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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191018
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SUMMARY:Tradeshow: EastWest
DESCRIPTION:EastWest Eye Conference 2019\nPECAA will be exhibiting at the 2019 EastWest Eye Conference\, October 17 – October 19\, 2019 in Cleveland\, OH. Please come visit the PECAA booth (#316) and say hello to our representatives!
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/eastwest-2019/
LOCATION:Cleveland Convention Center\, 300 Lakeside Ave E\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44113\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Coralville\, IA
DESCRIPTION:PECAA Update & Future Eye Care Trends\nCome join us as we gather for a good meal and conversation. I’ll share the latest updates on PECAA benefits\, and we can share our insights on the future trends in the Eye Care business. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and 2-3 key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-coralville-q419/
LOCATION:30hop\, 900 E 2nd Ave\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T210000
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CREATED:20190917T230611Z
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Raleigh\, NC
DESCRIPTION:The Integrated Eye Care Initiative\nWe are now on the cusp of the second wave of healthcare reform being driven by the 21st Century Cures Act and the transition from fee-for-service to outcome-based care. \nThe definition of success under outcome-based care is different than it was under fee-for-service and is continually evolving. With all of the demands on you as a provider\, PECAA’s Integrated Eye Care Initiative (IECI) is here to help take the mystery away from the changes that are occurring in healthcare delivery and work with you to create a strategy and customized pathway to success. \nAt our upcoming Raleigh dinner\, Dr. Jim Grue\, IECI Director\, will provide an overview of this critical PECAA program. Among the talking points: \n\nIs It Time to Stop Hitting the Snooze Button? A Paradigm Shift for Eye Care.\nWhat Should My Practice Be Doing Now?\nCommunity Research: What’s Happening in My Backyard?\nElectronic Communications: How Can I Save 10 Minutes on Every New Patient?\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and practice managers. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-raleigh-q419/
LOCATION:Midtown Grill\, 4421 Six Forks Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190830T075957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T075957Z
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SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Salt Lake City\, UT
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-slc/
LOCATION:Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel\, 150 W 500 S\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191015T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191015T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190927T055739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T055739Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Employment Law Update 2019
DESCRIPTION:Employment Law Update 2019\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, October 15\, 2019  |  10:00am – 11:00am Pacific\nPresented by: Sharon Jutila\, AmeriBen \nCourse Description: \nThe laws relevant in the workplace are changing all the time. Whether it is a new interpretation of an existing law or regulation\, or new legislation passed at the federal\, state\, or local level the employees that are responsible for making sure these laws are enforced in the workplace must be informed of all these changes to ensure appropriate policies are created or updated and all employees are informed of the new requirements. Additionally\, laws being passed at the state or local level are often bell-weather warnings of employment issues that may be coming to your state or community in the near future. Join us for this informative look at what is going on in the area of employment law and how it may affect your company now or in the near future. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/employment-law-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191015T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191015T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190830T040740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T040740Z
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SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Dallas\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Sheraton DFW Airport\, 4440 W John Carpenter Fwy\, Irvine\, TX\, 75063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191014T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190614T000412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T081040Z
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SUMMARY:OMCC - Leadership Academy
DESCRIPTION:OMCC – Leadership Academy\nDate & Time: Begins Monday\, October 14\, 2019  |  4:00pm – 5:00pm Pacific\nPresented by: Valerie Manso\, PECAA Director of Staff Education \nCourse Description:\n\n\nYou are invited to an exclusive course designed by PECAA and taught by Valerie Manso\, PECAA’s Director of Staff Education. This course is aimed at providing a solid base of skills and understanding on the basics of managing an Independent Optometric practice. \n\nThe OMCC Leadership Academy is recommended for graduates of the original OMCC; seasoned managers and others who already have a significant management background\, but did not take the original OMCC. \n\nIt is accredited by The University of Houston\, College of Optometry. \n\n\n\nThe AOMCC will consist of 6 webinars that will begin on October 14. The webinar sessions will be held from 4:00pm – 5:00pm Pacific Time and will all be recorded and made available to attendees the following day. \nThe cost is $495 for Members\, and $795 for non-Members. Registered participants will receive a GoToWebinar Invitation for the series of 6 webinars. \n\nLEARN MORE \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/omcc-2019-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191010T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190912T045320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T045320Z
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Grand Forks\, ND
DESCRIPTION:Knowing Your Numbers (KPI’s) & What They Mean\nOur so-called “gut perceptions” of how our practices are performing may or may not be on the mark. Certain activities may capture our attention more than others. We may think contact lens fittings are on the uptick\, or that we’re not seeing as many new patients as before\, when in fact other unseen trends are impacting our bottom line more. \nThat’s where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come in. Using consistent benchmarks facilitates reasoned decision making that responds to our true strengths and weaknesses in the marketplace. Joining us will be Tyler Judkins\, PECAA’s Business & Financial Advisor\, will join us as we focus on KPIs: \n\nTypes of Metrics: revenue\, optical\, staffing\, clinical. Which ones are you measuring now?\nTools to record key metrics in real time\, including those in the PECAA portfolio (e.g. SuccessTrack) that support more accurate and meaningful tracking.\nApplying metrics analysis to direct real changes in your practice\nU.S. Averages versus North Dakota Averages\nCash Flow versus Profitability\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and office managers. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-grandforks-q419/
LOCATION:Sky’s Restaurant\, 322 Demers Ave\, Grand Forks\, ND\, 58201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191011
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190907T005628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T005628Z
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SUMMARY:Tradeshow: GWCO
DESCRIPTION:GWCO 2019\nPECAA will be exhibiting at the 2019 GWCO Congress\, October 10 – October 13\, 2019 in Portland\, OR. Please come visit the PECAA booth (#607) and say hello to our representatives!
