News & Media

PECAA Community Raises $116,000 for Optometry Giving Sight

PECAA announced in March that through its Growing Through Giving Program, $116,000 had been raised in 2018 for the organization’s charity of choice, Optometry Giving Sight.

April 11, 2019

PECAA Annual Meeting Draws ‘Unprecedented Interest’ and Sells Out for First Time

This marks the first time PECAA has sold out the meeting in the company’s history, according to an announcement. The meeting, which is free to attend for PECAA members, is scheduled to run May 16-18 in Austin, Texas, and it is expected to draw a record 900-plus attendees.

March 29, 2019

PECAA Promotes Jamie Hughes to Senior Vice President & General Manager

Jamie Hughes, general manager of the Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA), has been promoted to senior vice president and will retain the general manager title and responsibilities, according to an announcement.

March 8, 2019

PECAA Wins Transitions Optical Innovation Award ‘Best in Training’

The 2018 Best in Training title was awarded to Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA) for their commitment to providing education in photochromic lenses and the Transitions brand.

March 4, 2019

PECAA Launches 2019/2020 Regional Leader Program

The roles were filled by member doctors who will work to connect PECAA members in their local communities by helping foster doctor camaraderie, peer sharing of best practices and member engagement at regional events.

February 10, 2019

PECAA Holds Inaugural Strategic Partner Summit

The invitation-only event brought together senior leadership from integral industry vendor partners to discuss the inevitable changes impacting the industry and to explore solutions on how the group, collectively, could best serve their mutual customers.

November 8, 2018

PECAA and OD Excellence Announce Merger Agreement

The deal was effective July 9. The newly merged group will be headquartered in Portland, OR, and will retain leadership and staff from both PECAA and ODX.

July 12, 2018

PECAA Holds 10th Annual Membership Meeting in Tucson and Draws 700 Attendees

The organization hosted its 10th annual meeting from April 19 through April 21 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa. The event drew more than 700 members, vendors, staff and guests to the area for a mix of education, economic and community-building opportunities.

May 11, 2018

Is An Optometric Group Right For Me?

Many Optometric Alliance Groups were initially designed to allow for more competitive cost of goods, but services have now evolved to include business development programs, doctor and staff education, and marketing tools that IECPs can take advantage of.

May 13, 2018