(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK, NY — Event organizers for EYECON, an exclusive luxury eyewear experience, announced their highly anticipated EYECON[VERSATIONS] content series and special events lineup. Taking place at The Glasshouse in New York City from March 14-16, 2025, EYECON[VERSATIONS] will feature an exceptional lineup of thought leaders across different luxury industries, brand innovators, and eyewear industry pioneers discussing the future of luxury eyewear.
“EYECON is about more than just showcasing luxury eyewear—it’s about creating a platform for dialogue and innovation,” says Tarrence Lackran, founder of EYECON. “EYECON[VERSATIONS] brings together the best minds across luxury industries to share their expertise, foster connections, and redefine what’s next for eyewear.”
EYECON[VERSATIONS] will serve as the intellectual hub of the event, offering a series of sessions that explore the intersection of fashion, luxury service, and innovation in eyewear.
Friday
- 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – EYECON Inaugural Brunch sponsored by VAKAY eyewear.
- 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM – “Visionary Alliances: Strengthening the Vendor-Retailer Partnership” – Featuring: Dee Carroll, editor-in-chief at INVISION; Edward Beiner, founder of the Edward Beiner Group; Alicia Hartman, owner of Eye Q Optical; and Gisela Assis, co-founder of LAPIMA.
- 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM “Designing Desire: Crafting the Ultimate Luxury Experience” Featuring: Siria Alvarez, vip/restaurant manager of Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi; Jeff Rednour, General Manager at Equinox Hotels; Dr. Jennifer Tsai, owner of Line of Sight; and Julia Gogosha, owner of Gogosha Optique.
- 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM “Beyond The Frame: Pushing Boundaries in Eyewear Design and Independent Influence” – Featuring: Marge Axelrad, editorial director emeritus at Vision Monday/VMAIL; Alain Mikli, creator and founder of Alain Mikli eyewear; Tommy O’Gara, founder of The Light Co.; and Christos Karabelas, founder of SOMA Optical.
- 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM – Sunset Cocktail Party sponsored by SolAmor Eyewear.
Saturday
- 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM – Central Park Run sponsored by KURO Athletics. Register to participate Here
- 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM “Performance Meets Precision: The Future of Luxury Sports Eyewear” – Featuring: Christine Yeh, executive editor at 20/20 Magazine; Will Claye, Olympic medalist; Drew Oppermann, VP of Sales at DITA Lancier; and Gary Black, founder at Kuro Athletics.
- 1:30 PM to 2 PM – “Nuance Audio: Seeing & Hearing the Future of Eyecare” – Featuring Dr. Fayiz Mahgoub, sr. manager of Learning and Development Leonardo.
“”EssilorLuxottica is proud to present Nuance Audio Glasses, a groundbreaking open-ear hearing solution seamlessly integrated into a pair of stylish glasses, at this year’s EYECON event,” said Carl Spear, OD, Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, EssilorLuxottica North America. “This first-of-its-kind solution empowers eye care professionals to expand their scope of care, offering a revolutionary solution for the nearly 66 million Americans experiencing mild to moderate hearing loss.”
- 3:00 PM to 3:45PM “A Visionary Legacy: Selima Salaun on the Art and History of Eyewear” – Featuring Karen Giberson, president & ceo of Accessories Council and editor-in-chief of AC Magazine; as well as Selima Salaun, founder and creative director at Selima Optique.
EYECON Show will spotlight luxury eyewear and lens brands including: AHLEM, Alain Mikli, Anna-Karin Karlsson, Capote, DINDI, DITA Lancier, Eyeshaker, House of MODO, illesteva, Italia Independent, Izipizi, Jacquemus, Kuro Athletics, LAPIMA, Leisure Society, Lowercase, Max Pitton, MIGA Studios, Native Sons, Nuance Audio, Oscar Mamooi, Persol, QUAY, Sauvage, Selima Optique, Shady Character, Shamir, SolAmor, T Henri, Vakay, and Zeiss.
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Aligned with the upcoming NYC Eyewear Design Week which is hosting a series events in NYC, EYECON further amplifies its commitment to celebrating craftsmanship, innovation, and the creative forces shaping the eyewear industry. This synergy enhances the overall experience, providing attendees with an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the most influential voices in eyewear design and business, organizers said.
To register for EYECON, visit the exhibitors, and attend EYECON[VERSATIONS], go to: eyecon.show/registration. Follow EYECON on Instagram at @eyecon.show
