Category: Blog
OWL’s 2022 DEI Year in Review
The Key Takeaways From Our Conversations with Ophthalmic World Leaders We had the honor to conduct nine interviews with OWL sponsors and contributors to discuss their perspectives, approaches, programs, successes, and reflections regarding all things related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We were more than impressed and overjoyed by these discussions because if 2022… Read More
Bridging the ‘O’s Initiative
OWL: Advancing Diversity in Leadership is delighted to announce the “Bridging the ‘O’s” initiative, bringing together all eyecare by expanding our mission and vision into the optometric space. OWL has benefited from strong collaboration and support in ophthalmology for decades, and the time is right to develop a more cohesive, collective support structure within our… Read More
Summary of the 2022 Ophthalmic Business and Leadership Trends Survey
The 3rd edition of the Ophthalmic Business and Leadership Trends Survey was launched in May 2022 in collaboration with the Fundingsland Group. This comprehensive survey assessed the current opinions and business practices of professionals across the ophthalmic industry and had more than 200 respondents including OWL members, practicing doctors, practice administrators/CEOs, and members of the ophthalmic/optometric industry. Similar surveys were conducted… Read More
Grit: A Passion and Perseverance for Patient Care
A Conversation with Eris Jordan, OD, Vice President of Clinical and Medical Affairs at Aurion Biotech and OWL Champion Member Grit: noun Definition[1] 1. sand, gravel a. a hard sharp granule (as of sand) also: material (as many abrasives) composed of such granules b. any of several sandstones 2. the structure of a stone that adapts it… Read More
Nominations Now Open for 2022 OWL Leadership Awards
It’s time to honor your peers who are advancing diversity in leadership.OWL is pleased to accept nominations for the 2022 OWL Awards! Awards: VISIONARY AWARD 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 their careers…. Read More
2nd Annual Eyes on Inclusion
On June 21, 2022, OWL and Alcon collaborated to host our second annual virtual program “Eyes on Inclusion: Transitioning to Acceptance.” Coinciding with Pride Month, our esteemed guest, Vivienne Hau, MD, PhD, spoke of her journey as a Transgender Retina Surgeon and shared some great tips and resources to help us become better allies to… Read More
OWL’s 2022 Business & Leadership
Trends Survey
Make Your Voice Heard! Participate in our Ophthalmic Business and Leadership Trends Survey for 2022! This 5-minute survey will help us assess current opinions and business practices of professionals across the ophthalmic industry. The results will be published later this year and compared against feedback from previous surveys. As added motivation to take the survey,… Read More
OWL’s First Leadership Summit!
On February 3-4, 2022, OWL held its inaugural Leadership Summit, sponsored by Zeiss. A group of leaders from across ophthalmology gathered at the Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, CA, to brush up their leadership skills, learn new tactics, and network with their peers. Addressing topics such as negotiation skills, making an impact beyond your job title, navigating… 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