Optical Women's Association - Upcoming OWA Events

OWA Breakfast and Networking Event at SILMO
Saturday, September 26, 2026
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CEST

Location: Paris Nord Villepinte
SILMO Club
ZAC Paris Nord 2
93420 Villepinte

The OWA is excited to host a special event, sponsored by SILMO, in Paris on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8:30 am — 10:00 am, at the SILMO Club, Paris Nord Villepinte. This early start will allow our exhibiting members and sponsors to stop by before their busy day begins!

START STRONG. Powered by the OWA.

Please join us for a continental breakfast as we come together to start the second day of SILMO stronger, together. This invitation isopen to OWA members, and all women, men, mentors, and allies who are passionate about building a stronger, more inclusive future for the optical industry.

Programme:

Welcome from the Optical Women's Association (OWA), discussions with industry leaders, followed by networking.

In Focus: Exhibitor Edition — advice from Barbara Hébert Motz, MOREL Chief Marketing Officer, on setting up for trade show success and evaluating outcomes
In Focus: Buyer Edition — insights from an influential industry buyer on how she navigates busy trade shows, sets clear objectives, prioritises opportunities and measures success

Register early! The first 50 women to register will receive a special START STRONG goodie bag, available for collection at the event.

Space is limited so advance registration is required by Friday, September 25.

Our Vision

At OWA, we envision a global community where women from all optical and eyecare backgrounds can thrive and contribute to their societies. By expanding our membership internationally, we aim to:

Create a Global Community: Build a community for women in optical everywhere to find like-minded colleagues and active networking.
Support Women's Leadership: Empower women to take on leadership roles in various industry sectors.
Facilitate Cultural Exchange: Encourage mutual understanding and learning through cross-cultural interactions.
Provide Resources and Training: Offer educational and professional development resources to women across the globe.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 25, 2026

RSVP Now