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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180711T183000
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Oklahoma City\, OK
DESCRIPTION:Leadership & Office Structure\nDiscussion Outline:\nTogether we’ll discuss aspects of Leadership in our practice offices\, including: \n\nWho is in charge… of who? What are the shifting dynamics of this?\nHow do we inspire greatness in office performance?\nHow do we address situations where a staff member isn’t quite pulling their weight?\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key office managers. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-oklahoma-city-ok-2/
LOCATION:Broadway 10\, 1101 N Broadway Ave #101\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180711T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180531T000117Z
UID:15740-1531333800-1531342800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Avoiding Professional Burnout\nDiscussion Outline:\nFor doctors and staff alike\, the demands of running an independent optical practice are many\, to say the least. There are the day to day challenges of providing skilled customer service\, and there are long term business strategies that need to be implemented. Left to their own devices\, these pressures can sooner or later lead to professional burnout. At this event\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nScheduling & staff coverage\nAvoiding employee burnout & methods to increase retention\nTime off – how long and how often?\nand More\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-portland-or/
LOCATION:Hotel Vintage\, 422 SW Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180710T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180608T042355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180608T042355Z
UID:15889-1531220400-1531224000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Utilizing Social Media to Amplify Your Word-of-Mouth Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Utilizing Social Media to Amplify Your Word-of-Mouth Marketing\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, July 10\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific \nPresented by: Kristin Choryan\, Program Consultant\, Innexus by Innereactive \nCourse Description:\nPatient word of mouth is more important than ever before. But those conversations have moved from the font yard between neighbors to the social feeds of online friends. This webinar will help your practice walk away with tangible ideas to better leverage your social media to amplify the impact of all the great things your patients have to say about you. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-utilizing-social-media-to-amplify-your-word-of-mouth-marketing/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180628T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180605T030226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180605T030226Z
UID:15784-1530183600-1530187200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Grow Your Lashes and Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Grow Your Lashes and Your Practice\nDate & Time: Thursday\, June 28\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific \nPresented by: Seema Nanda\, OD \nCourse Description:\nThe onslaught of on-line venues for contact lenses and glasses are slowly leading our patients away from our practices. The traditional eye care model no longer exists. Now strategies must be deliberated to bring our patients back. One way is to consider bringing aesthetics into our optometric world. Through the advent of the Zoria collection\, OcuSOFT’s new aesthetic line\, a discussion of the latest products from lid hygiene to lash growth will help revive a stagnant bottom line. Come join this informative webinar and learn how to implement these products in your practice. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-grow-your-lashes-and-your-practice/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180622
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T012930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T012930Z
UID:15374-1529578800-1529597700@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Tradeshow: Optometry's Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Optometry’s Meeting\nPECAA will be exhibiting at Optometry’s Meeting 2018\, June 21 – June 22\, 2018 in Denver\, CO. Please come visit the PECAA booth (#1422) and say hello to our representatives!
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/tradeshow-optometrys-meeting/
LOCATION:Colorado Convention Center\, 700 14th St\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180619T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180426T223212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180605T025941Z
UID:14724-1529406000-1529409600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Taking Care of Your Employees That Take Care of Your Patients
DESCRIPTION:Taking Care of Your Employees That Take Care of Your Patients\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, June 19\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific \nPresented by: Joy Gibb\, ABOC \nCourse Description:\nSeveral of the most successful companies have a similar belief – take care of your employees the way you want them to take care of your customers. This course will introduce attendees to the cultures of businesses that are ranked high by their employees as excellent to work for and why. It will also explore ways that practice owners can implement some of those ideas into their practices to help engage team members into a culture of great customer service and touch on areas that may not be commonly thought of such as; emergency practice closures\, educational opportunities\, and the benefits of excellent communication between owners and team members. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-taking-care-of-your-employees-that-take-care-of-your-patients/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180612T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180515T035745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T035745Z
