2025 Tariff Developments Webinar
2025 Tariff Developments Webinar
Latest Updates on Tariffs Impacting the Optical Industry
June 10, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (CT)
Tariffs are back in the headlines and back on the minds of independent eye care professionals. But what do these policy shifts actually mean for your business, your patients, and the broader vision care market?
Join us for a real-time update from the government and legal strategists at The Vision Council, who are actively working to inform and influence policy in Washington.
This 60–90 minute session will cover:
  • The current state of play with reciprocal tariffs and what’s expected next

  • Inside strategy from The Vision Council’s government & regulatory affairs team

  • The impact on ECPs and what can be done about it

  • How to get involved and amplify your voice through national advocacy

  • A preview of market data trends from recent provider and consumer surveys

  • Free resources you can use now, including monthly promotional toolkits and marketing support for your practice

  • Live Q&A and discussion with the speakers

Featured Speakers:
  • Omar El Khatib, Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs, The Vision Council

  • Rick Van Arnam, International Trade Attorney, The Vision Council

Featured Guest:

  • Jamie Rosin, Chairman of the Board, The Vision Council

Agenda - Central Time
Tuesday, June 10
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Bringing you the latest and it's potential impact on the ECP.
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Get your questions answered by The Vision Council experts.
Speakers
Senior Manager, Government Relations
The Vision Council
Omar is the senior manager of government relations, leading the association’s advocacy to state and federal policymakers on issues of importance to the optical industry and members.
Regulatory Counsel
The Vision Council
With his work as counsel for The Vision Council, Rick has considerable experience with issues involving the FDA's regulation of medical devices and the manner in which national and international manufacturing standards are created.
Optical Retail Division Chair
The Vision Council
Industry Visionary & Growth Architect Responsible For Building Rosin Eyecare From 4 Locations To 60.
Chief Executive Officer
The Vision Council
Ashley brings over 20 years of progressive trade association management, marketing and leadership experience to The Vision Council.
Federal Affairs Counsel
The Vision Council
Josh is a Senior Policy Advisor at Venable and serves as federal affairs counsel to The Vision Council.

Omar Elkhatib

Omar is the senior manager of government relations, leading the association’s advocacy to state and federal policymakers on issues of importance to the optical industry and members.

Rick Van Arnam

With his work as counsel for The Vision Council, Rick has considerable experience with issues involving the FDA's regulation of medical devices and the manner in which national and international manufacturing standards are created.

James Rosin

Industry Visionary & Growth Architect Responsible For Building Rosin Eyecare From 4 Locations To 60.

Ashley Mills

Ashley brings over 20 years of progressive trade association management, marketing and leadership experience to The Vision Council.

Josh Finestone

Josh is a Senior Policy Advisor at Venable and serves as federal affairs counsel to The Vision Council.

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