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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
Become An OWL Ambassador!
OWL is grateful to have the support of its members to progress its programs and events, ultimately towards the goal of advancing diversity in leadership in ophthalmology. We’d like to introduce you to OWL’s Ambassador Program. Starting this Fall, OWL members who have volunteered in the past or who volunteer at future OWL events will… Read More
An OWL Interview with Tracy Kenniff
What is the biggest challenge facing leaders today (in Ophthalmology or in general?) When thinking about the biggest challenges a CEO or Administrator of an Ophthalmology practice faces today, the first thing that comes to mind is Consolidation. This is the hot topic on all levels; small single physician independent practices struggling with the… Read More
OWL Interview with Dr. Constance Okeke
Why did you decide to join OWL? Dr. Okeke: If you’re in ophthalmology, it’s great to meet other ophthalmologists and clinicians, but it’s also great to meet non-HCPs, whether it’s those in the media world, research, industry, or another division – all whose work relates to eye care. I joined the OWL Development Committee because… Read More
An Interview with Eric Major
Outlet: Ophthalmic World Leaders (OWL): Advancing Diversity in Leadership – Blog Interviewer: OWL Publication Date: March 2019 OWL | What led you to joining OWL? Eric: I am one of the newer members of OWL, having joined this past summer. Our firm is an investment bank focused exclusively in healthcare services transaction advisory, and… Read More
Claire Bonilla Key Messages – December 2018
Interview with Claire Bonilla Outlet: Ophthalmic World Leaders (OWL): Advancing Diversity in Leadership – Blog Interviewer: OWL Interview Date: December 13, 2018, 1:00 pm PT Publication Date: January 8, 2019 OWL: How did you hear about OWL and what inspired you to get involved? Claire: In 2015 it was impossible to enter the ophthalmic… Read More
Tips for Tackling DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS By Marsha D. Link, PhD
Tips for Tackling DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS By Marsha D. Link, PhD Outstanding leaders exhibit a variety of characteristics and skills. Among these are the ability to create and implement a vision, inspire others, take calculated risks, behave ethically, think boldly, and so on. For many leaders, it is early in their careers when they are faced… Read More