[bc]OPTICAL WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION HOSTS THE
4TH ANNUAL OWA VISION EXPO WEST EVENT[/bc]
CHESTER, Va., August 26, 2003 – The Optical Women's Association (OWA) today announces it will host its 4th annual OWA Vision Expo West event. The event will be held on Friday, September 19, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Room 103 at the Sands Convention Center - adjacent to the Venetian Hotel, Las Vegas. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

This year's guest speakers are Amanda Searancke, Marketing Manager, Fitovers Eyewear, and Val Manso, Vice President, Optical Dynamics Corporation. The speaking begins at 7 p.m. The event gives OWA members the opportunity to network with others in the industry and to learn more about the OWA Star Mentoring Program.

About the OWA
The OWA, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1997 to enhance and promote the leadership role of women in the ophthalmic industry through networking and peer support. The association's efforts include the Star Network mentoring program, networking events and resource and presentation of the annual Pleiades award. The association also publishes an annual Networking Directory and optical calendar.