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SUMMARY:San Diego Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 6:30pm PST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: San Diego\, CA\nDate & Time: Thursday\, March 10\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Truluck’s (La Jolla)\nHosted by: Ankur Kalra\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: MacuHealth \n  \nPECAA members in the San Diego\, CA area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Truluck’s! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, March 10\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Truluck’s (La Jolla) — 8990 University Center Ln\, San Diego\, CA 92122\n\nDiscussion Topic: Staffing Issues \n\nWhat are the reasons your staff is sharing with you for leaving?\nWhat practices have you implemented to retain your valued team?\nIn what areas do you find you need help retaining or training newer staff?\n\nPlus\, we will also be joined by Jenny Wiley\, PECAA’s Practice Operations MBA\, to help lead the discussion and answer questions! \nPlease note that this event is open to doctors only. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below! \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out. \nIf you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW \nDress Code: For your info\, please also note that Truluck’s has a dress code and does not permit any of the following clothing items: \n\nBeachwear\nGym attire including sweatpants\, sweatshirts\, or hoodies\nAthletic apparel or jerseys\nBeanies\, bandanas\, and ball caps are prohibited for all\nNo hats of any kind\, tank tops\, or sleeveless shirts are allowed for gentlemen\nExcessively revealing clothing\, exposed undergarments\, and oversized\, baggy clothing are not allowed\nClothing emitting offensive odors are not permitted to be worn anywhere on the property
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/san-diego-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctors-only-630pm-pst/
LOCATION:Truluck’s\, 400 Colorado St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles - Costa Mesa (Doctors & Managers Only) Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm PST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Los Angeles\, CA\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, March 9th\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Seasons 52 (The Grove)\nHosted by: Alan Arabi\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Johnson & Johnson Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the LA area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Seasons 52! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 9th\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Season 52 (Costa Mesa) — 3333 Bristol St Suite #2802\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626\n\nDiscussion Topic: Medical Optometry: \n\nDeveloping and Growing a Medical Model Practice\nWhat medical services are we successfully providing\, would like to begin providing or have challenges implementing? (Glaucoma\, dry eye\, ARMD\, diabetes\, etc.)\nTools for success: What equipment do I need? Are my staff properly trained? How do I educate my patients?\nGetting paid for what you do: Billing and coding strategies\, insurance credentialing\nBuilding a referral system and marketing your medical services\n\nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/los-angeles-costa-mesa-doctors-managers-only-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-pst/
LOCATION:Seasons 52 (Costa Mesa)\, 3333 Bristol St Suite #2802\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220309T210000
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SUMMARY:Nashville Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm CST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Nashville\, TN\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, March 9th\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm CST\nLocation: 5th & Taylor\nHosted by: Stephanie Price\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Neurolens \n  \nPECAA members in the Nashville area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at 5th & Taylor! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 9th\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm CST\nLocation: 5th & Taylor — 1411 5th Ave N\, Nashville\, TN 37208\n\nDiscussion Topic: No Surprises Act \nThis event is open to all Doctors + 2-3 key staff team members. If you’d like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below! \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/nashville-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-cst/
LOCATION:5th & Taylor\, 1411 5th Ave North\, Nashville\, TN\, 37208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220216T235959Z
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles (North) Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm PST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Los Angeles\, CA\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, March 8th\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Maggiano’s Little Italy\nHosted by: Lee Dodge\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Johnson & Johnson Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the LA area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Maggiano’s Little Italy! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, March 8th\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Maggiano’s Little Italy (The Grove) — 189 The Grove Dr.\, Suite Z80\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036\n\nDiscussion Topic: \nPlease join us for a session focused on sales training for staff teams\, where we will focus on areas like how to sell\, how to upsell\, and more! This will be a staff oriented discussion\, but doctors are welcome to attend. \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/los-angeles-north-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-pst/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy – The Grove\, 189 The Grove Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220305T140000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Workshop & Vendor Marketplace (Costa Mesa\, CA): 8am PST