UID:15527-1528828200-1528837200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Denver\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Personal Financial Stewardship & Wealth Building\nDiscussion Outline:\nWe talk quite a bit about proper financial management of our practices – yet the equally important issue of managing our personal finances remains. \nAt our upcoming PECAA Peer to Peer dinner\, we’ll focus on managing finance in our personal lives efficiently.  After a 30 minute vendor presentation and PECAA Announcements\, Nathan Pierce from Wealth Strategies Group will lead us through a Case Study (Meet the Abernathy’s!) to identify strong points and weak points in personal finances. \nThis dinner is open to doctors and practice managers only.   \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-denver-co/
LOCATION:Denver Chophouse & Brewery\, 1735 19th St #100\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180612T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180515T034806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T034806Z
UID:15524-1528828200-1528837200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Kennewick\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Employee Retention\nDiscussion Outline:\nMost of us have experienced the disappointment of seeing a valued employee give notice and move on. Often such transitions are unavoidable and beyond our control given the multiple factors involved in an employee’s decision (family life\, commute\, etc.). \nStill\, there are ways to strengthen our employees’ bond with our practices and reduce the loss of valuable personnel. At this event we’ll be discussing: \n\nWhat makes an employee apt to stay?\nWhat are ways we can motivate our employees?\nHow do we cultivate the culture of our practices to become places employees want to be a part of?\nand MORE\n\nThis event will be open to doctors and office managers only. We hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-kennewick-wa/
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:20180608T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180522T034048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180522T034048Z
UID:15626-1528482600-1528489800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Member Appreciation Family Dinner: Midway\, UT
DESCRIPTION:Member Appreciation Family Dinner\nWe hope you will join us at the historic Homestead Resort in Midway\, UT around the UOA Annual Convention for our Member Appreciation Family Dinner! \nBring your staff\, family and little ones for a casual evening with PECAA and connect with your fellow PECAA Utah Members. A barbecue buffet dinner will be provided. \nThere will also be some surprise entertainment for all ages! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/member-appreciation-family-dinner-midway-ut/
LOCATION:Homestead Resort – Patio Carousel\, 700 N Homestead Dr\, Midway\, UT\, 84049\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180609
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T012316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T012316Z
UID:15370-1528455600-1528474500@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Tradeshow: UOA Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:Utah Optometric Association Annual Convention\nPECAA is pleased to be a gold sponsor of the UOA and will be exhibiting at the UOA 2018 Annual Convention\, June 8 – June 10\, 2018 in Midway\, UT. Please come visit the PECAA booth and say hello to our representatives!
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/tradeshow-uoa-annual-convention/
LOCATION:Zermatt Resort\, 784 W Resort Dr\, Midway\, UT\, 84049\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180607T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180515T020002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T020002Z
UID:15515-1528396200-1528405200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Spokane\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Human Resources\nDiscussion Outline:\nFinding and training the correct candidates to fit the specific needs of your practice can be a challenge in and of itself\, and determining employee pay and benefits can be a major hurdle for most employers. What kind of HR policies have you implemented in your practice to ensure both you and your employees benefit accordingly? \nDuring this Peer to Peer dinner and discussion we will dive deeper into interviewing techniques\, employee training\, how to determine pay and benefits\, employee incentive ideas\, dealing with reviews and raises as well as other common HR practices. \nDue to the sensitive nature of this topic\, this event will be open to doctors only. We hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-spokane-wa/
LOCATION:Clinkerdaggers\, 621 W Mallon St\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180606T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180512T035231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180512T035231Z
UID:15496-1528309800-1528318800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Atlanta\, GA
DESCRIPTION:Avoiding Professional Burnout\nDiscussion Outline:\nFor doctors and staff alike\, the demands of running an independent optical practice are many\, to say the least. There are the day to day challenges of providing skilled customer service\, and there are long term business strategies that need to be implemented. Left to their own devices\, these pressures can sooner or later lead to professional burnout. At this event\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nScheduling & staff coverage\nAvoiding employee burnout & methods to increase retention\nTime off – how long and how often?\nand More\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-atlanta-ga/
