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Years ago, we were introduced to the phrase "a pebble in your shoe” as being a catalyst for change. The concept was explored in the...

For most of my life, I thought everyone operated the way I did—struggling to meet deadlines despite working non-stop, hyper-focusing on...

Opticianry, with its intimate nature and many diverse roles, is teaming with uplifting stories that have touched our optical souls. These...

As part of my end of day ritual, I scrolled on my phone and saw ad after ad promising quick fixes, overnight weight loss, and rapid...

The Communications and Website Committee is spicing up the OWA Connects blog with a 'Wrong Answers Only' quarterly-series. For this...

March is Women’s History Month, and since our organization comprises of women in optics, we wanted to celebrate with you! The theme for...

The Optical Women's Association kicked off Vision Expo East with our signature Champagne Breakfast , sponsored by EssilorLuxottica. While...

The International Expansion Committee (IEC) continues to advance its mission to connect, inspire, and lead women around the globe. In...

Last week during the annual OWA Champagne Breakfast at Vision Expo East, Lori Archer (UnitedHealthcare Vision ) received the Pleiades...

In the optical industry, we uplift each other, celebrate our successes, and push boundaries together. But what happens when one of us...

Let’s face it: being a professional and a parent can sometimes feel like you're starring in your own version of 'Mission Impossible.'...

With Vision Expo East in Orlando, Florida for the first time, the OWA events have new venues! The OWA is hosting 2 events during the...

Only months after finding myself without purpose in the gym, I was about to pass a new milestone: a challenging, core-focused bodyweight...

If you’ve logged onto the new OWA website, chances are you’ve seen the Community Corner Section! If you haven’t logged onto the...

Opticianry — the mysterious occupation within the eye care industry. Even as I type this, my word processing app refuses to recognize my...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, or DE&I, is not a new concept. In fact, it originates from the American Civil Rights Movement of the...

Why stellar customer service is key more now than ever. Instant gratification is at our fingertips — from same-day delivery to...

Jean Scott, Optical Women’s Association Founding Board Member who served as Co-President from 2000-2002, passed away on December 21,...

And just like that, we're at the end of the year. From professional development, to events attended, to personal insights — the OWA's...

The results of the October 2024 Leadership Scholarship nominations are in! The  Leadership Scholarship Award  recognizes OWA members who...

What does it really mean to network? Is it keeping your social media profiles up to date and accepting new connections? Is it pushing...

Knowledge-sharing fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing us to learn from one another's experiences and insights. This exchange...

When I think back to the most influential teams I’ve been on, there’s one consistent identifier – they were made up of strong...

This past year I have been on a journey, working to expand my network, experimenting with different ways to grow both personally and...