DESCRIPTION:Coming to Costa Mesa\, California!\nStorytelling Workshop and Vendor Marketplace\nFree 3-hour educational workshop\, followed by a vendor marketplace\, open to all ECPs and staff teams \nDate & Time: Saturday\, March 5th | 8:00am — 2:00pm PST\nLocation: Costa Mesa Marriott \nHEA + PECAA is thrilled to invite all doctors\, office managers\, opticians\, front desk associates\, and any other staff team members to register for an exciting workshop presented by Robert Bell: “Don’t Be Afraid\, It’s Only Selling!”\,  where attendees will learn how to increase sales and customer satisfaction through the art of storytelling. \nFollowing the 3 hour education\, you will then have the opportunity to see the latest designer frames and ophthalmic office technologies by exploring our vendor marketplace! This will also give you a chance to learn how to tell effective brand stories by hearing directly from the brand experts themselves. \nKey Event Details: \n\nLocation: Costa Mesa Marriott — 500 Anton Blvd\, Costa Mesa\, CA 92626\nDate: March 5th\, 2022\nTime: 8:00am—​2:00pm PST\n\n7:30am—8:00am: Continental Breakfast\n8:00am—11:00am: Workshop with Robert Bell\, “Don’t Be Afraid\, It’s Only Selling”\n11:00am—2:00pm: Vendor Marketplace\n\nHors d’oeuvres and beverages station will also be provided!\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make both the Workshop and Marketplace\, but still want to attend?\nNo problem. You are invited to attend both\, but if you are only able to attend one or the other\, we would love to see you! Just let us know which you plan to attend in our registration form below. \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out \nLearn more\nVisit our official event page to register at the link below to learn more about your workshop instructor\, Robert Bell\, and see our Vendors set to being displaying at the marketplace! \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/storytelling-workshop-vendor-marketplace-costa-mesa-ca-8am-pst/
LOCATION:Costa Mesa Marriott\, 500 Anton Blvd.\, Costa Mesa\, CA\, 92626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220303T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T051258Z
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SUMMARY:Cincinnati / Dayton Peer-to-Peer at Topgolf: ~ 6:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: West Chester\, OH\nDate & Time: Thursday\, March 3\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Topgolf (West Chester)\nHosted by: Heath Gilbert\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: HOYA \n  \nPECAA members in the Cincinnati area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer event at Topgolf in West Chester! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, March 3rd\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Topgolf (West Chester) — 9568 Water Front Drive\, West Chester Township\, OH\n\nDiscussion Topic: Sales Training for Staff Teams\nThis will be a staff oriented discussion\, however Doctors are welcome to attend!​​​​ \nIf you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW \nCOVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/cincinnati-dayton-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-est/
LOCATION:Topgolf (Cincinnati)\, Topgolf (West Chester)\, West Chester Township\, OH\, 45069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Philadelphia\, PA\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, March 2nd\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: The Capital Grille (King of Prussia)\nHosted by:\nLisa Davis\, OD | Regional Leader\, HEA + PECAA\nJenny Wiley | Director of Member Experience\, HEA + PECAA\nCaroline Flannery | Solutions Specialist\, HEA + PECAA \n  \nPECAA members in the Philadelphia area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at The Capital Grille in King of Prussia! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, March 2nd\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: The Capital Grille (King of Prussia) — 236 Mall Blvd.\, King of Prussia\, PA 19406\n\nDiscussion Topic: Medical Plans vs. Vision Plans for Eye Exams. \nImportant Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out. \nThis event is open to all Doctors and 2-3 key staff team members! \nIf you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/philadelphia-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-est/
LOCATION:The Capital Grille (King of Prussia)\, The Capital Grille (King of Prussia)\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T074100Z
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SUMMARY:OMCC - Leadership Academy
DESCRIPTION:OMCC – Leadership Academy\nDate & Time: Begins Wednesday\, March 2\, 2022  |  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 successfully 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 Leadership Academy will consist of 6 webinars that will begin on March 2. 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. OMCC graduates may attend for a reduced fee of $345 for members and $645 for non-members. \n\nLEARN MORE \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/omcc-leadership-academy/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220219T073200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T073845Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Welcome New PECAA Vendor Partner\, Marketing4ECPs ~ 1:00pm Pacific/4:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Welcome New PECAA Vendor Partner: Marketing4ECPs\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, March 2nd\, 2022  |  1:00pm PST — 2:00pm PST\nPresented by: Trudi Charest\, Co-Founder of Marketing4ECPs\n \nCourse Description: \nMarketing4ECPs is a digital marketing agency focused in eye care. They work with over 1\,000 practices across North America\, helping them grow with the power of digital marketing and social media. \nIf you’re ready to take your practice online presence to the next level then join this introduction webinar with Co-founder and marketing expert\, Trudi Charest. Trudi will share the strategy and plans that their team builds for practices to grow everything from patient acquisition to medical niches like dry eye and myopia management. \nWe look forward to seeing you for a great session! \nREGISTER NOW \n\nAbout Your Presenter: Trudi Charest\nCo-Founder\, Optician\, Speaker\, Marketing Expert @ Marketing4ECPs \nTrudi Charest is the Co-Founder of Marketing4ECPs\, a digital marketing agency focused on building digital advertising for Optometrists\, Opticians & Ophthalmologists. Trudi is well known for designing\, developing and facilitating training and marketing programs to Eye Care professionals across North America. Trudi is a Licensed Optician with over 25 years of extensive eyecare experience. She also holds a Human Resource Management certificate from the University of Calgary. Her experience includes corporate training in retail optical\, territory management for Bausch & Lomb\, Clinical Consulting with Optos and VP of Marketing & Training for Eye Recommend\, one of Canada’s leading Optometric buying groups before starting Marketing4ecps in 2015. Trudi was one of Vision Monday’s “2019 Most Influential Women” in the optical industry. Trudi is an active OWA member and has recently been elected to the board of directors for Optical Women’s Association.