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/gwco-2019/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191008T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190918T021827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T021827Z
UID:21388-1570532400-1570536000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Luxury Eyewear Sales Training for Staff
DESCRIPTION:Luxury Eyewear Sales Training for Staff\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, October 8\, 2019  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific\nPresented by: Pauline Premont\, Kering \nCourse Description: \nThis webinar will provide training to discuss the Luxury Retail industry and current forecasts. We will then move towards a classification of Luxury Consumers and a description and guide of how to approach each profile\, and finally\, a defined sales journey for selling luxury. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/sales-training/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191002T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191002T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190816T035331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T231905Z
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SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-chicago/
LOCATION:Chicago Naperville Marriott\, 1801 North Naper Blvd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191001T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191001T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190907T004715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T004715Z
UID:21251-1569924000-1569927600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: VSP Premier Program Changes
DESCRIPTION:VSP Premier Program Changes\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, October 1\, 2019  |  10:00am – 11:00am Pacific\nPresented by: Joe Romo\, VSP \nCourse Description: \nVSP will provide training around upcoming changes in the Premier Program and will introduce the new Premier Academy 360. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/vsppremier/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191001T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191001T120500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190816T003601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T232138Z
UID:20931-1569914100-1569931500@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-milwaukee/
LOCATION:Westin Milwaukee\, 550 North Van Buren Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190929T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190820T231123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T231123Z
UID:20972-1569754800-1569762000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Brunch: Saratoga\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Brunch\nWe hope you will join us for brunch and mimosas in Saratoga\, CA on Sunday\, September 29. This is a wonderful opportunity to get together and connect with fellow PECAA Silicone Valley peers as we discuss industry hot-topics and opportunities for running a successful private practice. \nThis event will be limited to the first 20 PECAA Members & 20 guests to register. The event is open to PECAA doctors\, staff members\, and prospective members. Please limit your RSVP to two individuals per practice.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-brunch-saratoga/
LOCATION:Saratoga Country Club\, 21990 Prospect Road\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190926T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190926T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190724T034955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T000227Z
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SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-portland/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington Square\, 9000 SW Washington Square Rd\, Tigard\, OR\, 97223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190925T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190723T055407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T055407Z
UID:20709-1569436200-1569445200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Boise\, ID
DESCRIPTION:CE Dinner: Diabetes in 2019/2020\nDiscussion Outline: \nWe are pleased to bring Dr. Paul Chous to Boise for a 1-Hour CE in the Systemic/Ocular Disease Category. COPE ID: #60904-SD (COPE PENDING) \nThis course will consider the latest breaking clinical developments regarding the care of systemic diabetes and diabetic retinopathy. Practical information will be presented that can be immediately implemented into optometric practice. \nPresenter: Dr. Chous completed his undergraduate education at Brown University and UC Irvine\, and then received his Masters and Doctorate of Optometry degrees from UC Berkeley. He has a private practice specializing in diabetes eye care and education in Tacoma\, WA. He is the author of Diabetic Eye Disease: Lessons From a Diabetic Eye Doctor\,(2003)\, a feature writer for the web sites dLife.com and diabetesincontrol.com\, editorial advisor to Review of Optometry and Optometry Times\, and an adjunct instructor at Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Chous has authored more than one hundred articles on diabetes and diabetic eye disease. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and 1-2 key staff members.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-boise-q319/
LOCATION:Twigs\, 1321 N Columbia Center Blvd #901A\, Kennewick\, WA\, 99336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190925T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190925T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190724T032318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T032318Z
