EssilorLuxottica has announced the launch of the SWITCH: Vision Innovation Summit, a new global event that is designed to explore the technologies and ideas that are transforming the vision care industry. According to a press release, the event is set for March 9 to March 11, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, for the Americas and April 13 to April 15, 2026, in Monte-Carlo for those in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. SWITCH will offer a 3-day program to showcase innovation in connected health care, med-tech, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven eyewear, and myopia management. The event will directly precede Vision Expo in Orlando, Florida.
EssilorLuxottica describes SWITCH as a “visionary showcase” that reflects the industry’s rapid transformation in the age of AI and digital health. Designed to foster high-level dialogue and collaboration among eyecare professionals, SWITCH aims to highlight the potential of AI, data science, and connected technologies in reshaping patient care beyond traditional frames and lenses.
The company notes that more details about SWITCH, including program content and registration information, will be released in the coming weeks. For customers in the Americas, registration information is available through EssilorLuxottica’s online event portal. OM