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-welcome-new-pecaa-vendor-partner-marketing4ecps-100pm-pacific-400pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220223T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060658Z
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SUMMARY:Cleveland Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 6:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Cleveland\, OH\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, February 23\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Trivs Restaurant & Lounge (Strongsville)\nHosted by: Neil Sika\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: VSP \n  \nPECAA members in the Cleveland\, OH area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Trivs in Strongsville! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 23\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm — 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Trivs (Strongsville) — 17100 Royalton Rd\, Strongsville\, Ohio 44136\n\nDiscussion Topic: New Technology\nLet’s discuss some of the various new avenues in optometry including aesthetics\, myopia management\, nutraceuticals\, etc.! \nImportant Note: This PECAA event is for Doctors Only. This event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nIf you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/cleveland-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctors-only-630-pm-est/
LOCATION:Trivs (Strongsville)\, 17100 Royalton Rd.\, Strongsville\, OH\, 44136\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220223T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220210T083728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T002127Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Coaching Program for Doctors & Practice Owners ~ 1:00pm Pacific/4:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Coaching Program For Eye Care Practice Owners\n\nAn Exclusive program for PECAA Members!\nWednesday\, February 23rd\, 2022  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm Pacific\nPresented by: Anne Warfield\, Outcome Thinking® Strategist \nCourse Description: \nJoin us for a live\, interactive webinar on Zoom to learn more about your Member-exclusive coaching program: Outcome Thinking® Inner Circle! \nWish you could get new hires up-to-speed faster? Ever hold on to someone too long\, even though they’re toxic to your team? Do you know how to hold people accountable to the attitude and behaviors you want in the office? \nYou are not alone! Over the past 30 years\, Anne Warfield\, Executive Leadership Strategist and author of Outcome Thinking®: Getting Results Without the Boxing Gloves has found that leaders all want the same thing – How do I help my team be more strategic\, build trust and hold each other accountable\, all while expanding my practice and using less of my time? Sound impossible? It’s not! \nAnne has a proven\, prescriptive path that helps you do just that. \n\nNever again lose someone valuable in your practice because onboarding has taken too long.\nNever again be nervous about giving someone feedback.\nNever again be afraid to hole people accountable.\n\nPlease join us for this engaging\, all-cameras-on informational session where attendees will be able to openly discuss challenges they are currently facing in their practices\, learn potential root causes\, and how the Outcome Thinking Coaching Program can help you find the best resolution. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-coaching-program-for-doctors-practice-owners-1200pm-pacific-300pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220222T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220222T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220126T075522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T075522Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Welcome New PECAA Vendor Partner\, ADP ~ 10:00am Pacific/1:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Welcome New PECAA Vendor Partner: ADP\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 22nd\, 2022  |  10:00am PST — 11:00am PST\nPresented by: David Padron\, VP of Business Development\, HRO at ADP\, Inc.\n\n \nCourse Description: \nAs businesses navigate the new normal\, ADP is helping them solidify a plan to handle some of the most important challenges they face – such as attracting and retaining talent\, rising healthcare costs\, and adhering to rapidly changing compliance. \nJoin us on Tuesday 2/22 to learn more on recent trends and ADP services including how businesses are turning to outsourcing to meet their HR needs to address these challenges. \nREGISTER NOW \n\nAbout Your Presenter: David Padron\nVP of Business Development\, HRO at ADP\, Inc. \nDavid Padron is the Vice President of Business Development of Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO). In this role\, David oversees identifying new partnerships and opportunities to distribute our best in class services across ADP TotalSource®\, one of the largest Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs)\, and Comprehensive Services\, a market leading HR business process outsourcing solution. David joined ADP in 2020 as the Vice President of Strategy of ADP TotalSource®\, where he was responsible for driving strategic business development plans and accelerating growth within the business. Prior to joining ADP\, David held a leadership position as a consulting professional advising companies on strategy\, operations\, and transformational transactions (mergers and acquisitions).