UID:20739-1569395700-1569412500@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Merchandising & Marketing Workshop: San Jose\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Merchandising & Marketing Your Optical Workshop\nAccording to the MBA Practice Profile\, frame\, lens\, and contact lens sales account for 60 percent of total revenue\, making it the largest single source of revenue in an independent optometric practice. When lens products and frame inventory is strategic\, the optical can be a profit center. On the contrary\, when there is no form of inventory management\, merchandising\, or marketing in place\, some of the important choices required for success are not made consciously. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Merchandising & Marketing Workshop designed to give attendees a better understanding on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-sanjose/
LOCATION:Westin San Jose Il Fornaio\, 302 South Market Street\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190822T063100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190822T063100Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Coordinating Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Coordinating Benefits: A Simple Plan to Improve Your Practice and Patient Care\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, September 24\, 2019  |  10:00am – 11:00am Pacific\nPresented by: Christine Schneider\, VP of Operations\, RevCycle Partners \nCourse Description: \nFor many optometry practices\, coordinating benefits is so complicated they opt not to even try to do so – despite the upsides for both the patient and the practice. \nIn this webinar\, Christine Schneider\, Vice President of Operations for RevCycle Partners\, will identify the missteps optometry practices commonly make when coordinating benefits and will specifically discuss: \n· How to sort through primary and secondary insurances and when to use each\n· How to correctly bill medical insurance and VSP\n· Rules often overlooked\n· The benefits to your practice and patients. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/coordinatingbenefits/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190920T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190622T024403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190622T024439Z
UID:20427-1569000600-1569007800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Vision Expo West: Member Appreciation Party
DESCRIPTION:Member Appreciation Party Around Vision Expo West\n\nWe are excited to invite you to our Member Appreciation Party during Vision Expo West! We hope you will join us on Friday\, September 20th for beverages\, hors d’oeuvres and the chance to connect with your peers. \nThe party will be held at Lagasse’s Stadium from 5:30pm – 7:30pm and is open house style\, so please feel free to come by at a time that is convenient for you. This event is open to all Member doctors\, staff members\, vendor partners and doctors who are interested in joining our group. PECAA’s Leadership Team will be in attendance and they are excited to connect and catch up with everyone! \nPlease limit your RSVP to four individuals per practice. \n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/vew-2019-party/
LOCATION:Lagasse’s Stadium\, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South\, Ste 101\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190917T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190803T045155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190803T045155Z
UID:20893-1568745000-1568754000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Charlotte\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Basics of Financial Analysis\nDiscussion Outline: \n\nSo-called “gut perceptions” of how our practices are performing may or may not be on the mark. Certain activities may capture our attention more than others. We may think contact lens fittings are on the uptick\, or that we’re not seeing as many new patients as before\, when in fact other unseen trends are impacting our bottom line more. \nThat’s where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come in. Using consistent benchmarks facilitates reasoned decision making that responds to our true strengths and weaknesses in the marketplace. Tyler Judkins\, PECAA’s Business & Financial Advisor\, will join us as we focus on KPIs. Among our discussion points: \n\n\nTypes of Metrics: revenue\, optical\, staffing\, clinical.  Which ones are you measuring now?\nTools to record key metrics in real time\, including those in the PECAA portfolio (e.g. SuccessTrack) that support more accurate and meaningful tracking.\nApplying metrics analysis to direct real changes in your practice\nU.S. Averages versus California Averages\nCash Flow versus Profitability\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and managers.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-charlotte-q319/
LOCATION:Ruth Chris – Charlotte\, 222 South Tryon St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190911T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190813T004344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T004344Z
UID:20915-1568226600-1568235600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Orlando\, FL
DESCRIPTION:Financial Success Through Billing & Coding\nDiscussion Outline: \nFor our next Orlando area dinner we’ll be joined by PECAA’s Billing & Coding Advisors Teri Thurston & Libby MacFarland. \nWe know the revenue cycle is one of the financial pillars in any optometric business and that capturing all earned revenue in a timely fashion is essential. It can be a challenge to recognize opportunities within the day-to-day operations that may cause delayed payments or loss of revenue. However\, through denial prevention\, 90% of all payment delays can be eliminated! \nDuring this dinner\, we’ll discuss ideas on how to maximize reimbursements through strategic billing and coding techniques. You will be equipped to look for opportunities within your unique practice workflow to increase cash flow. Topic points include: \n\nFirst line of defense is collecting patient information and insurance verification\nTune into the coding elements that drives reimbursement\nIndividual medical and vision plans policies can vary\nOther opportunities to enhance revenue\n\n*While in the Orlando area\, Teri and Libby will also be available for onsite practice visits: email billing@pecaa.com to request a time. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and staff members who handle billing & coding.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-orlando-q319/
