The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) will host an international event titled “Seeing Beyond: The Power of Women in Optical Innovation” on Friday, Sept. 26, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Silmo Talks Stage during the Silmo Paris international optical trade show, set to take place Sept.26-29 at the Paris Nord Villepinte.

Sponsored by Silmo, the event will open with remarks from Amélie Morel Martin, president of Silmo and director of communications for Morel. The panel discussion will be moderated by Nancy Gries, chair of the OWA International Expansion Committee, and will feature executive leaders from across the optical industry, including Olga Prenat of EssilorLuxottica, Kivilcim Erdogan of Bausch & Lomb, and Atissa Tadjadod of Silhouette.

Panelists will share their professional experiences and explore how women are contributing to innovation in areas such as technology, artificial intelligence, human resources, sustainability, and vision health.

The event is part of the OWA’s broader international outreach efforts, which aim to foster global connections and support for women in the optical field through professional development and networking opportunities.

RSVP required by Sept. 10 here.