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NEW YORK--Women’s capabilities and points of view are more visible throughout more segments of the vision care field and the optical industry than ever before.
In work reflected at individual companies, regional and local groups as well as on the national stage via organizations, educational institutions, research and development, design, marketing, sales and senior management positions, women are bringing a new dynamic to the business and the professional arena.
Vision Monday’s fifth annual, groundbreaking report takes a slightly different approach in VM’s 20th anniversary year: this year we asked readers to nominate women who have not yet been recognized but also to consider the ongoing achievements and influence of some of those who’ve been cited in past years.
The result and, importantly, the collective impact of these women and their accomplishments, are what lend power to Vision Monday’s report. Some of their comments also support the roles that mentoring and education and experience play in helping them get the job done.
Notes one of these women, “Through economic changes and the financial need for two- income households, women have educated themselves and have earned a position to be not only licensed professionals but also leaders in their respective fields. I believe that becoming a learned individual, male or female, is the way to advance oneself and I feel that the higher education of women has played a significant role in the shift of women from the office pool to the boardroom/exam room.”
Says another, “As more and more women enter medical schools and trade programs the amount of women in our industry will naturally grow. Each individual will leave their own mark on society. No one can predict how gender will change the direction of our field but I would like to think that those individuals entrusted to care for another will do so with intellect and integrity. The present and future should be about exceeding your client/patients expectations and being the best you can be in what you do, regardless of gender.”
And finally, how will women continue to impact the blend of fashion, technology and healthcare that is today’s vision care universe and optical industry? States one of our honorees, “With flair!”
--The Editors