Ann E. Englert is the owner and sole proprietor of Solutions, a concierge style business dedicated to working with wholesalers, retailers and ECP's in the eyewear industry. A full service management resource, the company develops proprietary solutions to achieve performance improvement throughout the client company's sales organization. Prior to starting the company in 2001, she held senior leadership positions at some of the industry's top optical and sunwear companies. She was selected as one of VisionMonday's Most Influential Women in Optical in the Executive Suite (2013).
An active OWA member since 2001, Englert has served on the board and chaired multiple committees. During her term as President of the OWA, in partnership with a remarkable board of leading women and administrative staff, she initiated the campaign to refresh the OWA brand, launched the Digital Marketing Committee to expand the organization's website and social footprint, and collaborated with industry partners to maximize OWA programs. These initiatives resulted in membership growth and new benchmarks for value added benefits.
Englert remains committed to the OWA's mission of advancing the leadership role of women and she enthusiastically connects with industry professionals to invite them to share their time and talent. "The OWA is a dynamic platform to work with the industry's best and brightest. Together with OWA members who volunteer their time, effort and ideas, and our distinguished Professional Development Sponsors, the OWA is expanding meaningful services such as educational workshops, webinars, leadership tools and networking opportunities".
Englert resides in Naples, Florida with her husband, Tom and enjoys sunny outdoor activities.
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2024 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Trudi Charest
2023 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Dr. Beverly Bianes
2022 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Laura Dorris
2021 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Debbie Myres
2020 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Jean Sabre
2019 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Laura Lewis
2018 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Deb Bulken
2017 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Lorie Lippiatt, OD
2016 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Ann Englert
2015 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Amy Spiezio
2013 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Tiara Claxton
15th Anniversary Celebration and Award Event
2010 OWA Pyxis Honoree — Lorinda Fraboni
2010 Awards Cocktail Reception and Presentation