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-welcome-new-pecaa-vendor-partner-adp-1000am-pacific-100pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220113T005606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060539Z
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SUMMARY:Hawaii Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm HST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Honolulu\, HI\nDate & Time: Thursday\, February 17\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm HST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House (Honolulu)\nHosted by: Art Kobayashi\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: VSP \n  \nPECAA members in Hawaii are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Ruth’s Chris in Honolulu! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, February 17\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm HST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House (Honolulu) — 500 Ala Moana Blvd\, Honolulu\, HI 96813\nDiscussion Topic: Neurolens\, VSP\, and PECAA vendor review\n\nThis event is open to all doctors and 2-3 staff team members. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below! \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant Note: The city and county of Honolulu has instituted a requirement that all guests dining in our restaurants must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test administered within 48 hours of their reservation time. \nIn order to ensure you are seated in a timely manner\, please ensure you bring adequate proof of vaccination such as your hard copy of a state-approved vaccination card\, a photograph/digital copy of a state-approved vaccination card\, or a Hawaii state-approved digital/smart device application confirming full vaccination status. \nWe kindly ask guests to wear masks upon entering and walking throughout the restaurant. We will continue to follow the guidelines\, restrictions and laws established with the local community.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/hawaii-peer-to-peer-dinner-600pm-hst/
LOCATION:Ruth’s Chris – Honolulu\, 500 Ala Moana Blvd Suite 6C\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96813\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220215T210000
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SUMMARY:Seattle Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors/Managers Only): ~ 6:30pm PST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Seattle\, WA\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 15\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Wild Ginger \nHosted by: Brian Duvall\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Transitions \n  \nPECAA members in the Seattle\, WA area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Wild Ginger! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, February 15\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Wild Ginger (Downtown) – 1401 3rd Ave.\, Seattle\, WA 98101\n\nDiscussion Topic: Key Performance Indicators — Let’s talk HR! Staffing\, salaries\, benefits and KPIs / benchmarks. \nPlease note that this PECAA event is for Doctors and Managers Only. If you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/seattle-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctors-managers-only-600pm-pst/
LOCATION:Wild Ginger (Downtown Seattle)\, 1401 3rd Ave.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220112T061250Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: PECAA's OSI Program Updates & Member Testimonials ~ 5:00pm Pacific/8:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:PECAA’s OSI Program Updates & Member Testimonials\nDate & Time: Thursday\, February 10th\, 2022  |  5:00pm PST / 8:00pm EST\nPresented by: Doug Martin\, CEO of InD Eyewear by PECAA\n\n \nCourse Description: \nThe Optical Success Initiative (OSI) program featuring InD Eyewear was developed by PECAA to help members better compete in today’s highly competitive optical industry. Many members now benefit from this program. Due to the rapid growth in the account base\, changes have recently been made to enhance the program for the betterment of the participants. \nThis webinar is for doctors and staff and is designed to accomplish two objectives. First\, to provide attendees an updated overview of the OSI program featuring InD Eyewear and to learn about the recent changes recently made to benefit\, you\, the PECAA members. Second\, to allow attendees to hear directly from other PECAA Members who have already joined the OSI program featuring InD Eyewear and learn about their strategies and success. How did they use the OSI program featuring InD Eyewear to increase their capture rate and differentiate their practice? How did they use InD Eyewear to create a new frame and lens package program that is keeping patients from going to Costco or Walmart with their prescription? How did they positioned InD Eyewear to sell private label frames to increase their revenue and profitability? \nJoin us on Thursday\, February 10th at 5pm PST / 8pm EST as we answer all these questions and more! \nREGISTER NOW \n\nAbout Your Presenter: Doug Martin\nCEO of InD Eyewear \nWith over 40 years of merchandising and management experience\, Doug started his career on the loading docks of Neiman Marcus and worked his way up to managing the stores of this high-end\, luxury retailer. He also worked for I. Magnin and finished his retail career with Macy’s where he was responsible for 18 stores in five states. In 1999\, Doug transitioned into the optical industry where he served as President of a two-office\, five-doctor practice that under his leadership\, became a market leader with 16 locations and 25 doctors. In 2009\, he started his consulting company Optical Solutions. Since that time\, Doug has used his expertise to advise and help lens manufacturers\, worked at the Professional Eye Care Associates of America\, and assisted over hundreds of eye care practices. He lectures across the country teaching eye care professionals how to expertly integrate purchasing\, merchandising\, and selling into their business.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-pecaas-osi-program-updates-member-testimonials-500pm-pacific-800pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220209T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220209T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220104T044150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060530Z
