Please Note: Conference information, pricing, and course schedules are now available for viewing. Registration through the Click Here buttons will open no later than Thursday, July 2.
October 1 – 4, 2026
Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center
2200 Refuge Blvd, Flowood, MS 39232
1. To register online, you may need to create an account with AOA first. To create an account:
2. Once you have an AOA account you can register online to the event:
Hotel Room Block Registration
Early Bird Registration (6/24-8/14)
Standard Registration (8/15-9/25)
Registration Add-Ons
Additional Sponsor Options to add
Thank you for your interest in the MOA Fall Conference! Limited on site registration will be available at the registration desk beginning at 7:15 am Friday October 2.
** Vendors receive 2 expo attendee badges w/registration.
Fall Conference FAQ'S
Having trouble accessing the online registration?
Existing Members of AOA
To find your existing account, try retrieving your username using the email address you have on file. You can also reset your password using the same email address. If you need additional assistance, please contact the MOA office.
Non-Existing Members of AOA
**If you do not currently have a Account you can also register online, for further assistance contact the MOA Office for assistance setting up an Account.
How many people usually attend the MOA fall conference?
MOA’s average attendance numbers are +220 Optometrists in person, +40 Optometrist virtual, +95 Paraoptometrics (staff), and 37-40 exhibitors.
Will exhibitors receive an attendee list?
After the conference ends MOA will send a list of attendees (minus those who opt out of sharing their information).
What information is included in the attendee list?
MOA includes attendee name, business name, business address, and business phone.
What is included in the Expo registration?
The standard equipment provided by the MOA will consist of two name badges, a cloth back wall 8′ high, side dividers 36″ high, 6′ table, 2 chairs, and company name in program. Electricity is an extra cost and must be selected at registration.
What is included in the expanded Speaking Sponsor Expo registration?
The expanded Speaking Sponsor Expo registration includes all items from the base level, plus foyer expo hours on Saturday morning, and a 10-minute speaking slot to ODs and Paras.
What day do Exhibitors set up?
Exhibitors registration and setup is friday morning.
What day/time is the Expo?
The Expo is scheduled from 1:30 – 4:30 pm on Friday October 2.
What if I have additional questions?
Please contact [email protected] and [email protected] if you have additional questions regarding MOA’s Fall Conference and Vision Expo.
