Vision Expo and VSP Vision Name Finalists for 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge

Published on February 5, 2026
NORWALK, Conn. and RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—Vision Expo, produced by RX and The Vision Council, in collaboration with VSP Vision, a leader in health-focused vision care, announced the four startups that will participate in the 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge, a global competition designed to source, spur and advance early-stage startups and technologies that are elevating the eyecare experience. The four finalists will participate in a four-week startup bootcamp this month, receiving expert mentorship and exclusive resources to refine their value propositions.
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