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• ABO & NCLE Exam Reviews (Online)

  • Start
    January 01, 2025
  • End
    December 31, 2025
  • Location
    Online

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  Professional Opticians of Florida have partnered with WINK Productions to offer a new on-line program developed to review the fundamentals needed to help you prepare for the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) Certification Examinations required for licensure in Florida.
  

  Each virtual interactive lesson consists of slides, audio, speaker notes and a quiz, allowing you to review and complete the training independently. Online testing can make sure the most important information is understood. And, interactive education is more fun and more likely to be retained.

  Your email confirmation will include information on accessing the review courses.

  
  

  POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.
  

  
  

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• 2025 Vision Preview

  • Start
    July 25, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    July 27, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, 19999 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL 33180

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  Your friends at Professional Opticians of Florida look forward to you joining us at Vision Preview 2025  at a NEW Location & Time!

  JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa! We put together the best educational speakers in Opticianry for this weekend's event.

  
  

  For Full Details on  Vision Preview Click Here
  

  Schedule at a Glance

  
  

  Friday, July 25th 

  10:00 am Registration Desk Opens

  12:00 pm CE Courses Start 

  Saturday, July 26th 

  7:30 am Registration Desk Opens

  8:00 am CE Courses Start 

  11:45 am Lunch & Trade Show

  Once education ends on Saturday, please join us for Happy Hour in the Trade Show followed by Opticians After Dark  

  Sunday, July 27th
  

  7:30am Registration Desk Opens

  8:00am CE Courses Start 

  For the Vision Preview Education Schedule Click Here

  JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

  Resort & Spa

  

  • Group Rate-$195/night
  • $20 Overnight Self Parking
  • $15 Daily Self Parking
  • Resort Fee $20 per room per night

  Resort Fee Includes:

  • Daily Access to the Spa, Fitness Center, and Wellness Circuit including access to the Aromatherapy/Chromatherapy Steam Room and Himalayan Salt Therapy Suite, reservations required.
  • Daily Access to Cascata Pool (Adults Only)
  • Admission to Tidal Cove Water Park (based on legal occupancy of room type)
  • Daily Access to driving range with unlimited use of range golf balls. Reservations are required.
  • Use of resort bikes; unlimited time limit, reservations required
  • Children 3 years of age and under eat complimentary at CORSAIR (children’s menu)
  • Enhanced high-speed internet access in the guestroom

  
  

  Book Hotel

  19999 W Country Club Dr

  Aventura, FL 33180

  305-932-6200

  *Block rate ends July 8, 2025*

  Please call The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa In House Reservations at 786-279-6770 or toll free at 855-999-0493 and advise them you are with the POF - 2025 Vision Preview and ask for the POF group rate of $195 per night.

  
  

   
  

  POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.

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• ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep (Live)

  • Start
    July 26, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    July 27, 2025
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa, 19999 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL 33180

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  LIVE ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep Courses:

  July 26 & 27, 2025

  POF, in conjunction with the UOA, is pleased to offer ABO and NCLE live Basic Certification Exam Prep Courses. These live ABO/NCLE exam preps are 6 hours each and are conducted by full time Opticianry program instructors who will review the exam materials and assist you in your exam preparations. The  instructor will answer your questions and help you prepare by studying appropriate materials in advance of your exam. 

  
  

  ABO Basic Certification Exam Prep Course
  

  Saturday, July 26, 2025

  8:15 am Attendee check-in

  8:30 -12:00 pm Welcome & Instruction: Exam Review

  12:00 -1:00 pm Lunch on your own

  1:00 -3:25 pm Instruction: Exam Review

  3:25 -3:30 pm Evaluations, Wrap up & Thank you

  
  

  NCLE Basic Certification Exam Prep Course

  Sunday, July 27, 2025

  8:15 am Attendee check-in

  8:30 -12:00 pm Welcome & Instruction: Exam Review

  12:00 -1:00 pm Lunch on your own

  1:00 -3:25 pm Instruction: Exam Review

  3:25 -3:30 pm Evaluations, Wrap up & Thank you

  
  

