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Network, Connect & Grow Together
Network, Connect & Grow Together
Explore the ways you can connect in-person
There’s something powerful about being in a room with people who get it. At IDOC, we create intentional spaces for independent ODs to learn, share, and grow together. Whether it's a large-scale conference or a local meet-up, each event is designed to help you build community, sharpen your strategy, and walk away with ideas you can use right away.
IDOC National Conference
Our annual National Conference offers three intensive days of business management curriculum, COPE-approved education, staff training, high-profile guest speakers, and so much more.

We are excited to announce that The Connection 2026 will be held at the Rosen Shingle Creek Luxury Hotel & Golf Club in Orlando, FL. We can't wait to see you next year at this incredible venue!

When: February 12th - 15th, 2026
Where: Orlando, FL

Get notified when registration opens!

*NEW* Vision Forward
Vision Forward is a one-day, high-impact workshop designed for independent optometrists ready to take intentional steps towards their long-term growth. This is not an average lecture focused workshop. This is one day outside your practice, to work on your practice. One day think strategically with the right people in the room so you can make confident choices that reflect your unique goals, team, and patient base.

In 2025 we will be visiting two cities: Dallas, TX and Denver, Co! We would love for you to join us.

Location 1: Dallas, TX | August 23rd, 2025
Location 2: Denver, CO | October 18th, 2025

IDOC Study Groups
Our regional Study Group meetings offer independent eye care professionals a unique opportunity to network and connect with their local community in a small-scale, informal learning environment. Attendees are invited to explore topics of special interest to independent practitioners—from workplace productivity to winning retail strategies-and leave with clearly defined action steps that can be put to work right away. Study Group Meetings are held in a live setting with a sponsored dinner at a local, upscale restaurant. Join your local Study Group Meeting, and you will join a powerful community of local independent private practice doctors.
IDOC Workshops
IDOC has partnered with Alcon to bring workshops to you.

Go beyond addressing the chief complaint to build patient loyalty for the long term. Explore strategies for anticipating patients’ eye care needs to elevate practice performance by walking through a case study about a patient named “Patience,” introducing the AMP UP Model, and more. This interactive learning experience incorporates presented content, scenario-based video, workshop components, and leave-behind materials to help you execute your learnings in your practice.

Workshops are held in a live setting at a local, upscale restaurant, hosted by your IDOC Member Directors.

More information coming soon.
 
IDOC Member Directors
IDOC Study Groups are led by IDOC Member Directors (IMDs). IMDs are respected optometrist leaders who provide local support for IDOC members across the country. As key opinion leaders in the industry, they serve as member advocates who stand for the growth, development and professional success of IDOC members.
 
eConnect Webinars
eConnect Webinars are offered throughout the year to provide insights, information, and advice focused on the needs of independent ODs.

Check back for updates to see when our next webinar will be.
Ask Me Anything: Tax Season Prep with the Books & Benchmarks Expert Panel
As 2023 comes to a close, are you ready for the upcoming tax season? Join special guest JR Armstrong, CPA, from May & Company CPAs and Hayley Stewart, Bookkeeping Manager for Books & Benchmarks, for an ‘Ask Me Anything’ and discussion facilitated by Nathan Hayes. Questions like:

  1. Should I buy equipment to lower my tax bill?
  2. What do my financial professionals need to have my books tax ready?
  3. Who do I need to issue 1099s to?
  4. And bring your own questions too!


When: Friday, December 1, 2023, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Speaker: Hosted by Nathan Hayes with panelists Hayley Stewart and JR Armstrong
Register Now
Industry Events
IDOC is a proud sponsor of the following Industry Event(s)
Check back to see what events we are participating in.
Vision Expo West

When: September 18-21, 2024
Where: The Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, NV

Planning to attend? Use the IDOC discount link below.

Vision Expo
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