The stage is set, and the spotlight is ready to shine on excellence once again. The third edition of the ‘YOU&EYE’ Global Opticians Awards will take place in the heart of Dubai at the prestigious Dubai World Trade Centre, a fitting venue for a celebration that brings together the finest in the optical industry from around the globe.
What began as a pioneering initiative in India has evolved into a truly global platform, recognising and celebrating excellence in vision care across continents. Each year, the awards raise the bar in retail excellence, customer service, and clinical expertise, charting the journey of an industry in transformation.
Why You Should Enter Now
The award categories are designed to spotlight those making a difference, whether it’s through outstanding retail achievements, strategic business growth, remarkable customer experiences, or clinical excellence. This year brings even more opportunities for opticians and optical practices to shine:
Past winners have come from Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Tanzania, India, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia, a testament to the awards’ global reach and ability to spotlight excellence in every corner of the optical world.
More Than Awards
Beyond the accolades, the ‘YOU&EYE’ Global Opticians Awards 2025 offers something invaluable: connection. It’s where retailers, manufacturers, designers, and thought leaders gather to celebrate shared values, bold ideas, and a collective vision for the future.
It’s also about honouring the human stories behind the progress, stories of passion, purpose, and precision that may start in small, local practices and grow into globally recognised names.
For those attending, the night promises more than glamour; it offers an unforgettable experience that reflects the aspirations of modern optical professionals and sets the tone for the future of the industry.
Participation is free and open to opticians and optical retailers from anywhere in the world. Whether you run a single store or a retail chain, this is your platform to showcase what makes you exceptional.
Visit youandeyemag.com/awards-dubai and submit your entry.
Every entry is a chance to tell your story, inspire others, and gain the recognition your work deserves.
Mark your calendar, gather your achievements, and be ready to step into the spotlight. This event isn’t just about where the optical industry stands today—it’s about shaping where it’s going next, and you could be one of the leaders lighting the way.
Be seen. Be celebrated.
