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Raising Up Women In The Optical Industry Isn't Boring!

The OWA offers both in-person and virtual events to cultivate connection, inspiration, and leadership. Network with your peers and fuel professional and personal development with the OWA's versatile events.

Upcoming OWA Events

2024 Vision Expo West - BID$ and BEVS Networking Event

2024 Vision Expo West - BID$ and BEVS Networking Event
Friday, September 20, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM PST

Location: Venetian Level 3 - Murano, Room 3304

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails while networking with friends! Back by popular demand is our online auction with mobile bidding, alongside our traditional raffle, offering designer items, travel packages, gift certificates, and much more. All proceeds go to Professional Development Programs.

EyeMed Vision Care is proud to sponsor the evening's refreshments.

EyeMed Vision Care - logo

Everyone is welcome, including non-members, but advance registration is required.

Capacity is limited, so sign up now!

Register Now for Vision Expo West! OWA Members can register for free plus receive 15% off education (excluding Total Office Packages) using this code: OWA24. The OWA greatly appreciates its partnership with International Vision Expo, who generously provide space and numerous other considerations for our events.




Champagne Breakfast

Each year the OWA presents awards to individuals who exemplify a passion for promoting the role of women in our industry. The recipients are honored during Vision Expo East at the annual, and highly anticipated, Champagne Breakfast and Star Awards Ceremony. It's a spectacular opening event to kick off Vision Expo East.

OWA Unplugged

OWA's first-ever retreat was held in San Diego, CA, in 2023. Deliberately limiting attendance to 40 OWA members, the purpose of the retreat is to provide an opportunity to "unplug", connect, recharge, relax, and be truly present in the moment.

Connection Series

During the annual Connection Series event hosted during Vision Expo West, members and guests can connect on topics that matter, enriching their personal and professional lives. This popular event has become an OWA "signature series" overseen by the OWA Events Committee.

Regional Events

OWA is always on the road holding small regional networking events connecting members and recruiting new women to learn more about the benefits of joining OWA. Interested in hosting an event in your area? Contact the Connection & Enrichment Committee.

See Regional Events

OWA Fireside Chats

The bimonthly OWA Fireside Chats allow members to gather, network, and grow— personally and professionally—while also having some fun! These events are a combination of advisory groups and open discussion to allow for greater connection on a personal level. Fireside Chats provide an opportunity for both new and experienced members to join a networking group that encompasses many interests.

Networking Events

During Vision Expo East and Vision Expo West, the OWA Events Committee regularly hosts networking events where OWA members and nonmembers can connect and network. During Vision Expo East, the "Stars, Sips, and Scholarships" event continues the celebration of OWA's annual award honorees and leadership scholarship recipients. During Vision Expo West, the annual OWA Networking Reception and Raffle is the place to connect with colleagues, bid on some fabulous auction items, and win a raffle prize or two!

Past Events

Take a look at the fun from our past events.


See Past Events / Photo Archive


Platinum Sponsors
Advancing Eyecare
Bausch + Lomb
De Rigo REM
EssilorLuxottica
EdgePro
Europa
Hoya
Kering Eyewear + Maui Jim
Modo Eyewear
National Vision
Thelios
VSP Vision
Zyloware Eyewear
Gold Sponsors
AEG Vision
ClearVision
CooperVision
Eyemart Express
FYidoctors
Hilco
Johnson & Johnson
Marchon
Marcolin
New York Eye
Ocuco
PECCA
Silhouette
SILMO
United Healthcare
Versant Health
Vision Expo
Vision Source
Walman
Silver Sponsors
A & A Optical
Art-Craft Optical
Conexiant
Jobson Optical Group
Keplr
L'Amy Group
Match Eyewear
The McGee Group
Mondottica
Mondottica
MyEyeDr
Safilo Group
Tura Eyewear
Vision Council of America
WestGroupe
Friends of OWA
ABB Optical Group
Amcon Labs
Charmant
CSI Software
Eschenbach
Eye Designs Group
Eyeporters
Eye Recommend
Kenmark Eyewear
Lafont
OGI Eyewear