LOCATION:Ruth Chris – Atlanta\, 3285 Peachtree Road NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180606T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180501T045331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T045331Z
UID:14943-1528271100-1528290000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Optical Merchandising Workshop: Columbus\, OH
DESCRIPTION:Optical Merchandising Workshop\nPECAA’s popular one-day Optical Merchandising Workshops are designed to give attendees a better perspective on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshops include a complete day of learning and hands-on courses (COPE & ABO approved) that are beneficial for doctors\, optical buyers and practice administrators. Free to attend! \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:Columbus Marriott NW\, 5605 Blazer Pkwy\, Dublin\, OH\, 43017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180605T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T022324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T022324Z
UID:15380-1528223400-1528232400@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Los Angeles\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Avoiding Professional Burnout\nDiscussion Outline:\nFor doctors and staff alike\, the demands of running an independent optical practice are many\, to say the least. There are the day to day challenges of providing skilled customer service\, and there are long term business strategies that need to be implemented. Left to their own devices\, these pressures can sooner or later lead to professional burnout. At this event\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nScheduling & staff coverage\nAvoiding employee burnout & methods to increase retention\nTime off – how long and how often?\nand More\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-los-angeles-ca/
LOCATION:Crossings\, 1010 Mission St\, South Pasadena\, CA\, 91030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180605T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180512T034854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180512T034854Z
UID:15494-1528196400-1528200000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Work Smarter Not Harder: Let Your Reps Do Some of the Heavy Lifting
DESCRIPTION:Work Smarter Not Harder: Let Your Reps Do Some of the Heavy Lifting\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, June 5\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific \nPresented by: Sara Campbell\, Membership Manager\, PECAA \nCourse Description:\nYou’re the expert when it comes to your practice and your patients. Your vendor reps are experts when it comes to their products and sales trends. Why not tap into that expertise to help build your practice? Let’s explore the many ways your reps can help to support your practice and make your job easier. Let’s work smarter\, not harder! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-work-smarter-not-harder-let-your-reps-do-some-of-the-heavy-lifting/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180605T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180501T044922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180501T044922Z
UID:14939-1528184700-1528203600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Optical Merchandising Workshop: Charlotte\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Optical Merchandising Workshop\nPECAA’s popular one-day Optical Merchandising Workshops are designed to give attendees a better perspective on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshops include a complete day of learning and hands-on courses (COPE & ABO approved) that are beneficial for doctors\, optical buyers and practice administrators. Free to attend! \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-charlotte-nc/
LOCATION:Sheraton Charlotte\, 555 S. Mcdowell St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180531T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T023451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T023451Z
UID:15384-1527764400-1527768000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Want More Patients? Convenience is Key.
DESCRIPTION:Want More Patients? Convenience is Key.\nDate & Time: Thursday\, May 31\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific \nPresented by: Kristin Choryan\, Program Consultant\, Innexus by Innereactive \nCourse Description:\nIn eye care\, we often make it far too hard on prospective patients to learn about and schedule appointments with our practices. If ignored\, this diminishes the effectiveness of even the best marketing and promotion programs. This webinar will highlight 4 specific ways you can make your practice more convenient and accessible to today’s on-demand and on-the-go patient. See real world examples of these strategies at work\, and walk away with tangible ideas to actually get more new patients into your office. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-want-more-patients-convenience-is-key/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180524T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180504T005501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180504T005501Z