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SUMMARY:Detroit Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 7:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Detroit\, MI\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022 |  7:30 – 10:00pm EST\nLocation: The Capital Grille (Troy)\nHosted by: Patricia Poma-Nowinski\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Johnson & Johnson Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the Detroit\, MI area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at The Capital Grille in Troy! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022\nTime: 7:30pm — 10:00pm EST\nLocation: Capital Grille (Troy) — 2800 West Big Beaver Rd.\,Troy\, MI 48084\n\n​​​​​​​​​​​​Discussion Topic: Our topic of the evening will be on Myopia Management\, and how we can develop and manage a Myopia Management practice. \nPlus\, we will also be joined by Jenny Wiley\, PECAA’s Membership Manager and Practice Operations MBA\, who will help provide context to the discussion and answer questions!\n​​​​​​\nPlease note that this event will be exclusive to Doctors Only. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below: \nImportant Note: This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/detroit-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctors-only-700pm-est/
LOCATION:The Capital Grille – Detroit\, 2800 West Big Beaver Rd.\, Troy\, MI\, 48084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220209T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211221T074925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060339Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm CST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Mequon\, WI\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm CST\nLocation: Zareletti (Mequon)\nHosted by: Timothy Ziegler\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: MacuHealth \n  \nPECAA members in the Milwaukee\, WI area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Zareletti! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm CST\nLocation: Zareletti (Mequon) – 1515 W Mequon Rd\, Mequon\, WI 53092\n\n​​​​​​Discussion Topic: Nutrition and the Eye \n\nAddressing nutrition with patients\nCertification courses on nutrition available\nA holistic approach to dry eye MGD and dermatitis (IPL RF)\nSelling nutrients in office or referring for purchase\n\nThis event is open to all doctors and 2-3 key staff team members. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below! \nImportant Note: This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/wisconsin-peer-to-peer-dinner-600pm-cst/
LOCATION:Zareletti (Mequon)\, 1515 W Mequon Rd\, Mequon\, WI\, 53092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220208T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060331Z
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SUMMARY:Bellingham Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm PST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Bellingham\, WA\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 8\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Lighthouse Bar & Grill\nHosted by: Riya Paranthan\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: MacuHealth \n  \nPECAA members in the Bellingham\, WA area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Lighthouse Bar & Grill at Hotel Bellwether! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, February 8\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm — 9:00pm PST\nLocation: Lighthouse Bar and Grill — 1 Bellwether Way\, Bellingham\, WA 98225\n\nDiscussion Topic: Billing & Coding with Kayla Groves\, PECAA’s Billing & Coding MBA! \nKayla will be covering all of the great HEA + PECAA billing & coding resources available to members\, including the Billing & Coding resources page\, the PECAA record audit program\, the Coding Coach education sessions\, and more! Kayla will also go over some of the new changes for 2022. This will be a staff oriented discussion\, however doctors are welcome to join as well. \nPlease Note: This event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nIf you would like to join\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/bellingham-peer-to-peer-dinner-600pm-pst/
LOCATION:Hotel Bellwether & Lighthouse Grill\, Bellwether Way\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211217T073917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060259Z
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SUMMARY:Raleigh Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 6:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Raleigh\, NC\nDate & Time: Monday\, February 7th\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Rey’s Restaurant\nHosted by: Amjad Badwan\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: CooperVision \n  \nPECAA members in the Raleigh area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Rey’s Restaurant! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Monday\, February 7th\, 2022\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Rey’s Restaurant – 1130 Buck Jones Road\, Raleigh\, NC 27606\n\nDiscussion Topic:Filling the schedule — How do we keep the schedule full\, handle no-shows\, etc.? Join us for a great discussion! \nImportant Note: this event is open to Doctors Only. This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/raleigh-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-est/
LOCATION:Rey’s Restaurant – Raleigh\, NC\, 1130 Buck Jones Road\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220206T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220206T150500
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211203T035905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T040046Z
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SUMMARY:Power Up Practice Series: The Inside Scoop On Anterior Seg ~ 8:00am Pacific/11:00am Eastern
DESCRIPTION:The Inside Scoop On Anterior Seg\n\nHEA + PECAA Power Up Practice Series \nDate & Time: Sunday\, February 6\, 2022 | 8:00 AM – 3:05 PM Pacific \n  \nCourse Description: \nWe are pleased to announce The Inside Scoop on Anterior Seg\, the next event in HEA + PECAA’s Powered Up Practice Education Series. Taking place on Sunday\, February 6th\, this event provides six (6) hours of COPE-approved clinical continuing education to optometrists across the country and will be presented in an interactive online Zoom webinar format. COPE rules for the first six months of 2022 permit interactive virtual webinars to count as online clinical education with NO testing required. \nEach event in HEA + PECAA’s Powered Up Practice Education Series provides impactful instruction on a targeted area relevant to contemporary eye care practice. The February 6th event focuses on opportunities to advance the clinical care of patients with anterior segment conditions. Participants will expand their knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric red eyes and co-managing complex cataract conditions. In addition\, attendees will develop their clinical skills in treating anterior segment pathology\, from the complex fitting and management of challenging scleral lens patients to utilizing amniotic membranes and biologics for healing anterior segment disease. \nThe Inside Scoop On Anterior Seg is open to all optometrists nationwide\, including HEA + PECAA members and non-members alike\, and we look forward to welcoming you to this event. \nTo see our full agenda\, speaker list\, and registration details\, check out our official event page below! \nSee Full Details & Register
