Vision Expo

About the Vision Expo

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What to Expect
The Blind Service Chicago Vision Expo is a dynamic day of connection, discovery, and community for individuals who are blind or low vision, family members, and professionals. Explore the latest adaptive technology, community resources, and services designed to promote independence.
 
Enjoy engaging presentations, interactive discussions, networking opportunities, exhibitor tables, complimentary refreshments, giveaways, and more. All of this happens in a welcoming and energetic environment that brings the community together!

Event Details

Join Blind Service Chicago on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at Venue West, 221 N. Paulina in Chicago for a welcoming day of connection, community, and discovery.

Sponsors

We cannot do this work alone! Thank you to the 2026 Blind Service Chicago Vision Expo sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors

Uzurv

Gold Sponsors

Spectrios Institute for Low Vision

Silver Sponsors

AIRA

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Bronze Sponsors

Chicago Transit Authority

Hadley

Past Guest Speakers

Conference room with speaker at podium on stage, attendees seated at tables, and informational signs on easels beside the stage.

Nic Logan and Geneva Morris, Lead Trainers, Chicago Board of Elections

Independent Voting: A Demonstration from the Chicago Board of Elections.

People attending a conference with a speaker at the podium in a well-lit room.

Norbert Rum, Accessibility Specialist, Americaneagle.com

Building Connections: How /r/blind Benefits the Visually Impaired Community and Accessibility.

Speaker at a podium next to a sign listing Chicago Vision Expo exhibitors.

Ian Essling, Coach – Chicago Blind Hockey

An Introduction to the Chicago Blind Hockey Team.