  
  

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  JW Marriott Miami Turnberry

  Resort & Spa

  

  • Group Rate-$195/night
  • $20 Overnight Self Parking
  • $15 Daily Self Parking
  • Resort Fee $20 per room per night

  Resort Fee Includes:

  • Daily Access to the Spa, Fitness Center, and Wellness Circuit including access to the Aromatherapy/Chromatherapy Steam Room and Himalayan Salt Therapy Suite, reservations required.
  • Daily Access to Cascata Pool (Adults Only)
  • Admission to Tidal Cove Water Park (based on legal occupancy of room type)
  • Daily Access to driving range with unlimited use of range golf balls. Reservations are required.
  • Use of resort bikes; unlimited time limit, reservations required
  • Children 3 years of age and under eat complimentary at CORSAIR (children’s menu)
  • Enhanced high-speed internet access in the guestroom

  
  

  Book Hotel

  19999 W Country Club Dr

  Aventura, FL 33180

  305-932-6200

  Please call The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa In House Reservations at 786-279-6770 or toll free at 855-999-0493 and advise them you are with the POF - 2025 Vision Preview and ask for the POF group rate of $195 per night.

  *Block rate ends July 8, 2025*

  
  

  IMPORTANT NOTICE: POF and all other exam review courses can only be a part of a comprehensive study program. Successful exam candidates have used these POF exam review courses to answer questions and solidify knowledge gained by studying the recommended materials in advance of the reviews and exams. Both ABO & NCLE exams cover vast areas of knowledge from years of experience. We strongly recommend that you use this review course in conjunction with adequate individual study of quality review materials.  POF’s recommended study guides for both the ABO and NCLE exams are available on the POF MarketPlace of this website.

  POF Cancellation Policy:

  • You can cancel for any reason and receive 100% credit toward a future event—no explanation required.
  • If canceled at least 2 weeks before the event: you'll get a credit on your POF account.
  • If canceled within 2 weeks of the event: registration fees are not refundable or credited.

  Special Accommodations: In accordance with ADA, if you have any special requirements that we need to accommodate? Please call 850-201-2622. Pre-registration and 7 days advance written notice is required.

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• Manasota Chapter Education

  • When
    August 02, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Location
    Fruitville Library, 100 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Spaces left
    26

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  Manasota Chapter Presents:

  Optician Continuing Education

  August 2, 2025

  11:00 am - 2:30 pm

  4 Hours of CE Available

  Fruitville Library 

  100 Apex Road

  Sarasota, FL 34240

  
  

  Driving Directions

  

  10:45 am
  Registration & Check In

  
  

  11:00 am- 11:50 am

  Advance Your Dispensing Expertise By Using Freeform Lenses

  Carole Bratteig, LDO, (1 hour) Technical

  
  

  11:50 am-12:40 pm

  Maintaining Excellence in the Dispensary

  Carole Bratteig, LDO, (1 hour) Technical

  
  

  12:40 pm-2:20 pm

  Reduction of Medical Errors

  Anna Cox, LDO (2 hours) Medical Errors

  
  

  *Light snacks and drinks provided*

  
  

  POF Member Rate:  $35               
  

  Standard (non-member) Rate: $35 plus $20 per hour of education

  *Rates increase $10 one week prior to the event-Early registration is recommended  

  *No Onsite Registrations*

  POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.
  

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• 2025 Summer Showcase Conference

  • Start
    September 05, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    September 07, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort, 422 N. Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118

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  Your friends at Professional Opticians of Florida look forward to you joining us at Summer Showcase 2025  at The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort! We put together the best educational speakers in Opticianry for this weekend's event.

