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Join date: May 1, 2024
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Carissa Dunphy is an ABO Certified optician who has worked in the eye care industry for over 15 years, now a Digital Marketing Associate at Professional Eye Care Associates of America (PECAA). Carissa founded Optician Now, is an expert contributor for INVISION Magazine and co-chairs the Communications & Website Committee for the Optical Women’s Association. Carissa was named an Innovator in the Most Influential Women in Optical by Vision Monday Magazine, awarded a Leadership Scholarship Award from the Optical Women's Association, and most recently, an Eyecare Business Game-Changer Awardee.
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Jul 31, 2026 ∙ 4 min
How ECPs are Using LinkedIn to Expand Their Networks
Networking no longer happens only at conferences, trade shows, or local association meetings. More eye care professionals are turning to LinkedIn as a valuable platform for building relationships and growing their professional influence. By connecting with industry peers, engaging with thought leaders, and showcasing their expertise, eye care professionals are building new opportunities and greater visibility within our community. But what does LinkedIn success actually look like in the eye...
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Apr 17, 2026 ∙ 9 min
Seeing The Impact: Opportunities to Volunteer in Eye Care
Clear vision is something many of us take for granted—until we see firsthand what a life‑changing difference it can make. As April marks Global Volunteer Month, it’s a powerful reminder of how giving your time—especially in eye care—can truly transform lives. Volunteering shows how a simple eye exam or a new pair of glasses can restore more than sight; it can renew confidence, dignity, and opportunity. From volunteer clinics serving underserved communities to nonprofit partnerships that bring...
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Aug 15, 2025 ∙ 14 min
Interviews With the OWA's Board of Directors
When we share knowledge, we encourage collaboration and innovation. We learn from each other's experiences and insights, fostering...
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Dec 6, 2024 ∙ 5 min
Leadership Insights From Executives In Eye Care
Knowledge-sharing fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing us to learn from one another's experiences and insights. This exchange...
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Apr 28, 2023 ∙ 18 min
Interviews With Entrepreneurs In Eyecare
As I consider what fosters and what inhibits my professional growth, one thing that consistently provides value is learning from others....
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Dec 9, 2022 ∙ 2 min
End Of The Year Wind-Down
While the patient-facing eye care force is powering through their busiest time of year, the non-patient workforce is busy behind the...
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