Jens Carlson

Jens Carlson

Everyone has a story worth telling. Sharing these stories is where I excel. I love writing about the human experience, our trials and tribulations as well as our triumphs and joys. I've enjoyed rewarding work as a reporter, an editor, a digital support specialist and a social media producer.

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What to Make of the Changing Eyecare Trade Show Landscape

The Vision Council announced in October it was moving its marquee event – Vision Expo East – from New York City to Orlando beginning in 2025. The decision sent shockwaves through the optical industry. The annual trade show and convention in the Big Apple has been a staple on the collective calendars of eyecare professionals for years. The Vision Council’s decision to move it from one of the world’s most important fashion and business epicenters to the middle of Florida is a seismic shift.
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Ten Minutes with Patrick Dempsey on a New York City Balcony

Patrick Dempsey has done this before. He rises from the balcony sofa and confidently strides a few steps my way. He seamlessly extends his right hand and makes eye contact. As he encases my hand in a warm embrace, he says with a casual sincerity, “It is a pleasure to meet you.” His winning smile. His calm demeanor. His presence in the moment is on full display. And thus begins my allotted 10 minutes with this actor I’ve known of since the ’80s, but knew precious little about just a few days a
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One Last Look at the Resurgent Vision Expo East 2023 in New York City

Vision Expo East 2023 took place March 16-19 at Javits Center in New York City. The annual event had a pre-covid feel to it with a packed showroom floor and a long list of scheduled activities in the conference center and scattered around Midtown Manhattan. INVISION Magazine was on hand for all of it. (Of course we were!) It was wonderful wandering the booths, catching up with old friends, and making some new ones. There’s always so much to see and do at these things!
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Elton John's Iconic Dodger Stadium Frames: 47 Years After Historic Event, He Returns for Final Shows on U.S. Soil

Sir Elton John is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. He’s a generational musical talent as both vocalist and pianist. He’s also a world-class showman whose renowned stage performances have left indelible marks on audiences and rock ‘n’ roll history alike. One of his greatest shows – arguably the greatest – is still being talked about and commemorated nearly 50 years later. Books have been written about it. The Los Angeles Dodgers commemorated it this past season with a souvenir bob
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How Glaucoma Expanded One Young Playwright’s Vision

Bianca Beach knows all about eye trauma. She’s dealt with it on some level her entire life. She was just a baby when she was fitted for her first pair of eyeglasses. She experienced a complete retinal tear when she was 11. And now, as a young adult, she needs eyedrop medication to keep from going blind. Bianca has glaucoma. She is only 23 years old. She’s met with numerous eyecare professionals over the years. She’s endured numerous surgeries and grueling recoveries. She knows the odds are no