI to improve efficiency while maintaining a personalized patient experience.

People Power: Building a Strong Team

Focus: Staffing & Culture

Share ideas for attracting, developing, and retaining team members while fostering a strong and engaged workplace culture.

Beyond the Exam: Driving Practice Growth

Focus: Growth & Profitability

Exchange strategies for expanding services, increasing patient value, and identifying opportunities for sustainable practice growth.

Future Ready: Building a Practice for Tomorrow

Focus: Industry Trends

Explore emerging trends shaping the future of private practice and discuss how to prepare for what's ahead.

Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, practical solutions, or new connections, there's a table for you. Join the conversation and learn from peers facing similar opportunities and challenges.

Join us in the lobby for light bites and refreshments before we depart for dinner.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as you make your way through the charming village of Cooperstown. This scenic journey offers an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and take in the character and history of one of America’s most iconic small towns before the evening begins. 

Step up to the plate for a curated artifact spotlight and film. Whether you're a lifelong fan or simply enjoy a great story, this experience offers something for everyone.

Step into the rich history of America’s pastime for a memorable evening at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. This unique setting provides the perfect backdrop to relax, continue meaningful conversations, and create lasting memories in one of America’s most treasured landmarks.