LOCATION:Capital Grill – Orlando\, 4200 Conroy Rd\, Orlando\, FL\, 32839\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190911T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190802T012516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T012516Z
UID:20861-1568226600-1568235600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Columbus\, OH
DESCRIPTION:Performance Reviews & Strategies\nDiscussion Outline: \nPerformance reviews present both opportunities and challenges. On one hand\, reviews are the primary vehicle for an employer and employee to engage in a disciplined\, in-depth meeting of minds on the working relationship. On the other hand\, if not carried out properly\, they may actually lead to misunderstandings that lower morale and reduce an employee’s motivation.\n\nAt our upcoming dinner\, we’ll be joined by PECAA’s Jenny Wiley\, Practice Operations Advisor*\, as we discuss strategies for conducting performance reviews that benefit both employer and employee. What works\, and what are the pitfalls to avoid? \n*While in the area\, Jenny will also be available for onsite practice visits.  Email Jenny (jenny@pecaa.com) to request a time. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and office managers who handle human resources.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-columbus-q319-2/
LOCATION:Mezza\, 12 W Bridge Street\, Dublin\, OH\, 43017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190911T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190911T115500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190724T023655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190724T023655Z
UID:20726-1568186100-1568202900@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Merchandising & Marketing Workshop: Philadelphia\, PA
DESCRIPTION:Merchandising & Marketing Your Optical Workshop\nAccording to the MBA Practice Profile\, frame\, lens\, and contact lens sales account for 60 percent of total revenue\, making it the largest single source of revenue in an independent optometric practice. When lens products and frame inventory is strategic\, the optical can be a profit center. On the contrary\, when there is no form of inventory management\, merchandising\, or marketing in place\, some of the important choices required for success are not made consciously. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Merchandising & Marketing Workshop designed to give attendees a better understanding on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Sheraton Philadelphia Society Hill Hotel\, One Dock Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190910T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190813T002730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190813T002730Z
UID:20912-1568140200-1568149200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Jacksonville\, FL
DESCRIPTION:Financial Success Through Billing & Coding\nDiscussion Outline: \nFor our next Jacksonville area dinner we’ll be joined by PECAA’s Billing & Coding Advisors Teri Thurston & Libby MacFarland. \nWe know the revenue cycle is one of the financial pillars in any optometric business and that capturing all earned revenue in a timely fashion is essential. It can be a challenge to recognize opportunities within the day-to-day operations that may cause delayed payments or loss of revenue. However\, through denial prevention\, 90% of all payment delays can be eliminated! \nDuring this dinner\, we’ll discuss ideas on how to maximize reimbursements through strategic billing and coding techniques. You will be equipped to look for opportunities within your unique practice workflow to increase cash flow. Topic points include: \n\nFirst line of defense is collecting patient information and insurance verification\nTune into the coding elements that drives reimbursement\nIndividual medical and vision plans policies can vary\nOther opportunities to enhance revenue\n\n*While in the Jacksonville area\, Teri and Libby will also be available for onsite practice visits: email billing@pecaa.com to request a time. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and staff members who handle billing & coding.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-jacksonville-q319/
LOCATION:Cooper’s Hawk – Jacksonville\, 4850 Big Island Drive\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190910T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190723T225746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T225746Z
UID:20715-1568140200-1568149200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Denver\, CO
DESCRIPTION:TopGolf & Open Forum\nWe’ll be mixing it up a little for our upcoming dinner! \nOur venue will be Topgolf. We’ll begin in a private room to conduct the business end of things. Next\, we’ll move to our own reserved area where we can sit\, relax\, converse\, enjoy a meal… and\, if you like\, swing some clubs! \nOur topic will be open forum\, so come prepared to discuss whatever is on your mind! \nThis dinner is open to doctors and 1-2 key staff Members per practice.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-denver-q319/
LOCATION:Topgolf – Denver\, 10601 East Easter Ave\, Centennial\, CO\, 80112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190910T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190822T010857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T013325Z
UID:21010-1568109600-1568113200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: 21st Century Cures Act
