
The In-Between Years
My favorite movie always has and will be Fried Green Tomatoes (queue a future Food For Thought night?). I admit that at 11 years old, I didn’t grasp what Evelyn
My favorite movie always has and will be Fried Green Tomatoes (queue a future Food For Thought night?). I admit that at 11 years old, I didn’t grasp what Evelyn
Mentoring is an essential part of personal and professional development. It’s a relationship in which an experienced and knowledgeable person guides and supports another person in their growth and development.
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 most valued OWA member
We’ve been stuck inside during the winter months glaring at our screens and we’re finally ready to break through the winter blues and celebrate the warmth of the sun. Summer
What is the secret ingredient to success in the workplace? What if I told you that creating goals for your team can help motivate your staff and help you in
As I consider what fosters and what inhibits my professional growth, one thing that consistently provides value is learning from others. Entrepreneurs learn by doing, and their experiences are unique
Last year, I became a frame rep and a common issue that I hear from offices that I visit is the need to find and keep employees on their team.
Digital marketing is a key tool for opticians and eye care professionals to reach potential customers and stay ahead of the competition. With over 5 billion people online in 2023,
When you think of fashion accessories, you probably think of necklaces, purses, scarves, or earrings, but eyeglass cases…that’s probably one of the last things that comes to mind. When most
You can hear the enthusiasm for an upcoming Vision Expo across the optical industry from coast to coast. The feelings of excitement begin climbing months before these much-anticipated events. The
Next to the relationships a business holds, the second most important thing that a business possesses is its reputation. Benjamin Franklin famously said, “It takes many good deeds to build
Since 1997, the OWA has set the standard in the optical industry by intentionally connecting, inspiring, and leading women in their professional and personal development. With a mindset of inclusion
Next week during the annual OWA Champagne Breakfast and kick-off for Vision Expo East, Karen Roberts (Carl Zeiss International) will receive the Pleiades Award, Dr. Beverly Bianes (Pack & Bianes Vision Care Optometry)
March is Women’s History Month — what would be a better way to honor and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of the women in our field than by highlighting a few
A new year can bring lots of “new” things, including new staff members to our optical teams. While new team members are typically considered an asset to the existing staff,
To enhance and promote the leadership role of women in the optical industry through networking, education, and peer support.