Vision Expo

About the Vision Expo

Our annual Vision Expo showcases the latest products, services, adaptive technologies, and resources currently available or on the horizon. Along with several guest speakers, numerous exhibitors are on hand to demonstrate their offerings. 

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Event Details

Every October, BSC’s annual Vision Expo showcases the latest products, services, adaptive technologies, and resources currently available to empower the blind and low-vision community. Past vendors have included Access Living, Cane and Able Fitness, Friedman Place, Chicago Lighthouse, Chicago Board of Elections, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Vanda Pharmaceuticals, and many more. A variety of presentations enhance the day with topics ranging from Independent Voting; ADA Compliance Programs with the Chicago Transit Authority; and a Q&A with a licensed Doctor of Optometry.  The day opens with a Continental Breakfast and includes a box lunch and a swag bag.

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woman and blind man sitting at a computer

Guest Speakers

Our annual Vision Expo showcases the latest products, services, adaptive technologies, and resources currently available or on the horizon. Along with several guest speakers, numerous exhibitors are on hand to demonstrate their offerings. 

Conference room with speaker at podium on stage, attendees seated at tables, and informational signs on easels beside the stage.

Nic Logan and Geneva Morris, Lead Trainers, Chicago Board of Elections

Independent Voting: A Demonstration from the Chicago Board of Elections.

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Norbert Rum, Accessibility Specialist, Americaneagle.com

Building Connections: How /r/blind Benefits the Visually Impaired Community and Accessibility.

Speaker at a podium next to a sign listing Chicago Vision Expo exhibitors.

Ian Essling, Coach – Chicago Blind Hockey

An Introduction to the Chicago Blind Hockey Team.

Sponsors

Our annual Vision Expo showcases the latest products, services, adaptive technologies, and resources currently available or on the horizon. Along with several guest speakers, numerous exhibitors are on hand to demonstrate their offerings. 

Chicago Lighthouse

The Chicago Lighthouse serves people who are blind, visually impaired, otherwise disabled and /or Veterans, allowing them to reach the full potential of their lives. Our programs help build knowledge and lifetime skills, expand opportunities for employment and supporting career growth, and discover new approaches for the empowerment of our communities.

Innovative Vision Products

Regain independence with assistive technology.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Your leading resource about Non-24, why it affects the visually impaired and why it causes sleep struggles.