DESCRIPTION:A Discussion About the 21st Century Cures Act\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, September 10\, 2019  | 10:00am – 11:00am Pacific\nPresented by: Jim Grue\, OD \nCourse Description: \nPlease join this webinar for a discussion about the 21st Century Cures Act – what it is\, why it’s critical for eye care providers to be aware of\, and actions all eye care providers can be taking. \nThis webinar is sponsored by PECAA’s Premier Vendor Partner HOYA. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/21stcenturycures/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190910T071500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190910T122500
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190723T235544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T235544Z
UID:20722-1568099700-1568118300@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Selling Strategies Workshop: Atlanta\, GA
DESCRIPTION:Selling Strategies Workshop\nWhile 70 percent of patients report having their eye exam performed by an independent eye care professional\, only 46 percent of patients reported to purchasing their eyewear from them. Patients have more choices for purchasing than ever before\, and this shows approximately 1 in 3 patients walk out without purchasing from their independent eye care professional. While most optometry and opticianry training focuses on the clinical and technical aspects of the industry\, few include formal sales and retail training. Since frame\, lens\, and contact sales account for an average of 60% of an optometric office’s total revenue\, this is a major problem that needs solving. \nWe invite Doctors\, Managers\, Spectacle Opticians\, Contact Lens Opticians and Paraoptometric Technicians to a half-day Selling Workshop designed to provide specific strategies to help you win the online retail battle and teaches specific ways to differentiate your business while giving patients a reason to buy from you – not online. Training also includes specific verbiage and scripting to better communicate vision solutions to patients and overcome their purchasing hesitation\, while helping better understand the business aspects to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. \nThe workshop is open to PECAA Members & non-Members and is 100% free to attend. Earn COPE\, ABO\, NCLE and CPC credit. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW \nVIEW AGENDA
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/selling-strategies-workshop-atlanta/
LOCATION:Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center\, 246 Perimeter Center Pkwy\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190909T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190802T040143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T040143Z
UID:20864-1568050200-1568053800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: When to Bring On An Associate
DESCRIPTION:When to Bring On An Associate\nDate & Time: Monday\, September 9\, 2019  |  5:30pm – 6:30pm Pacific\nPresented by: Jerry Sude\, OD \nCourse Description: \nThis lecture will discuss how to determine when an associate is needed\, whether to take the place of an existing OD or to bring in a new associate\, as well as what financial and patient volume considerations need to be addressed. We will also go over how to ensure common mistakes are not missed when structuring an associate contract that could create a financial burden on the practice. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/associate/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190905T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190802T041716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T041716Z
UID:20866-1567708200-1567717200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Kennewick\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Staff Oriented Event: Overcoming the Retail World\nDiscussion Outline: \nAre you tired of hearing things your patients say\, like “I only want what my insurance covers”? If so\, come join us for good food and conversation as we look at strategies to up our game in the exam lane & dispensary\, \nHoya’s Christina McClure will join us to help guide this conversation on how to maximize patient retention and be profitable without compromising products\, service and patient satisfaction. Among our discussion points: \n\nHow to overcome retail pain points\nRetention\nSelling vs. education\nDo you have the right products?\nComfort levels with design\nAnd more!\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and staff.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-kennewick-q319/
LOCATION:Rock Wood Fired Pizza\, 4862 W Hildebrand Blvd\, Kennewick\, WA\, 99337\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190905T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T104622
CREATED:20190730T225707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T225707Z
UID:20806-1567708200-1567717200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Indianapolis\, IN
DESCRIPTION:Cash Flow\nDiscussion Outline: \nWhen we picture a money-making venture\, we call it “profitable.” That’s certainly a must in the long term\, yet just as important on a day-to-day basis is having enough cash on hand to operate. In other words\, we all need to have a handle on cash flow. \nCome join us for a good dinner and conversation as we focus on the ins and outs of cash flow\, and ways to make it work to our advantage. \nDiscussion points include: \n\nWhy cash flow drives practice value\nThe connection between cash flow\, accounts receivables\, and inventory management\nHow cash flow and effective accounts receivable management keeps businesses alive\nInvestor ratios that practices use to monitor their cash flow\nand more\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and 2-3 key staff members.  \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-indianapolis-q319/
LOCATION:Ruth Chris – Indianapolis\, 2727 E 86th St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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