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/power-up-practice-series-the-inside-scoop-on-anterior-seg-800am-pacific-1100am-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220205T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T024359Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Workshop & Vendor Marketplace (Scottsdale\, AZ): 8am MST
DESCRIPTION:Coming to Scottsdale\, Arizona!\nStorytelling Workshop and Vendor Marketplace\nFree 3-hour educational workshop\, followed by a vendor marketplace\, open to all ECPs and staff teams \nDate & Time: Saturday\, February 5th | 8:00am — 2:00pm MST\nLocation: The W Scottsdale  \n  \nHEA + PECAA is thrilled to invite all doctors\, office managers\, opticians\, front desk associates\, and any other staff team members to register for an exciting workshop presented by Robert Bell: “Don’t Be Afraid\, It’s Only Selling!”\,  where attendees will learn how to increase sales and customer satisfaction through the art of storytelling. \nFollowing the 3 hour education\, you will then have the opportunity to see the latest designer frames and ophthalmic office technologies by exploring our vendor marketplace! This will also give you a chance to learn how to tell effective brand stories by hearing directly from the brand experts themselves. \nKey Event Details: \n\nLocation: The W Scottsdale\n7277 East Camelback Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85251\nDate: Saturday\, February 5th\, 2022\nTime: 8:00am—​2:00pm MST\n\n7:30am—8:00am: Continental Breakfast\n8:00am—11:00am: Workshop with Robert Bell\, “Don’t Be Afraid\, It’s Only Selling”\n11:00am—2:00pm: Vendor Marketplace\n\nHors d’oeuvres and beverages station will also be provided!\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make both the Workshop and Marketplace\, but still want to attend?\nNo problem. You are invited to attend both\, but if you are only able to attend one or the other\, we would love to see you! Just let us know which you plan to attend in our registration form below. \nREGISTER NOW \nImportant COVID Health & Safety Note:\nWe understand how quickly things are changing as we try to navigate the recent wave in COVID cases. We want you to be assured that safety at this event is our top priority\, and that we will be following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. If you have any questions regarding safety precautions\, please feel free to reach out \nLearn more\nVisit our official event page to register at the link below to learn more about your workshop instructor\, Robert Bell\, and see our Vendors set to being displaying at the marketplace! \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/storytelling-workshop-vendor-marketplace-scottsdale-az-8am-mst/
LOCATION:The W Scottsdale\, 7277 East Camelback Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220201T170000
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CREATED:20211203T034830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T092931Z
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SUMMARY:Office Manager Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:Office Manager Certification Course\nDate & Time: Begins Tuesday\, February 1\, 2022  |  4:00pm – 5:00pm Pacific\nPresented by: Valerie Manso\, PECAA Director of Staff Education \n \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. \nThe Office Manager Certification Course\, which is the first of its kind to feature education\, testing\, certification and continued enhancement and support\, is accredited by The University of Houston\, College of Optometry. \n\n\n\nThe course is a 12 hour program that enables attendees to master the skills necessary to excel as an Office Manager of an eye care practice. The courses are taught via webinar and once attendees complete the program\, they must pass a comprehensive exam to ensure they have attained the skills required to receive the designation of ‘Certified Office Manager.’ \nThe OMCC will consist of 12 webinars that will begin on February 1. 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 12 webinars. \n\nLEARN MORE \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/office-manager-certification-course-2022/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220129T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211203T041650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211204T072820Z
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SUMMARY:2022 PECAA + OPN Symposium: Houston\, TX
DESCRIPTION:PECAA + OPN Symposium\nRegistration is now open for the 2022 PECAA + OPN Symposium on Saturday\, January 29\, 2022 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST in Houston\, TX! \nThis one-day free event is open to both doctors and staff team\, and offers business and medical focused training exclusively for PECAA + OPN Members. \nJoin us for a day to learn from an amazing lineup of powerful speakers on topics that will help improve efficiency & profitability within your practice. For our Doctor Track\, courses this year will cover topics including leadership\, myopia management\, digital marketing\, IPL therapy\, and more! \nFor our Staff Team Track\, we are thrilled to offer a great lineup of workshops that range from selling to frame adjusting. In fact\, Robert Bell\, who will be the instructor of The EyeCoach Workshop\, has even put together a short intro for what you can expect in the upcoming session! Watch here to learn more. \nPlus\, all 5 CE hours are Texas board approved! \nIf you’d like to attend\, you can reserve your spot using the registration form below. Please also note that there will be discounted parking at the Marriott for this event. \nVIEW AGENDA \nRegister here: \nREGISTER NOW \n\nHear from an amazing lineup of world-class speakers:\nShaun Damico\nShaun Damico is an inspired public speaker\, who has a unique passion for the eye care industry\, leadership\, culture\, and being a force for change. As a 9/11 Air Force Veteran\, Shaun brings unique and proven methods to implementing change to dramatically improve business as well as patient experiences. Shaun is currently the Chief Operating Officer for Heart of Texas Eye Institute in Dripping Springs\, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the eye care industry performing every single position within a practice setting in both optometry and ophthalmology. His experiences span the range of clinic roles\, administrative & leadership roles\, and surgery & procedure roles. Shaun also has nearly five years of service dedicated to eye care specific consulting on both business management and patient experience alike across North America in over a hundred different practice locations. \nEric Hammond\, OD\nDr. Eric Hammond was born and raised in Austin\, Texas. He is a second-generation optometrist practicing with his mother\, Dr. Laurie Sorrenson\, and never fails to make her proud. Dr. Hammond graduated from Westwood High School before attending Texas State University in San Marcos\, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. After completing his bachelors\, he went on to complete his Doctorate at the University of Houston College of Optometry. Dr. Hammond is presently