Ophthalmic World Leaders
Mark Your Calendar
"Night OWL" Event at ASCRS
Thursday, April 9, 2026
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Join us on a new night (Thursday) at the International Spy Museum with special guest, Olympic Champion, Dominique Dawes! Register now for an inspirational evening.
OWL Members Mixer
Friday, April 24, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for our quarterly virtual "get-together" with fellow OWL members - learn more about OWL and the many ways you can most benefit from your OWL membership!
Co Hosted by Maáza Martin, OWL Board Member.
Upcoming Events
Leadership Summit
July 30-31, 2026
Leading Forward: Stories, Skills & the Future of Eyecare
OWL's annual Leadership Summit is a staple in the event calendar. Our 5th Leadership Summit will be held July 30-31.
We're working to make this year's Summit our most impactful yet! Save the date to join us in Nashville at the Gaylord Opryland Resort.
2026 program updates in progress!
Featured Champions
Jessica McKenzie
Vice President, Life Sciences
20/20 Onsite
Jessica McKenzie is the Vice President of Life Sciences at 20/20 Onsite, where she built the company's clinical research division from the ground up, growing it exponentially year over year across ophthalmology and adjacent therapeutic areas.
With deep expertise in scaling commercial operations in high-growth environments, she has a career spanning customer success, business development, and operational leadership across tech and life sciences.
Jessica holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington.
Wayne Caulder
Vice President and General Manager, Surgical NA
Bausch + Lomb
Wayne Caulder is a distinguished leader in the Ophthalmology industry with an impressive career spanning over three decades. Wayne's extensive executive leadership experience is marked by his unwavering commitment to driving transformative advancements for both patients and surgeons alike.
Wayne has built a reputation for leading companies and pioneering disruptive technologies that have redefined the field. This dedication to innovation has consistently delivered optimal patient outcomes and set new benchmarks for excellence. Wayne's passion for championing disruptive innovations has not only spurred strategic growth but also earned widespread respect within the industry.
Wayne's expertise is evident, encompassing the development of cutting-edge technologies and the assembly of high-performing teams. This unique combination of skills positions Wayne as a leader who seamlessly bridges the gap between scientific discovery and attractive business results.