The countdown is on! Tears, laughs, connections, knowledge, and insight for all ages living with a prosthetic or blind eye.
Here’s a revised version for clarity, flow, and readability:
The 3rd Annual EYE-Connect Virtual Conference
🗓 Date: June 8, 2024
📰 Featured in: The San Diego Union-Tribune! Check out their article: Read here
FAQ for the EYE-Connect Virtual Conference
When is the conference?
🗓 Date: June 8, 2024
🕘 Time:
9 AM - 2 PM PST
10 AM - 3 PM MST
11 AM - 4 PM CMT
Noon - 5 PM EST
Is there a promo code?
Yes! Use Shelby at checkout to receive 33% off your ticket.
Will the conference be recorded?
Yes! If you can’t attend live or miss parts of it, you’ll receive the recording via email after the event.
What to Expect:
✨ Tears, laughs, connections, and insight for individuals of all ages living with a prosthetic or blind eye.
✨ Inspiring stories, practical knowledge, and personal development.
✨ Four amazing keynote speakers:
Christina: Ocularist
Mrs. Sunshine: Teacher & Influencer
Somer: Mother & Advocate
Vinny: Athlete
✨ Four guest speakers from our community.
✨ Small breakout rooms for speed networking.
✨ Fun giveaways and Q&A sessions!
The event will last 5 hours, so please log in 10 minutes early to ensure a smooth start.
Will there be breaks?
Yes, we’ll take two 10-minute breaks during the event.
How to Prepare:
Download Zoom on your computer or tablet.
Bring a notebook, pen, snacks, and a drink.
Share the “I’M IN” banner in our private Facebook group once registered.
Oh, and don’t forget tissues!
Schedule Changes
While we strive to stick to the schedule, changes (e.g., speaker lineup) may occur in emergencies. We may even stay on longer for additional fun!
Post-Conference Connection:
💬 Join our private Facebook group to stay connected.
📆 Follow-Up Call: June 29, 2024, at 9 AM PST—a chance to reconnect and share insights!
Want to Share Your Story?
If you’d like to speak at the follow-up call, let us know!
Special Offers and Membership Info:
If you’re part of the One-Eye Era membership, you automatically have access to the conference.
Bought a ticket but want to join the membership? Your ticket purchase can be applied to your first month’s membership payment. Contact us for details!
Alumni from past EYE-Connect Conferences get a special rate—reach out if you didn’t receive your link!
What is the Fun Eye Fund?
💡 50% of the proceeds from this event go to the Fun Eye Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to providing artistic prosthetics to the monocular community.
Participation Encouragement:
While participation is optional, we encourage you to:
Turn on your Zoom camera.
Ask questions during Q&A and in the chat.
Share during breakout rooms.
Use our hashtag: #EyeConnect whenever something resonates with you!
✨ Growth happens when we step out of our comfort zones, connect with others, and share our stories.
Meet Our Speakers:
Christina King
Credentials: B.C., B.C.O., B.A.D.O.
Ocularist based in Portland, Oregon.
Innovator in 3D-printed ergonomic impression trays.
Passionate about providing affordable or free artistic prosthetic eyes through the @funeyefund.
Mrs. Sunshine
Special Education Teacher & Social Media Influencer from Los Angeles.
Lost her eye at age 5 in an accident.
Advocates for body positivity and normalizing prosthetic eyes.
Somer Stanley
Military spouse, mother, advocate, and CEO.
Shares her family’s journey raising a child with a prosthetic eye, providing support and community for others.
Vinny Derubeis
Professional baseball player who lost his left eye due to an injury during his collegiate career.
Inspires others with his resilience and determination to continue pursuing his dreams.
Host:
Shelby Perry
Founder of EYEHESIVE and the One-Eye Era membership.
After losing her right eye in a snowboarding accident in 2021, Shelby created EYEHESIVE to empower and support the monocular community.
💬 Contact Us: [email protected]
🛒 Grab your ticket now! Use promo code Shelby for 33% off.
Let’s make this event an unforgettable experience together! 🌟