  
  

  For Full Details on  Summer Showcase Click Here

  
  

  Schedule at a Glance

  
  

  Friday, September 5th 

  10:00 am Registration Desk Opens

  12:00 pm CE Courses Start 

  Saturday, September 6th 

  7:30 am Registration Desk Opens

  8:00 am CE Courses Start 

  11:45 am Lunch & Trade Show

  Once education ends on Saturday, please join us for Happy Hour in the Trade Show followed by Opticians After Dark  

  Sunday, September 7th
  

  7:30am Registration Desk Opens

  8:00am CE Courses Start 

  
  

  For the  Summer Showcase Education Schedule Click Here

  The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort

  422 N. Atlantic Ave

  Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  

  (386) 271-7979

  Please call The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort 386-271-7979 and ask for the Professional Opticians of Florida group rate of $164 per night or click below to book online.  Please book before August 25, 2025.  

  
  

  
  

  • Resort Fees Reduced to $10
  • Valet Park $25
  • Self Park $10

  
  

  
  

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  POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.

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• Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program @ 2025 Summer Showcase

  • Start
    September 05, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    September 07, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Summer Showcase, The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort, 422 N Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Spaces left
    12

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  Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program

  POF's  32 hours of training in Contact Lenses meets and exceeds the Apprenticeship Requirements and Training Program for an Apprentice with a sponsor that is not Board Certified. (FL Admin Rule 64B12-16.003)

  Professional Opticians of Florida (POF)  has formulated their experience and resources to offer a contact lens program designed specifically for Apprentice Opticians in Florida. This new 32-hour course will be offered in two parts: 13 hours of on-line training, plus 19 hours of live and hands-on clinical training offered at this conference.

  PART 1: Available Online in advance of workshop

  The first part of the program is delivered on-line and covers contact Lens theory in carefully designed modules that can be completed at your own pace and in advance of the live hands-on clinical Part 2.

  Part 2: Clinical Workshop in Daytona Beach at POF’s  Summer Showcase 2025 Event

  This part of the program is offered as a clinical workshop model, which is delivered over a three-day weekend. You will spend nineteen (19) hours with highly skilled contact lens instructors learning the key concepts of Contact Lens fitting firsthand. 

  
  

  Be sure to register for the Certificate program now and complete the 13 hours of training online in Part 1 before Monday, September 1,  2025  to be eligible to take the clinical workshops listed above.

  Discounted POF Members Registration Total: $425 (including a complimentary one-year POF apprentice membership)

  
  

  For additional information on any of these Apprentice Training programs or to register, visit:  POF.org/apprentice.

  
  
  

   MORE on the Florida Apprentice Contact Lens Certificate Program

  
  

  The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort 422 N. Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach, FL 32118 (386) 271-7979

  
  

  The Daytona Grande Resort introduces a new level of seaside elegance to the World’s Most Famous Beach. Soaring 27 stories above the surf and sand, The Grande offers 458 luxuriously appointed guestrooms and suites, a gourmet restaurant overlooking the beach, an oceanfront resort pool with direct access to the beach, and an array of first-class services. Welcome to the new Daytona Beach.

  Please call The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort 386-271-7979 ext 314 and ask for the Professional Opticians of Florida group rate of $164 per night or click below to book online.  Please book before August 25, 2025.  

  Driving Directions to Hotel

  
  

  

  
  

  • Reduced daily resort fee of $10 
  • Self-Parking $10
  • Valet Parking $25

  
  

  
  

  
  

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  POF Cancellation Policy:

  • You can cancel for any reason and receive 100% credit toward a future event—no explanation required.
  • If canceled at least 2 weeks before the event: you'll get a credit on your POF account.
  • If canceled within 2 weeks of the event: registration fees are not refundable or credited.

  Special Accommodations: In accordance with ADA, if you have any special requirements that we need to accommodate? Please call 850-201-2622. Pre-registration and 7 days advance written notice is required.
  

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• Contact Lens Fitting Course for Board Certification

  • Start
    September 05, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    September 07, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Summer Showcase, The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort, 422 N Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Spaces left
    16

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  FLORIDA's 20 HOUR CONTACT LENS

  FITTING COURSE   For Florida Board Certification

  A 20 hour course covering state-of-the-art contact lens technologies and fitting techniques presented by the Professional Opticians of Florida.

