2026 OWL Awards | Cast Your Votes!

The poll is open to submit your choice for the recipients of the 2026 OWL Leadership Awards. Please take a moment to vote in our three awards categories:
VISIONARY LEADER	CATALYST	RISING STAR

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Visionary Leader Award
OWL’s Visionary Leader Award honors an individual who has paved the way for diversity in their field through significant achievement. Nominees should have demonstrated leadership in their field through their careers.

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Catalyst Award
OWL’s Catalyst Award honors an individual who has contributed significantly to helping others advance their career in eye care. Nominees should have demonstrated leadership in supporting the advancement of diversity. (For example: mentoring/sponsorship of promising individuals; diversity advocacy; or creating a culture of equality).

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Rising Star Award
OWL’s Rising Star Award honors an individual who is an emerging leader in the ophthalmic space. Nominees should be in their early or mid-careers and demonstrate high potential for making an impact in eyecare.

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