AOA Innovation Hub @ Optometry's Meeting
The future of optometry is driven by innovation—where cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking solutions redefine eye care. Are you an industry innovator? Then let’s talk about the AOA Innovation Hub, only at Optometry's Meeting.
What is the AOA Innovation Hub?
It’s an all-new, two-day program that launched at Optometry's Meeting 2025 in Minneapolis. Bringing together not only eye health and vision care industry innovators but also clinical and scientific researchers and business leaders from across the world, the AOA Innovation Hub seeks to:
- Foster collaboration on vision health research and new tech.
- Empower optometric professionals to push boundaries.
- Improve accessibility to eye health and vision care through innovative solutions.
The AOA Innovation Hub, supported by AOAExcel®, Harrow, Lumenis and Alcon, was a catalyst for ideas and partnerships.
2025 Schedule at a glance
The AOA Innovation Hub was an opportunity to engage in cutting-edge panel discussions on new technologies and AI, emerging pharmaceuticals and diagnostic innovations; network with industry leaders; discover breakthrough ideas and gain insights that could transform optometric practice. Below is the 2025 agenda from Minneapolis.
🗓️ Tuesday
Hilton Symphony III
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. – Welcome Reception
🗓️ Wednesday
Minneapolis Convention Center M 100 EF
7:30 – 8:30 a.m. – Networking Breakfast
Minneapolis Convention Center Auditorium
8:30 – 8:45 a.m. – Welcome Remarks
8:45 – 9:45 a.m. – Panel 1: Assessing Future Health Through AI-Enabled Tools
Moderator: Dr. Scot Morris
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. – Networking Break
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. – Panel 2: Addressing Patient Workflow Challenges Through AI
Moderator: Dr. Scot Morris
11:00 – 11:15 a.m. – Networking Break
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. – Panel 3: Enhancing Treatment Through New Technologies
Moderator: Dr. Nora Cothran
Minneapolis Convention Center M 100 EF
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch
1:30 – 2:00 p.m. – Networking
🗓️ Thursday
Eye Care Square Exhibit Hall
Participating sponsors were featured in the AOA Innovation Hub / Wellness Park on Thursday in the Eye Care Square exhibit hall. All conference attendees had the opportunity to network and connect with sponsoring innovation companies in the Eye Care Square.
