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Sep 1, 2023

All Things OWA At Vision Expo West!

Vision Expo West in Las Vegas is just around the corner! The OWA is hosting 2 events during the conference. We welcome everyone to join...

OWA Talks Podcast Hosts Pass The Baton To New Hosts

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Aug 25, 2023

OWA Talks Podcast Hosts Pass The Baton To New Hosts

The OWA Talks Podcast officially launched in 2020 — after over three years, co-hosts Dr. Sandra Mohr and Stephanie Espinosa are...

2023 Most Influential Women In Optical OWA Members

OWA

Aug 4, 2023

2023 Most Influential Women In Optical OWA Members

This year marks Vision Monday’s 21st annual Most Influential Women in Optical report. Over the past two decades they have profiled...

Lindsay Romah

Jun 16, 2023

National Sunglasses Day Is June 27!

National Sunglasses Day is a day dedicated to the importance of eye protection and the style that sunglasses provide. Celebrated on June...

Make Your Choice – OWA’s 2023 Book Selection

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May 19, 2023

Make Your Choice – OWA’s 2023 Book Selection

Each year, OWA members get to choose one book from the curated selection as benefit of their membership. Not only is this is one of the...

Madalyn Moeller

Mar 31, 2023

OWA At Vision Expo East [Photos]

You can hear the enthusiasm for an upcoming Vision Expo across the optical industry from coast to coast. The feelings of excitement begin...

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Mar 17, 2023

What The OWA Brings To The Table

Since 1997, the OWA has set the standard in the optical industry by intentionally connecting, inspiring, and leading women in their...

Get To Know This Year’s OWA Award Recipients

Courtney Myers

Mar 10, 2023

Get To Know This Year’s OWA Award Recipients

Next week during the annual OWA Champagne Breakfast and kick-off for Vision Expo East, Karen Roberts (Carl Zeiss International) will...

The Place(s) To Be: All Things OWA At Vision Expo East!

Yvette Carranza

Feb 10, 2023

The Place(s) To Be: All Things OWA At Vision Expo East!

Vision Expo East will soon be live in New York City! The OWA is hosting 3 events during the conference. We welcome everyone to join us at...

OWA 2022 Leadership Scholarship Award Winners

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Jan 20, 2023

OWA 2022 Leadership Scholarship Award Winners

The results of the October 2022 Leadership Scholarship nominations are here! The Leadership Scholarship Award recognizes OWA members who...

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Dec 30, 2022

Top 3 OWA Blog Posts of 2022

2022 was the first full year for the OWA Connects Blog, and it did exceptionally well! blog.opticalwomen.com acquired thousands of views...

Janelle Pauli

Sep 30, 2022

OWA Enjoys Events at Vision Expo West

We’re all back and rested from an eventful Vision Expo West. It was so great to see so many of our members, friends, and sponsor...

3 Ways to Hang Out with The OWA at Vision Expo West

Janelle Pauli

Sep 9, 2022

3 Ways to Hang Out with The OWA at Vision Expo West

Vision Expo West is right around the corner next week in Vegas. The OWA will be in attendance at three events during the show. We welcome...

Most Influential Women In Optical OWA Members

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Aug 26, 2022

Most Influential Women In Optical OWA Members

This year marks Vision Monday’s 20th annual Most Influential Women in Optical report. Over the past two decades they have profiled...

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Jul 22, 2022

New: Fireside Chat Virtual Events

Some of the great benefits of OWA membership include making new connections, exploring fresh opportunities, and expanding your interests....

OWA

Jul 1, 2022

Get to Know Pyxis Honoree, Laura Dorris

Company: PECAA Role: Executive Vice President & General Manager, Strategic Sales Years with the OWA: 9 What does winning the Pyxis award...

Making Your Choice – OWA’s 2022 Book Selection

Sandra Mohr

Jun 17, 2022

Making Your Choice – OWA’s 2022 Book Selection

Each year, OWA members get to select one book from the curated book selections as part of their membership benefits. Personally, this is...

Congratulations Class of 2022 Graduates!

Sandra Mohr

Jun 3, 2022

Congratulations Class of 2022 Graduates!

Congratulations Class of 2022! The OWA is proud of your hard work and dedication to the optical profession. We look forward to your...

Janelle Pauli

Apr 22, 2022

OWA Back Live at Vision Expo East

The OWA was so happy to be back live in New York City at Vision Expo East. Being able to bring back the signature Champagne Breakfast...

Break the Bias: A Conversation with Judge Karen Ackerson Gauff

Courtney Myers

Apr 14, 2022

Break the Bias: A Conversation with Judge Karen Ackerson Gauff

On International Women’s Day, March 8th, Judge Karen Ackerson Gauff shared an inspiring presentation with the OWA. You can watch the...

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