licensed as a Therapeutic Optometrist and as an Optometric Glaucoma Specialist. He is a member of the Texas Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. \nSharon Jutila​​​​​\nSharon Jutila is an attorney and human resources expert with over fifteen years’ experience providing advice to a wide range of businesses. She is a well-respected trainer and speaker on human resource and employment compliance issues having presented at over a hundred conferences. Over the span of her career\, Sharon has assisted dozens of clients\, spanning the range from high-tech semiconductor companies to roofing and stucco companies. After a successful law career\, she joined one of her clients to create its human resources department from the ground up. Since that time\, she has continued to work in the human resources industry in both an employee and consultant role. \n  \nNathan Lighthizer\, OD​​​​​\nDr. Nathan Lighthizer is an Associate Professor and the Associate Dean for the NSU Oklahoma College of Optometry. He also is the Director of the Continuing Medical Education Program for the College of Optometry\, and the Chief of the Specialty Care Clinics. His research and teaching interests include Ocular Disease\, Ophthalmic Procedures including office-based surgical procedures and laser procedures\, and electrodiagnostics. \n\n  \nTrudi Charest\nTrudi Charest is the Co-Founder of Marketing4ecps\, a digital marketing agency focused on building digital advertising for Optometrists\, Opticians & Ophthalmologists. Trudi is well known for designing\, developing and facilitating training and marketing programs to Eye Care professionals across North America. Trudi is a Licensed Optician with over 25 years of extensive eyecare experience. She also holds a Human Resource Management certificate from the University of Calgary. Her experience includes corporate training in retail optical\, territory management for Bausch & Lomb\, Clinical Consulting with Optos and VP of Marketing & Training for Eye Recommend. \nShelby Wade​​​​​\n​​​​​​Shelby Wade is PECAA’s Marketing Business Advisor and has focused on developing strategic marketing plans and field marketing initiatives that drive results throughout her career. Shelby works closely with PECAA Members to create strong marketing plans for their practice to help boost their profitability\, attract new patients and improve their bottom line. \n  \n  \nRobert Bell\n​​​​Robert Bell is the Creator and Director of Storytelling for EyeCoach\, a strategic sales company\, where he developed a revolutionary sales training program for eye care professionals throughout the United States and Canada. In addition\, Robert Bell has also written over 75 articles on selling techniques as a Featured Columnist for both 20/20 Magazine and\, currently\, for lnvision Magazine\, and is one of the most widely read columnists in the eye care industry. \n  \n  \nJoy Gibb\, ABOC\nJoy L. Gibb\, ABOC began her optical career in 1986. She managed an independent retail opticianry in Bountiful\, Utah for over ten years before opening her own business\, Eyes of Joy Mobile Optical Service and is currently the practice manager for Daynes Eye and Lasik in Bountiful\, Utah. Joy also consults practices about their dispensaries and improving customer service and sales. Patients often seek her help with the difficult to fit prescription\, progressive lenses\, and children’s eyewear. Joy has participated in the writing of several industry guides and publications and has also served as a member of the Better Vision Institute. \n 
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/2022-pecaa-opn-symposium-houston-tx/
LOCATION:Houston Marriott West Loop\, 1750 West Loop South\, Houston\, TX\, 77027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220126T210000
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SUMMARY:Colorado Springs Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 6:30pm CST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Colorado Springs\, CO\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, January 26th |  6:30 – 9:00pm CST\nLocation: Prime25\nHosted by: LeRoy Popowski\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader \n  \nPECAA members in the Colorado Springs area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Prime25! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, January 26th\nTime: 6:30pm — 9:00pm CST\nLocation: Prime25 — 1605 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80905\n\nDiscussion Topic: Let’s get our region together for a discussion on all things PECAA! This will also be a first meeting for many of the HEA members in the Colorado Springs area who are new to PECAA. We’ll go over: \n\nFeatures and benefits of PECAA\nUpdates on the HEA and PECAA merger\nTalk about the PECAA National Meeting in CA\n\nPlus\, we will also be joined by Bryan Hoban\, PECAA’s MBA Manager! Bryan will help add additional context to the discussion and answer questions.\n \nImportant Note: this event is open to Doctors Only. This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/colorado-springs-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctors-only-63-pm-cst/
LOCATION:Prime25\, 1605 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220126T140000
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CREATED:20220104T080027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T080142Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Targeted Nutrition for Reduction of Oxidation and Inflammation ~ 1:00pm Pacific/4:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Targeted Nutrition for Reduction of Oxidation and Inflammation: Implications for Vision\, Cognition\, and Systemic Health & Performance\nWednesday\, January 26th\, 2022  |  1:00pm – 2:00pm Pacific\nSponsored by: MacuHealth\n \nCourse Description: \nIn this course\, attendees will learn about the beneficial visual\, cognitive\, neurophysiological\, and systemic health and performance effects of macular carotenoid\, DHA\, and EPA supplementation. \nREGISTER NOW \n\nAbout Your Speaker: James M. Stringham\, Ph.D.\nChief Scientific Officer at MacuHealth \n \nDr. Stringham joined the MacuHealth team after a distinguished career in research and academia. He earned his doctorate in experimental psychology and neuroscience from the University of New Hampshire in 2003\, and did postdoctoral training at both Harvard Medical School and the Medical College of Georgia. He has since held positions at the University of Georgia\, the Air Force Research Laboratory\, and most recently the Duke Eye Center. Nearly all of his research has been geared toward understanding visual and cognitive benefits of the macular carotenoids lutein\, zeaxanthin\, and meso-zeaxanthin. As the Chief Scientific Officer of MacuHealth\, Dr. Stringham will expand the scope of research and application of the macular carotenoids to include investigation of effects that may benefit visual and cognitive performance in athletes\, visual and systemic health in those with metabolic disease\, and neural health and development in children.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-targeted-nutrition-for-reduction-of-oxidation-and-inflammation-100pm-pacific-400pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220125T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211217T054111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060157Z
