Optometry Today shortlisted for Memcom Awards

Optometry Today, the journal of the Association of Optometrists (AOP), has been shortlisted in the Best Magazine (circulation under 20k) category at the Memcom Awards 2026.

The awards category celebrates excellence in membership sector publishing, recognising high quality editorial execution, engaging content, innovative design, cutting edge production techniques and commercial growth.

OT has been shortlisted alongside publications from the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers, Fédération Internationale des Déménageurs Internationaux, the Marine Conservation Society, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

The Memcom Awards aim to highlight organisations and teams that are driving progress across professional bodies, trade associations and membership organisations. The awards showcase work that demonstrates leadership and impact in publishing and communications to support member engagement and advance professional standards.

Emily McCormick, OT Editor, said: “Being shortlisted for the Memcom Awards is a fantastic achievement that recognises the passion, creativity and dedication of our entire team. Every edition is the result of the OT team’s expertise, from producing engaging editorial content to delivering outstanding design. We are incredibly proud that the journal has been recognised so highly.”

The winners will be announced at the Memcom Awards ceremony, taking place at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London on 24 September.

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For more information, please contact Anjola Sulaiman, Media Communications and PR Manager, at the Association of Optometrists, [email protected] or telephone 0207 549 2062.

Notes to Editors

Association of Optometrists

The Association of Optometrists (AOP) is the voice of the optical profession, representing over 80% of practising optometrists. The AOP elevates the work of its members, safeguards their interests, and champions eye health across the UK. For more information, visit www.aop.org.uk

Optometry Today

Optometry Today (OT) has a readership of over 19,457 AOP members and subscribers in print and online. The OT ABC audit certificate is available online: www.abc.org.uk/product/5966-optometry-today. OT’s website offers daily news, interviews, in-depth features and analysis, plus exclusive access to over 42 CPD exams per year, including bimonthly CPD video content. For more information, visit www.optometry.co.uk