2012 OWA Committees

Do you want to . . .

• Meet new people?
• Expand your network?
• Share ideas and broaden your horizons?

We have just the thing for you . . . VOLUNTEER! Become an OWA insider by joining a committee.

There is a place for you on these committees:

• Program Committee
• Membership Committee
• Communications Committee
• Mentoring Committee
• Professional Development Fund Committee
• Nominating Committee

Catch the spirit of volunteerism - it will pay big dividends!

Program Committee

If you love the networking socials and POWW seminars and want to keep these events packed with a wide variety of optical professionals, the Program Committee, may be a good fit. The committee organizes networking events, POWW seminars, and more, covering the logistics behind the planning of a successful event.

Co-Chair: Amy Spiezio, Eyecare Business, 215-628-7795,
Co-Chair: Karen Zappia, Live Eyewear, Inc., 805-782-6423,

Program Committee Members

Marge Axelrad, Jobson Optical Group
Laurie Badone, Carl Zeiss Vision Inc.
Grady Culbreth, Grady & Associates, Inc.
Brietta Cunningham, PixelOptics
Ann E. Englert, Solutions
Anna Ibay, California Accessories
Angela Jantzen, Shamir Insight, Inc.
Jaimie Lafrano, Safilo Group
Corinne McCormack, Corinne McCormack, Inc.
Gale Meyer, Diversified Ophthalmics Inc.
Audrey Pavia, Tura Inc
Heather Smith, VisionWeb
Christie Walker, Jobson Optical Group

Membership Committee

Do you want to be sure that the OWA remains a growing, vibrant group? The Membership Committee develops new ways to keep our membership coming back for more.

Co-Chair: Pam Gibson, Shamir Insight, Inc., 303-981-0844,
Co-Chair: Gale Meyer, Diversified Ophthalmics Inc., 513-619-9214,

Membership Committee Members

Marge Axelrad, Jobson Optical Group
Laurie Badone, Carl Zeiss Vision Inc.
Ann E. Englert, Solutions

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee creates the OWA newsletters, communications pieces, and more. If you love to write, interview industry leaders, research relevant industry topics or have always wanted to try, this group may be great for you.

Chair: Christie Walker, Jobson Optical Group, 909-866-5590,

Vice Chair: Audrey Pavia, Tura Inc, 570-546-9583,x3384,

Communications Committee Members

Jenean Carlton, Carlton & Associates, LLC
Carrie Chambers, Eyefinity
Tiara Claxton, Safilo USA
Candice Davis, Doctors Vision Center, OD PA
Karen Michaelson, Ophthalmic Consulting
Connie Reiss, L'Amy America
Tina Schott, Schott Management Group
C. Jeanine Solomon, L'Amy America
Rene Soltis Shepherd, The Vision Council
Amy Spiezio, Eyecare Business
Pamela Wood, L'amy America

Mentoring Committee

Perfect for those who like to share their knowledge and grow professionally from the professional insight provided by fellow members, the Mentoring Committee is always looking for help creating the One-Minute Mentor blasts.

Co-Chair: Jodi Groh, Nanofilm, Ltd., 216-447-1199x115,
Co-Chair: Deborah Lochli McGrath, Altair/Marchon, 212-646-2980,

Mentoring Committee Members

Mary Crisafulli, ClearVision Optical Company
Jennifer Fiorenza, ClearVision Optical
Sheila Haile, ClearVision Optical Company
Rebecca Johnson, EyeTrain4You, Inc.
Audrey Pavia, Tura Inc
Rachel Rich, Eyefinity
Katheryn Schramm, A Child's View, Inc.
Laura  Sheehan, Marchon Eyewear
Amy Spiezio, Eyecare Business

Professional Development Fund Committee

This committee ensures the future of the OWA by building partnerships with generous benefactors and creating the blueprint for the financial growth of the OWA.

Co-Chair: Sherrie Rogerson, REM Eyewear, 252-917-1206,
Co-Chair: Jean Sabre, Uptown Vision, 612-822-5844,

Professional Development Fund Committee Members

Marge Axelrad, Jobson Optical Group
Ann E. Englert, Solutions
Anna Ibay, California Accessories
Amy Spiezio, Eyecare Business

Nominating Committee

The right leadership can make or break a group, particularly one that is made up solely of volunteers. The Nominating Committee thoughtfully considers each nomination for board positions and encourages members to take a more active role in the directing of the OWA by accepting leadership positions.

Chair: Laurie Badone, Carl Zeiss Vision Inc., 201-675-2750,

Nominating Committee Members

Marge Axelrad, Jobson Optical Group
Grady Culbreth, Grady & Associates, Inc.
Stephanie De Long, Eyecare Business Magazine
Ann E. Englert, Solutions
Corinne McCormack, Corinne McCormack, Inc.
Gale Meyer, Diversified Ophthalmics Inc.
Dana Weeks, Optical Services International

The OWA would like to thank our sponsors for their generous support and belief in our mission to advance and promote the leadership role of women in the Optical industry.