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SUMMARY:Jacksonville Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:30pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Jacksonville\, FL\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, January 25th\, 2022 |  6:30 – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Bonefish Grill (Mandarin Location)\nHosted by: James Hoffman\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: CooperVision \n  \nPECAA members in the Jacksonville area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at the Bonefish Grill! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 25th\, 2022\nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm EST\nLocation: Bonefish Grill (Mandarin Location) — 10950 San Jose Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL 32223\n\nDiscussion Topic: Increasing patient capture rate for frame selections by creating a unique environment for shopping/buying\, with doctor-directed prescribing and fashion combined. \nImportant Note: This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/jacksonville-peer-to-peer-dinner-630pm-est/
LOCATION:Bonefish Grill – Jacksonville\, 10950 San Jose Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220125T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20220104T073225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T054907Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Working From Home — Rethinking The Primary Pair ~ 9:00am Pacific/12:00pm Eastern
DESCRIPTION:Working From Home: Rethinking The Primary Pair\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, January 25th\, 2022  |  9:00am – 10:00am Pacific\nPresented by: Andrew S. Bruce\, LDO\, ABOM\, NCLEC\nSponsored by: VSP\n \nCourse Description: \nPlease join us for a discussion on COVID-19’s influence on both remote working and homeschooling\, and explore why it’s both beneficial and necessary to rethink the primary pair of eyewear used throughout the day\, for both adults and children\, alike. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/webinar-working-from-home-rethinking-the-primary-pair-900am-pacific-1200pm-eastern/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220122T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211217T083915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T060035Z
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SUMMARY:Phoenix/Scottsdale Peer-to-Peer Event at Topgolf: ~ 1:30pm MST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Scottsdale\, AZ\nDate & Time: Saturday\, January 22\, 2022 |  1:30 – 4:00pm MST\nLocation: Topgolf – Scottsdale\nHosted by: PECAA Regional Leaders Josh Rajasansi\, OD & Jody Dagan\, OD\nSponsored by: Carl Zeiss Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer event at Topgolf! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 22\, 2022\nTime: 1:00pm – 4:00pm MST\nLocation: Topgolf (Scottsdale) — 9500 Talking Stick Way\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85256\nDiscussion Topic: Filling the schedule — How do we keep the schedule full\, handle no-shows\, etc.? Join us for a great discussion!\n\nThis event is open to all doctors and 2-3 staff team members. If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below! \nREGISTER NOW \nPlease Note: This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing.
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/scottsdale-peer-to-peer-event-at-topgolf-130pm-mst/
LOCATION:Topgolf – Scottsdale\, 9500 Talking Stick Way\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85256\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220119T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211217T061033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T061033Z
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SUMMARY:Salt Lake City Peer-to-Peer Dinner: ~ 6:00pm EST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Salt Lake City\, UT\nDate & Time: Wednesday\, January 19th\, 2022 |  6:00 – 9:00pm MST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House\nHosted by: Kenyon Anderson\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Carl Zeiss Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the Salt Lake City area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, January 19th\, 2022\nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm MST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House — 275 S W Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT 84101\n\nDiscussion Topic:Join us for a discussion on InD Eyewear and the Optical Success Initiative\, a program designed to help PECAA Members grow revenue and boost their savings. \nImportant Note: This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nThis event is open to all Doctors and 2-3 staff team members! If you would like to attend\, please RSVP using the form below: \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/salt-lake-city-peer-to-peer-dinner-600pm-est/
LOCATION:Ruth’s Chris – Salt Lake City\, 275 S West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220118T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T052020
CREATED:20211217T052950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T085204Z
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SUMMARY:Denver Peer-to-Peer Dinner (Doctors Only): ~ 6:00pm MST
DESCRIPTION:Peer to Peer Event: Denver\, CO\nDate & Time: Tuesday\, January 18th\, 2022 |  6:00 – 9:00pm MST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House\nHosted by: Jeff Luther\, OD | PECAA Regional Leader\nSponsored by: Johnson & Johnson Vision \n  \nPECAA members in the Denver area are invited to join us for a Peer to Peer dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House! \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 18th\, 2022\nTime: 6:00pm – 9:00pm MST\nLocation: Ruth’s Chris Steak House – 707 15th Street\, Denver\, CO 80202\n\nDiscussion Topic: All Things PECAA\nJoin us for a night to reconnect with our region\, while getting an update on future plans for HEA + PECAA. \nPlus\, we will also be joined by Sara Campbell\, PECAA’s EVP and GM of Member Services\, who will be bringing along InD Eyewear frames for you to view! Find out more about PECAA’s Optical Success Initiative from Sara. \nImportant Note:\nThis event is exclusive to Doctors Only. This PECAA event has been planned following guidance at the applicable local\, state and federal levels. Please adhere to the venue guidelines regarding mask mandates and social distancing. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://portal.pecaa.com/event/denver-peer-to-peer-dinner-doctor-only-600pm-mst/
LOCATION:Ruth Chris – Denver\, 707 15th Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Peer to Peer Dinners
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