1928 – 2028 A CENTURY OF BEHAVIORAL OPTOMETRY Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide Building the Next Century of Behavioral Optometry Together 30,000+ MONTHLY SITE VISITORS 165,000+ MONTHLY PAGE VIEWS 100 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP Presented in advance of ICBO 2028 International Congress of Behavioral Optometry · March 1–4, 2028 · Las Vegas, Nevada Optometric Extension Program Foundation
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 2 WHY THIS GUIDE Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership, Education, and Innovation In 2028, the Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF) will celebrate a remarkable milestone: 100 years of advancing behavioral optometry, vision therapy, professional education, research, and patient care. Founded in 1928, OEPF has served as a global leader in behavioral and developmental optometry, helping generations of practitioners develop the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to improve lives through vision. As we prepare for our Centennial Celebration at the International Congress of Behavioral Optometry (ICBO), March 1–4, 2028, in Las Vegas, Nevada, we invite industry leaders, innovators, publishers, technology companies, educational organizations, and mission-aligned partners to join us in shaping the future of the profession. This guide outlines the opportunities to build a meaningful partnership with OEPF from 2026 through 2028 and beyond.
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 3 THE OPPORTUNITY Why Partner with OEPF? For nearly a century, OEPF has been one of the most trusted names in behavioral optometry and vision therapy. Our mission extends beyond education. We cultivate a vibrant international community of practitioners, educators, students, researchers, and healthcare professionals committed to advancing visual performance, learning, rehabilitation, and patient outcomes. By partnering with OEPF, your organization gains direct access to a highly engaged, highly specialized professional audience — while supporting initiatives that strengthen the future of the profession. 30,000+ UNIQUE VISITORS / MO. 165,000+ PAGE VIEWS / MO. 30,000+ NEWSLETTER VIEWS / MO. 30,000+ REGISTRATION VIEWS / MO. A Highly Specialized Professional Community Who You Reach Optometrists, vision therapists, faculty and researchers, students and residents, practice owners, and international clinical leaders. Where You're Seen OVP Journal, OEPF publications and educational resources, the OEPF Online Shop, the Clinical Curriculum, and Specialty Certification programs. Unlike broad healthcare advertising, OEPF connects partners directly with professionals actively engaged in behavioral optometry, vision therapy, neuro-optometric rehabilitation, pediatrics, sports vision, and learning-related vision care — the exact audience your sales and marketing teams are trying to reach.
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 4 OUR MODEL More Than Sponsorship: A Strategic Partnership Many organizations offer sponsorship opportunities. OEPF offers partnerships — built around four pillars designed to deliver value well beyond a logo placement. Visibility Increase awareness of your brand, products, services, and initiatives through trusted OEPF channels. Engagement Connect directly with professionals, educators, and future leaders shaping the field. Collaboration Develop meaningful projects that support education, innovation, and professional growth. Legacy Become part of OEPF’s historic 100th Anniversary and help shape the next century of behavioral optometry. A Unique Benefit: Informational Interviews & Community Insights One of the most valuable aspects of partnering with OEPF is access to customized informational interviews and community engagement opportunities — tailored to your organization’s objectives and designed to surface insight into clinical needs, product development, educational priorities, emerging technologies, market trends, practice management, research initiatives, and professional adoption. Available formats include: ✓ Individual Interviews — one-on-one discussions with practitioners, educators, researchers, or faculty ✓ Focus Groups — small-group conversations exploring specific topics, products, or initiatives ✓ Faculty Roundtables — discussions with experienced leaders in behavioral optometry and vision therapy ✓ Student and Resident Panels — insight into the next generation entering the profession ✓ Community Forums — interactive discussions designed around your organization’s strategic goals
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 5 PARTNERSHIP LEVELS Industry Partnership Opportunities Five partnership levels are available, each designed to scale with your organization’s goals — from consistent professional visibility to long-term strategic alignment with OEPF’s Centennial Campaign. Partnership Benefit OUR HIGHEST LEVEL Centennial Founding Partner $15,000+ annually, multiyear MOST POPULAR Platinum Partner $5,000– $10,000 annually Gold Partner $2,500– $5,000 annually Silver Partner $1,500– $2,500 annually Bronze Partner $500– $1,500 annually Homepage logo placement ✓ ✓ – – – OVP Journal recognition ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ OEPF Shop recognition ✓ ✓ ✓ – – Newsletter features ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Social media spotlights ✓ ✓ ✓ – – Click-through links ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ – Customized engagement initiatives ✓ ✓ – – – Executive interview opportunities ✓ – – – – Priority Centennial visibility (ICBO 2028) ✓ – – – – Legacy initiative naming opportunity ✓ – – – – The Centennial Founding Partner level also includes the opportunity to support a named legacy initiative — a scholarship, publication, educational resource, or research project carrying your organization’s name into OEPF’s second century.
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 6 BUILT AROUND YOUR GOALS Customized Partnership Opportunities Every organization has unique goals and priorities. Beyond the standard tiers, OEPF works directly with partners to develop customized initiatives that align precisely with your objectives. Dedicated Newsletter Sponsorships Showcase products, services, educational programs, or initiatives through a dedicated communication to our audience. Resource Sponsorships Support educational tools, publications, clinical resources, or research projects. Scholarship Sponsorships Invest in the next generation of optometric professionals. Research Support Advance innovation and evidence-based care. Educational Collaborations Partner on webinars, presentations, educational content, or professional development initiatives. Community Insight Programs Facilitate tailored informational interviews, focus groups, and practitioner discussions. ICBO 2028 Visibility Opportunities Maximize exposure during one of the most significant events in behavioral optometry.
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 7 THE PATH TO 2028 The Road to ICBO 2028 Our Centennial Celebration is not a single event. It is a multi-year journey that begins today. 2026 Awareness › Introduce Centennial Partnership opportunities › Launch Founding Partner program › Begin sponsor engagement and discovery conversations 2027 Engagement › Expand collaborative initiatives › Highlight partner success stories › Increase visibility and thought leadership 2028 Celebration › Showcase partners during OEPF's Centennial year › Celebrate together at ICBO 2028 › Launch initiatives for OEPF's next century Your Partnership Creates Impact Partner support directly contributes to: Scholarships Supporting students, residents, and future leaders. Educational Resources Developing new clinical and educational materials. Research Advancing knowledge and innovation in behavioral optometry. Publications Supporting the continued growth of the OVP Journal and OEPF resources. Global Outreach Expanding awareness and access to behavioral optometry worldwide. Together, we can ensure that OEPF continues to serve the profession for the next 100 years.
OEPF | Industry Partnership & Centennial Sponsorship Guide 2026–2028 oepf.org Page 8 NEXT STEPS Let’s Start the Conversation Whether your organization is interested in visibility, professional engagement, educational collaboration, market insights, research support, or long-term partnership opportunities, we welcome the opportunity to explore how we can work together. As we celebrate a century of leadership and prepare for the future, we invite you to become part of the journey. Building the Next Century of Behavioral Optometry Together We welcome a conversation about which partnership level — or custom initiative — best fits your organization’s goals. Line Vreven President & CEO, Optometric Extension Program Foundation (OEPF) Email: line.vreven@oepf.org Web: www.oepf.org
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