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Nominations Now Open for 2021 OWL Leadership Awards
It’s time to honor your peers who are advancing diversity in leadership.OWL is pleased to accept nominations for the 2021 OWL Awards! Awards: VISIONARY AWARDSponsored by Ziemer OWL’s Visionary Award honors an individual who has paved the way for diversity in their field through significant achievement. Nominees should have demonstrated leadership in their field throughout… Read More
Eyes on Inclusion
On June 18, 2021, OWL and Alcon collaborated to host a virtual program “Eyes on Inclusion.” Coinciding with Pride Month, our esteemed panel shared their thoughts and experiences on what it means to be Out in Eyecare. Watch our recording below. Our program discussion was moderated by Heather Attra of Alcon and featured panelists: Amanda… Read More
The Right People in the Right Roles at the Right Time
Rebecca Sanford serves as the Chief People Officer where she is responsible for building and leading talent management strategies and enhancing morale and organizational culture. Rebecca brings more than 15 years of experience managing employee relations, benefits, organizational planning and corporate policy to her role at Nextech. Prior to joining Nextech, Rebecca served as the… Read More
A Growth and Learning Mindset – Now and For The Future
An interview with Sally Tucker, Vice President Ora Europe at Ora, Inc. Tell us about your background and role at Ora. EducationI conducted my undergraduate studies in optometry and, following completion of my professional qualifications, pursued a PhD in ophthalmology. During that time, I worked within hospital and university settings in the UK and US,… Read More
Diversity of Experiences Provides Depth to One’s Career
An interview with Kate Kline, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Kala Pharmaceuticals How has your upbringing informed your professional life? I grew up in a very close-knit family in Philadelphia. As the youngest sister of 3 older brothers, I learned to apply grit and tenacity and a willingness to go above and beyond supporting… Read More