UID:15062-1527186600-1527195600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Kansas City\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Taking Advantage of PECAA’s Member Business Advisor Program\nDiscussion Outline:\nThe Member Business Advisor (MBA) program is one of the most popular benefits in PECAA’s portfolio of services. PECAA’s Tyler Judkins will be on hand as we discuss MBA benefits and how to access them\, including: \n\nBusiness Assessment tools available like Profit and Loss Analysis\, Marketing Assessments\, Incentive and Rebate Strategies\, SuccessTRACK and more.\nPractice Valuations: Background on determining current market worth.\nPractice Operations: How PECAA’s MBA advisors can assist in solving nagging issues.\nBilling & Coding: One of our most popular resources; help with insurance related questions.\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-kansas-city-mo/
LOCATION:McCormick & Schmick’s – Kansas City\, 7448 W 47th St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180523T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T010702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T010702Z
UID:15363-1527100200-1527109200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Columbus\, OH
DESCRIPTION:Practice Expansion & Growth Strategies\nDiscussion Outline:\nTogether\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nWhat are some of the ways we can sell more nutraceuticals and dry eye products to increase profitability?\nWhat are some techniques to sell multiple pairs of eyewear even when customers are on a limited vision plan?\nWhat are new technologies available in the market that can increase private pay or billable procedures?\nOnline competition strategies:\n\nIs it possible to mark-up frames with so many online frame sites selling frames below MSRP?\nCan we increase profits and patient satisfaction by selling one-day lenses? What incentives can be offered to buy through a practice?\nWhat are some of the most effective ways to keep our patients from taking their Rx somewhere else to fill?\n\n\nWhat are the most promising Return on Investments in New Technologies\, such as OCT\, OPTOS?\nHow to tap into the ever-expanding millennial market?\nHow best to entice patients to patronize independent practices versus chains?\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-columbus-oh-2/
LOCATION:Refectory\, 1092 Bethel Rd\, Columbus\, OH\, 43220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180523T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180426T225701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T225701Z
UID:14735-1527061500-1527080400@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Optical Merchandising Workshop: Naperville\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Optical Merchandising Workshop\nPECAA’s popular one-day Optical Merchandising Workshops are designed to give attendees a better perspective on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshops include a complete day of learning and hands-on courses (COPE & ABO approved) that are beneficial for doctors\, optical buyers and practice administrators. Free to attend! \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-naperville-il/
LOCATION:Chicago Marriott Naperville\, 1801 N Naper Blvd\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180504T004339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180504T004339Z
UID:15059-1527013800-1527022800@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Seattle\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Vital Signs: Key Metrics for Managing the Health & Growth of Your Practice\nDiscussion Outline:\nOur “gut perceptions” of how our practices are performing are sometimes on the mark\, yet often certain salient aspects capture our attention more than others.  It may seem – anecdotally – that contact lens fittings are on the uptick\, or that a certain demographic of customer is dropping a bit\, etc. when in fact other unseen trends are impacting our businesses more. \nThe answer lies in tracking our practices’ Key Metrics. Using consistent benchmarks facilitates reasoned decision making that responds to our true strengths and weaknesses in the marketplace. Together\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nTypes of metrics: revenue\, optical\, staffing\, clinical\, etc. How do we best understand and group them?\nTools to record key metrics in real time\, including those int he PECAA portfolio (e.g. SuccessTRACK) that support more accurate and meaningful tracking.\nThe bottom line: using your metrics to improve the future performance of your practice.\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-seattle-wa/
LOCATION:Pearl – Bellevue\, 700 Bellevue Way NE #50\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T130000
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UID:14731-1526975100-1526994000@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Optical Merchandising Workshop: Milwaukee\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Optical Merchandising Workshop\nPECAA’s popular one-day Optical Merchandising Workshops are designed to give attendees a better perspective on the process of merchandising\, creating compelling frame displays and managing frame inventory in order to maximize profitability. \nThe workshops include a complete day of learning and hands-on courses (COPE & ABO approved) that are beneficial for doctors\, optical buyers and practice administrators. Free to attend! \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/optical-merchandising-workshop-milwaukee-wi/
LOCATION:Milwaukee Marriott Downtown\, 323 E Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 52302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180518
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180510T011744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180510T011744Z
UID:15366-1526554800-1526573700@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Tradeshow: POA Spring Congress
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania Optometric Association Spring Congress\nPECAA will be exhibiting at the POA 2018 Spring Congress\, May 17 – May 20\, 2018 in Seven Springs\, PA. Please come visit the PECAA booth and say hello to our representatives!
