opti NEXT GENERATION HUB
In Hall 3 you will find everything for your future career in optometry – connect, try things out, learn and get inspired.
opti NEXT GENERATION HUB
At the opti NEXT GENERATION HUB you can look forward to strong formats: Speed Dating COMPANY CONNECT and Speed Dating CAMPUS CONNECT, opti MY OWN BUSINESS for everyone who is interested in becoming self-employed, as well as – NEW – your free professional application photo taken by a professional photographer.
Also at the opti NEXT GENERATION HUB
Panel Talks: open, direct and relevant
The young generation of optometry discusses AI, career paths, self-marketing and future topics with industry professionals.
Meet & Greet
Meet inspiring personalities live, such as design guru Selin Olmsted from New York. Ask questions, get tips and be inspired.
Best Practices
Showcase outstanding concepts and business models from owners and young self-employed professionals – perfect for fresh ideas and encouragement to pursue your own.
Speed Dating COMPANY CONNECT with potential employers
Meet at the opti NEXT GENERATION HUB companies looking for young talent like you. Whether a working student position, internship, apprenticeship or first career step – the fast-paced one-to-one format helps you find out if you are a good match.
Friday: 16.01. - 13:30–14:00
Saturday: 17.01. - 13:30–14:00
Speed Dating CAMPUS CONNECT with universities and training institutions
Attention aspiring opticians: at the opti NEXT GENERATION HUB, the Speed Dating format CAMPUS CONNECT offers you direct insights into study and training opportunities. University representatives answer your questions about Bachelor’s, Master’s and specialised programmes – personally and directly.
Friday: 16.01. - 11:30–12:00
Saturday: 17.01. - 11:30–12:00
opti MY OWN BUSINESS
Yet another offer at the opti NEXT GENERATION HUB: Are you considering to open up your own shop or are you simply curious about how self-employment works? Book a one-to-one at opti with members of the ZVA Innovation Circle and exchange ideas with young self-employed entrepreneurs. Ask your questions, gain honest insights, practical tips and guidance – confidentially and on an equal footing.
Career Photos: Your professional application picture - powered by OCULUS
In the NEXT GENERATION Lounge, opti offers you to have shot your own application photos – free of charge. A professional photographer will ensure you are perfectly prepared for your next career steps.
Please note: This offer is only available on Friday (January, 16).
opti CAMPUS
The opti CAMPUS is all about education, study and further development in optometry and hearing acoustics. Ten renowned specialist academies and universities show you which paths are open to you – whether career entry, further training, specialisation or an academic qualification.
opti NEXT GEN TOURS
These unique live walk-throughs are designed for young talents – from apprentices to Master’s students. On the tour, you will encounter companies with exciting topics. – however only if have bindingly registered to partake 😉. Places are strictly limited to 15 persons! Earlybirds will not only be catching their place on the tour, but also get a goodie bag after the tour.
opti PARTY
Celebrate the first day of the trade fair in style! From 7 pm, the opti PARTY is the meeting point for everyone who wants to network, dance or simply wind down the day with good music. Whether you make new contacts or just have fun – this evening will be unforgettable.
When? Friday, 16.01.2025, 7 – 10 pm
Where? Restaurant C1/C2 on the 1st floor, Northwest entrance
Play an active role in shaping the opti NEXT GENERATION concept!
Do you have cool ideas for exciting talks? Do you know an industry professional that everyone should experience live? Or do you want to bring a completely new format to the exhibition space? Then become part of the opti NEXT GENERATION team - we look forward to hearing from you!
Just send Julia from the opti team an email.