Vision Expo East is the complete event for ophthalmic professionals, where eyecare meets eyewear and education, fashion and innovation mingle. Join eyecare professionals, buyers, influencers, and technology leaders at Vision Expo!
Where eyecare meets eyewear, and education, fashion and innovation mingle, Vision Expo East 2023 is on track to be the largest optical gathering the industry has experienced in years according to show organizers The Vision Council and RX.
Vision Expo East 2023 took place March 16–19 at the Javits Center in New York City, with the show’s educational program, together with OptiCon®@Vision Expo, opening Thursday, March 16 and the Exhibit Hall opening Friday, March 17, 2023.
This year’s event is expected to be the largest vision-focused trade show since 2019, with over 450 companies from around the world and an anticipated 12,000+ attendees.
About Vision Expo: Vision Expo East and West are trade-only conferences and exhibitions for eye care and eyewear presented by co-owners RX and The Vision Council. Vision Expo is the complete event for ophthalmic professionals, where eye care meets eyewear, and education, fashion and innovation mingle.
In the Vision Expo Exhibit Hall, eye care providers can discover trends, interact with new technologies and access innovative products and services. The Vision Expo education program is driven by the profession, offering content of the highest quality and relevance to enhance overall patient care.
About The Vision Council: As the vision care leader in enabling better vision for better lives, The Vision Council positions its members for success by promoting growth in the vision care industry through education, advocacy, research, consumer outreach, strategic relationship building and industry forums.
About RX: RX is in the business of building businesses for individuals, communities and organizations. We elevate the power of face-to-face events by combining data and digital products to help customers learn about markets, source products and complete transactions at over 400 events in 22 countries across 43 industry sectors. RX is passionate about making a positive impact on society and is fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.
It was a very well attended show, Vendors and attendees in attendance throughout the World. Our World Liberty TV, Team saw many unique, Sunglasses, Readers, Frames and even smart glasses.
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Farouk Shami was born on the 15th December 1942, in Beit Ur al-Tahta, Ramallah, West Bank, Palestine and is an entrepreneur, best known as the founder and owner of the hair and skin care production company based in Texas, USA called Farouk Systems. Shami was also known through being a candidate for the Texas gubernatorial position in the elections held in 2010. Farouk has been active in the beauty industry since the early 1970s.
How much is the net worth of Farouk Shami? It has been estimated by authoritative sources that the outright size of his wealth is as much as $700 million, as of the data presented in early 2017. The beauty industry is the major source of Shami’s fortune.Farouk Shami Net Worth $700 Million.To begin with, Shami moved to the USA in 1965. He graduated from the University of Arkansas, and was then a student of the cosmetology school based in Arkansas.
Regarding his professional career, Shami has been working in the development of hair care products for many years. At the start, he even developed an allergy to ammonia substances and was recommended to leave this profession. Yet, Shami was so passionate about his work that he wouldn’t even consider leaving, and on the contrary, he invented hair colouring which is ammonia free. So successful was Farouk that not only is he the founder of the hair and skin care production company Farouk Systems, but it currently employs more than 600 people just in the US. Their production is known all over the world, and the brands such as Cationic Hydration Interlin, BioSilk and SunGlitz are really popular. They export their production to more than 106 countries all over the world. Farouk Systems is the major source of Farouk Shami net worth.
In 2009, Farouk Shami participated in the election for governor of Texas position, as a member of the Democratic Party, and became involved in several controversies concerning religious issues and the 11th September attacks. During the campaign he revealed that he does not belong to any religious organization but has a personal bond with God. Another controversy was the statement that Farouk was not sure if the government of the USA was involved in the attacks of 11th September. Probably due to these controversies he lost the election to the politician Bill White.
In 2010, Farouk Shami served on the board of the American Task Force on Palestine.Moreover, Shami was friends with the current President of the USA Donald Trump. Together they have participated in the Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants as well as in the reality television show “Celebrity Apprentice”, with Farouk providing sponsorship, but things changed after Trump’s anti-Hispanic remarks. However, Trump is believed to be using the CHI Helmet Head product made by Farouk System’s.
Finally, in the personal life of Farouk Shami, he has been married to Izziah Shami since 1961. They have an only child Basim Shami, who is also known for his work in the beauty industry. Currently, he is the President and CEO of the Beauty Elite Group.
We had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Farouk Shami, Chairman and Founder Farouk Systems Inc, at the International Beauty Show in New York , Feb 2023.
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Simone Biles is one of the greatest female athletes of all-time. The first woman to capture five All-Around World Championship titles, Biles is the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history – male or female – with 25 medals overall (19 gold) and is a seven-time Olympic medalist (4 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze).
A three-time Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year, she has earned the rare distinction of having four skills named in her honor – The Biles – across beam, floor (two) and vault disciplines. Biles’ extraordinary accomplishments have received widespread recognition including TIME 100 Most Influential, Forbes 30 Under 30, Ebony Power 100, People Women Changing the World, USA Today 100 Women of the Century, and two-time Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year among others.
Her autobiography – Courage to Soar – was a New York Times bestseller and developed into an award-winning tv special on Lifetime and her documentary series – Simone vs Herself – that streamed on Facebook Watch is nominated for a Sports Emmy Award.
Biles utilizes her platform to help advocate for mental health and support initiatives that provide education and assistance for children and young adults associated with adoption and foster care.
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Curve New York® is the leading trade show platform in North America for intimate apparel and swimwear. The show focuses on creating business relationships and sharing experiences between worldwide brands and buyers from the Americas.
The #1 B2B event for intimate apparel industry is back at the Javits Center! Curve, a division of Comexposium, welcomes you with opportunities to create new business, discover upcoming designers, network, and attend special events.
This February 2023 edition of Curve New York will offer a global mix of 150+ brands showcasing their Fall – Winter 2023 intimate apparel and active wear collections, as well as merchandise for immediate deliveries.
The show is open for 3 days to shop & make connections. Additional activations, special events, & lectures are planned.
The Curve show is returning once again to the Javits Center, next to Manhattan’s newest resurgent neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Offering extensive exhibition space & wider aisles, the Javits Center has plentiful areas for eating, socializing, and hosting special events. See Shapewear, Bras, Panties, Swimwear, Active wear, Leggings and Bridal by leonisa. Click here for more information.
Boy Box by Edwin Exaus, Co-Founder: At BOY BOX, we offer a fresh perspective on how the male body is viewed. Our bodies and their most private areas deserve to be celebrated.Our mission is to elevate men’s intimates. We do this with the use of premium materials, a perfect fit, and innovative design. The products we make are created with you in mind. It’s what’s underneath that counts.
Boy Box was co-founded by friends Maleke Glee and Edwin Exaus, but brought to life by supporters. Our goal is to design men’s intimates with intention. We prioritize fashion, will never sacrifice all-day comfort, and are pros at inclusivity. Now under the direction of Exaus, the brand hopes to build the Boy Box community openly and honestly. Our collections are a reflection of us and with your support, a reflection of you. To learn more about Subscribe boy box, click here for more information.
World Liberty TV, has covered Curve Expo, New York for the past 6 years, See More in our World Liberty TV, Luxury Channels and Blogs by clicking here.
