We are thrilled to share that Vivid Vision was selected as one of six finalists for the prestigious VSP Vision Innovation Challenge 2025! This global competition, hosted by VSP Vision, MATTER healthcare incubator, and Topcon Healthcare, recognized the most innovative companies transforming the eye care experience.

About the VSP Vision Innovation Challenge

The VSP Vision Innovation Challenge was a global competition designed to source and advance solutions that enhance provider and patient experiences in eye care. The challenge selected six startups—three early-stage and three later-stage companies—to participate in a comprehensive four-week startup bootcamp and present their solutions live at Vision Expo West, one of the largest gatherings of vision care professionals in the industry.

Recognition for Vivid Vision Perimetry (VVP)

Our selection as a finalist represents significant validation of our innovative approach to visual field testing. Our VVP technology for digital endpoints in AMD and glaucoma clinical trials enables at-home visual field testing with more data precision. With our level of precision, VVP accelerates pharmaceutical trial timelines significantly, reduces the number of participants required, and therefore lowers trial costs. We enable pharmaceutical companies to bring their sight-saving interventions to market quicker and with more reliability. We also help eye care professionals with referral accuracy to specialists- making sure the right patient is in the right chair at the right time. 

This recognition highlighted how our technology addresses critical needs in both clinical practice and research, offering more accessible and precise solutions for vision care.

A Valuable Experience and Platform

As finalists, we participated in a four-week startup bootcamp, receiving expert mentorship and exclusive resources to refine our value proposition. The program provided access to leading vision care, venture capital, and healthcare professionals, along with pitch deck support from MATTER and the VSP Global Innovation Center.

Our Chief Growth Officer, Kelin Kushin, presented our solution live on stage at Vision Expo West at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 18, 2025. Kelin shared that the experience "was a unique blend of early and late stage companies" and "provided valuable conversations, feedback, and exposure that probably would not have happened otherwise. I would highly recommend the Challenge to other companies in the vision care innovation/start-up space." 

Outstanding Company Among Fellow Finalists

We were honored to be recognized alongside five other innovative companies, out of an original pool of over 50 applicants, that are also transforming eye care:

• Vitazi - AI-powered decision support platform enabling the early detection of various conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disorders, through a retinal scan.
• Soliddd - AR glasses for macular degeneration that restore full-field sight to functionally blind people, also being tested for glaucoma, optic neuritis, cone-rod dystrophy, retinitis pigmentosa, and severe astigmatism.
• Muse AI - AI eyewear recommendation tool helping independent optometrists and retailers create a personalized pre-shopping discovery experience for their customers.
• Remidio - Suite of AI-enabled hardware and software delivering remote, accessible eye care and whole-body health, featuring smartphone-based retinal imaging without dilation and a proprietary Vision Foundational AI Model.
• Reyedar - Eye tracking AI for early detection of glaucoma, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's.

Reflecting on the Experience

This recognition from the VSP Innovation Challenge validated our commitment to revolutionizing vision care through cutting-edge VR technology. The experience of participating in the bootcamp program and presenting at Vision Expo West provided invaluable exposure and connections within the industry.

As Ruth Yomtoubian, Vice President and Head of the VSP Global Innovation Center, noted: "For 70 years, VSP has been helping people see. As next-gen technologies and research continue to elevate the role the eyes play in preventive care and overall health, it is essential that we continue exploring emerging solutions that can help scale access to care and enhance patient and provider experiences".

We were proud to be part of this mission to enhance the eye care experience and contribute to the future of vision health through our innovative technology.

Contact our Clinical Partnerships team to schedule a technical presentation or to request our VVP information package.