  Become a Florida Board Certified Optician

  Earn the required 20 hours of training for your State Board of Opticianry Certification. This course fulfills the educational requirement to enable Florida opticians to fill, fit, adapt, and dispense contact lenses without the supervision of the prescriber. FL Statue 484.002(6)

  Education Schedule: New format with an advance live online webinar

  Tuesday, September 2:     6:30 - 9:30pm Mandatory Live Online Webinar*

  Friday,  September 5:       Noon - 5:00pm at Summer Showcase

  Saturday,  September 6:  9:00 - 5:00pm at Summer Showcase

  Sunday, September 7:    9:00 - 2:00pm at Summer Showcase  

  
  

  
  

  The course will include discussion and review of the following topics:
  

  • Optical anatomy and physiology
    
  • Indications and contra-indications of contact lens fitting
    
  • Identification of abnormal responses secondary to contact lens wear
    
  • Basic rigid and soft lens design
    
  • Fitting and follow-up care
    
  • Identify fluorescein contact lens patterns
    
  • Special lens designs and fittings
    
  • Review of clinical fitting case examples
    
  • 4 hour hands-on workshop with slit-lamps & keratometers
    

  

  Please call The Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort 386-271-7979 ext. 314 and ask for the Professional Opticians of Florida group rate of $164 per night or click below to book online.  Please book before August 25, 2025.  

  • Reduced daily resort fee of $10 
  • Self-Parking $10
  • Valet Parking $25
  • Book Room

  
  

  POF Cancellation Policy:

  • You can cancel for any reason and receive 100% credit toward a future event—no explanation required.
  • If canceled at least 2 weeks before the event: you'll get a credit on your POF account.
  • If canceled within 2 weeks of the event: registration fees are not refundable or credited.

  Special Accommodations: In accordance with ADA, if you have any special requirements that we need to accommodate? Please call 850-201-2622. Pre-registration and 7 days advance written notice is required.

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• ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

  • Start
    November 03, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • End
    December 08, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Webinar

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  ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series:

  Professional Opticians of Florida is pleased to offer the ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series.  This ABO Basic Certification Webinar Series consists of 6 - (2) hour sessions instructed by, Lisa Griffin , an Opticianry program instructor.  Your instructor will help you prepare for the ABO exam by teaching appropriate materials and answering any questions  in advance of your exam.

  ABO Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

  November 3

  November 10

  November 17

  November 24

  December 1

  December 8

  Webinar Hours: 7 - 9pm

  This review course covers the core areas of knowledge to assist in preparation for the ABO Basic Certification Exam.  Topics reviewed include:

  
  

  I. Ophthalmic Optics

  • Terminology
    
  • Lens characteristics, powers and formulas
    
  • Multifocals
    
  • Lens Materials
    
  • Prism
    

  II. Ocular Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology

  • Structure of the eye and function
    
  • Refractive errors
    

  III. Ophthalmic Products

  • Lenses & Frames
    
  • Applying produce Knowledge
  • Verifying frame and lens parameters

  IV. Instrumentation

  • Use of lens power devices
    
  • Select ophthalmic tool, instruments, and equipment
    
  • Use and maintain ophthalmic tool, instruments, and equipment
    

  V. Dispensing Procedure

  • Visual needs for lifestyle and occupational activities
    
  • Fitting, adjusting, measuring, and verification

  VI. Laws, Regulations, and Standards

  
  

  For more information on the ABO/NCLE Basic Certification Exam Reviews

  
  

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• NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

  • Start
    November 05, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • End
    December 10, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    Online Webinar

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  NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series:

  

  Professional Opticians of Florida is pleased to offer the NCLE Exam Review Webinar Series.  This NCLE webinar series consists of 6 - (2) hour sessions instructed by, Lisa Griffin , an Opticianry program instructor.  Your instructor will help you prepare for the NCLE exam by teaching appropriate materials and answering any questions  in advance of your exam.

