OWA Member Spotlights — 2023

Company: National Key Accounts Manager at HILCO
Posted: 12/6/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Be Brave, Be Bold, and never be afraid to be your authentic self.

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Company: Provider Communications Manager at EyeMed Vision Care
Posted: 11/22/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Don't stress about the small things or what could happen next. Life is too exciting to worry about things beyond your control. Enjoy the ride!

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Company: Director of Member Education at PECAA
Posted: 10/25/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Do not be afraid to speak up or stand for what is right. If you feel in your gut something is wrong, listen to that. Know your limits-It's ok to say no!

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Company: Senior Manager of Member Communications at The Vision Council
Posted: 10/11/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Look for a career where you can love most of what you do. No matter what, work hard and stay humble. Everything happens for a reason. Not every door that you try to open will welcome you, but the right ones will. Don’t be afraid to fail.

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Company: LDO - Account Executive for Shamir Insight Inc at Shamir Insight Inc
Posted: 9/27/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Get comfortable being incredibly uncomfortable. You will grow in discomfort as you're being challenged. Lean into it, not away from it!

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Company: Senior Recruiter at ClearVision Optical
Posted: 8/28/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Be happy you didnt grow-up when Social Media was a thing. Love yourself and be brave! There are going to be bad days but end on a positive note and recharge for the next obstacle. Lastly, failure doesn't exist if you keep striving towards your goal.

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Company: Co-Founder, CEO at Vontélle, LLC
Posted: 8/14/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: If you didn't get "it" (whatever it is - job, bonus, partner), it's because it wasn't for you. Something better is coming! Always!

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Company: Optical Business Advisor at PECAA
Posted: 7/17/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: It's okay to fail. Failure sets the stage for you to reach your goals.

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Company: Marketing Associate - Events Planning at ClearVision Optical - Hauppauge, NY
Posted: 5/22/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: You can make a successful career based on what you are passionate about. It's okay to not take the

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Company: CRM Manager & Marketing Operations Specialist
Posted: 5/8/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Identify your interests and find a career that's all about them!

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Company: Internal Communications Specialist at Visionworks
Posted: 4/24/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: I would say, " Don't try to fit in the mold of what you think you should do or be. There are multiple paths to get where you want to go, but as long as you stay true to you and keep moving forward, you will get there. "

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Company: Certified optician at St. Helens Eyecare dba Columbia Family Vision
Posted: 4/3/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: You are smarter than you think. Keep learning and doing all you can.

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Company: Consultant at Dey Ophthalmic Consulting
Posted: 3/6/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Don't be afraid to re-create yourself along your career path. It can be a windy road.

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Company: Brand Marketing Director at National Vision Inc.
Posted: 2/20/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Don't be afraid to take risks if it means following your passion.

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Country: Canada
Company: Executive Director at the Ontario Opticians Association
Posted: 12/21/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Don't worry, there's room in life for a career you love, family AND music.

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Country: Italy
Company: WW Online & Offline EMEIA Brand Protection Manager at EssilorLuxottica
Posted: 6/4/2023
What I'd Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: Keep going, an obstacle is often a steppingstone!

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