To support transparency throughout the merger process, the National Academy of Opticianry (NAO) and United Opticians Association (UOA) have released answers to frequently asked questions regarding membership, governance, programs, timelines, and the shared vision for the future of the profession. Q: If the NAO opted not to combine with the merger of OAA and NFOS for good reason two years ago, why is this being done now? A: The short answer is that the NAO board was just not r

National Academy of Opticianry Members Approve first steps as Part of Ongoing Merger Exploration with United Opticians Association

On May 6, UOA Board Members and Staff host the State of the UOA—an open, welcoming webinar where opticians of all backgrounds heard the latest updates, learned about upcoming initiatives, and helped shape the direction of the profession in the year ahead.

A historic first for the opticianry profession! We are proud to announce the launch of the Sightline Industry Panel, a first-of-its-kind think tank powered by Hilco Vision. At the recent Vision Expo in Orlando, executives from the industry’s most influential companies gathered for a transformative conversation on the future of our profession. As one partner noted: “This has never been done before in the optician industry.” Key takeaways from our kickoff: Prioritizing technolo