  
  

  NCLE Basic Certification Exam Review Webinar Series

  November 5

  November 12

  November 19

  November 26

  December 3

  December 9

  Webinar Hours: 7 - 9pm
  

  This course will prepare the candidate for the NCLE Basic Certification Examination.
  
  Topics will include:

  
  Domain I -
  

  • Ocular Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of the eye as it pertains to contact lens wear and

  Domain II -

  • Refractive errors regarding ametropias and optical conditions related to contact lenses.

  Domain III -

  • Pre-fitting techniques will be discussed to evaluate the relationship between the corneal readings and the refractive error to identify the possible need for specialty materials and designs.

  Domain V and VI –

  • Will discuss the diagnostic fitting and dispensing of both soft and rigid lenses, including aftercare, wearing schedules and patient hygiene.
  • This Domain will also include the use of instruments, tests and evaluation procedures.

  Domain VII –

  • Will discuss follow-up and problem solving protocol as it relates to normal and abnormal symptoms and

  Domain VIII –

  • Will discuss the legal aspects of contact lenses and tolerance standards utilized in contact lens fitting.

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• Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation Webinar

  • When
    November 25, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Webinar-Online

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  All Florida Apprentices are required to attend an approved two-hour Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation course within one year of registering for

  their program. This webinar will fulfill your orientation course requirement and it includes the latest requirements, current deadlines, new exam updates and educational options for Apprentices.

  A limited number of spaces are available during the webinar, and they will be offered on a first-come first-served basis. Sponsors of Apprentices can participate on the space available basis, however, this webinar will NOT be available for CE credit to Florida Opticians.

  This webinar is FREE to all Future Optician Members of POF and the standard rate of only $29 for Apprentices that are not members of POF. Join POF as a Future Optician Member for only $45 a year for the many benefits, including this Webinar. 

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• 2026 Spring Spectacle Conference

  • Start
    February 27, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    March 01, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    The Island Resort at Ft. Walton Beach , 1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 Phone: (850) 337-9194

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  Spring Spectacle 2026
  Hosted at the Beautiful Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

  Join us on the Emerald Coast for an unforgettable weekend of top-tier optical education, professional networking, and beachside fun—all at The Island Resort, one of Florida’s premier oceanfront destinations.

   

  ️ Incredible Hotel Rates at The Island Resort

  POF has negotiated exclusive discounts for our attendees:

  • $145 – Pool View, Double Queen

  • $160 – Gulf View, Double Queen

  • $240 – Junior Suite, Gulf View (Double Queen or King)
    King beds available upon request and subject to availability

  ✔️ No Resort Fee
  ✔️ Free Parking
  ✔️ Free Wi-Fi

  Special group rates expire January 25, 2026—or sooner if the room block fills up. Don’t wait—book early!

  Call 850-337-9194 (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM CDT)
  Or click below to reserve your room now:

  BOOK HOTEL

  Why You Should Attend

  • Fulfill all 20 CE hours needed for Florida license renewal

  • Learn from the nation’s top optical educators

  • Hands-on Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation & Frame Fitting Workshop

  • Network with international optical vendors & suppliers

  • Support and celebrate your profession in a relaxing, fun atmosphere

  Full Details on Spring Spectacle 2026

  Member Pricing & CE Value

  ️ POF Member Rate: Just $127 for all three days
  Standard Rate: $237 for non-members
  Includes up to 22 hours of continuing education

  ✅ What Your Registration Includes

  ☕ Morning coffee service on Saturday & Sunday
  ️ A hot, delicious plated lunch on Saturday
  Access to our Optical Trade Show & Happy Hour on Saturday after CE
  Admission to our legendary “Opticians After Dark” 80s Throwback Party – dress to impress in your best retro gear!

  Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and relax in paradise.
  Spring Spectacle 2026 — Where Education Meets the Emerald Coast!

  POF is happy to offer an optician-friendly cancellation policy. If you need to cancel for any reason, POF will give you a 100% credit towards a future event, no explanation needed. Just send us a note confirming you cannot attend & we will credit your account after the event.
  

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