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/tradeshow-poa-spring-congress/
LOCATION:Seven Springs Resort\, 777 Water Wheel Dr\, Champion\, PA\, 15622\, United States
CATEGORIES:State Association Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180516T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180413T234502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073504Z
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SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Indianapolis\, IN
DESCRIPTION:Tax Strategies\nDiscussion Outline:\nThe old adage runs something like\, “it’s not how much you make\, it’s how much you keep.” That’s certainly true when it comes to taxes\, and now the rules of the game have changed big time. \nTogether\, we’ll be discussing tax strategies\, including: \n\nWhat’s the lowdown on Section 179 equipment write off ($500\,000)?\nNew tax law – how are C-Corps vs. S-Corps impacted?\nNew tax law – how does it impact Illinois tax filers?\nWrite it off! What are the dos\, don’ts\, and maybees?\nHow do personal tax strategies relate to professional tax management?\n\nThis dinner is open to both doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there!\nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-indianapolis-in/
LOCATION:Ruth Chris – Indianapolis\, 2727 E 86th St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180509T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180426T224659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T224659Z
UID:14728-1525890600-1525899600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Salt Lake City\, UT
DESCRIPTION:Leadership in Our Practices\nDiscussion Outline:\nThoughtful leadership is critical to the success of an independent optical practice. Together\, we’ll be discussing: \n\nWhat are the qualities of a leader?\nWhat are some examples of leadership fails?\nHow do we best lead by example in our own practices?\nAnd More!\n\nWe’ll be looking to share our own experiences about what works and what doesn’t in terms of leadership approaches in optometric practice management. \nThis dinner is open to both doctors and staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-salt-lake-city-ut/
LOCATION:Stanza Italian Bistro\, 454 E 300 S\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180509T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180413T234011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073247Z
UID:14239-1525890600-1525899600@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Maui\, HI
DESCRIPTION:Niche Specialties\nDiscussion Outline:\nDuring this dinner and discussion\, we will be discussing niche specialties and how we can make our practices thrive by offering enhanced offerings in dry eye care\, glaucoma\, contact lenses and more! \nThis dinner is open to doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there!\nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-maui-hi/
LOCATION:Humble Market Kitchin\, 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr\, Wailea\, HI\, 96753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180508T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180413T233654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073219Z
UID:14236-1525804200-1525813200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Honolulu\, HI
DESCRIPTION:Niche Specialties\nDiscussion Outline:\nDuring this dinner and discussion\, we will be discussing niche specialties and how we can make our practices thrive by offering enhanced offerings in dry eye care\, glaucoma\, contact lenses and more! \nThis dinner is open to doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there!\nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-honolulu-hi/
LOCATION:Vino Tapas & Wine Bar\, 500 Ala Moana Blvd.\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180508T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180413T233410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073049Z
UID:14232-1525804200-1525813200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: San Antonio\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Avoiding Professional Burnout\nDiscussion Outline:\nDo you believe you’ve reached the perfect work/life balance? Finding that balance can be hard\, and the more you struggle with it\, the more you risk professional burnout (mental exhaustion combined with doubts about the value of your work). \nDuring this dinner and discussion\, we will be going over strategies and steps you can take to avoid professional burnout. We will also be discussing: \n\nScheduling & staff coverage so that you can focus on what you do best\nAvoiding employee burnout & methods to increase retention\nTime off – how often and how long?\n\nWe hope to see you there!\nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-san-antonio-tx/
LOCATION:Paesanos 1604\, 3622 Paesanos Parkway\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180508T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180508T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180412T091711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073017Z
UID:14088-1525804200-1525813200@portal.pecaa.com
SUMMARY:Peer-to-Peer Dinner: Minneapolis\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Frame Board & Optical Management\nDinner Outline:\nThis dinner and discussion will focus on frame board and optical management. Together we’ll discuss: \n\nKnowing the numbers: rate of sale\, turnover\, frame suppliers\nThe ins and outs of SPIFFS for optical personnel\, optical sales\, multiple sales\nHow to keep more Rx’s in house and handling PD requests\nHow do we promote service of independent practitioners over price\nAnd More!\n\nThis dinner is open to doctors and key staff members. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRSVP NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/peer-to-peer-dinner-minneapolis-mn/
LOCATION:Mercy Dining Room & Bar\, 901 Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180508T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T013340
CREATED:20180412T091418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T073412Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ditching the Traditional Performance Review
DESCRIPTION:Ditching the Traditional Performance Review\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, May 8\, 2018  |  11:00am – 12:00pm Pacific\nPresented by: Sharon Jutila\, AmeriBen \nCourse Description:\nAn ongoing trend among progressive businesses is to do away with annual performance reviews. The reasons for doing this are many but the most prevalent is that performance reviews aren’t motivating to employees or beneficial for employers. But what should replace the traditional performance review as you still need to motivate and monitor employee performance? \nThis live webinar first helps practitioners understand why traditional performance reviews fail to provide employee or employers with helpful information and feedback on performance. Second\, and more importantly\, it provides you with a framework of tools and processes that you can use in place of the performance review in order to motivate employees and gain useful information about employees’ performance for managers and the company. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-ditching-the-traditional-performance-review/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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