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Frame Yourself for Success 2025

I recently had a conversation with someone, and in the course of the exchange, this person said, “I have to tell you, you said something last year that really struck a chord with me, I’ve put it into practice, and it’s really changed my life.”

I’m not sure what it was that I said to this person, as it was so benign to me, that I didn’t recall even having said it. Even after they told me what I said, I can’t remember it today. Hearing this feedback however, had a profound effect on me, and caused me to reflect on the impact we have on others lives, and often, when we are not even aware of it.

How often has someone done or said something that made an impact in your life? I have been fortunate to have learned from many mentors in my life, and although most of them, such as my parents, my wife, and my siblings might be expected to be on the list, there are many whom I have learned volumes from, who have also inspired me.

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New PerspectivesVice President Cynthia Lohman shares insight into her why and what sparked her passion for our industry. 

 

Q: What is your why? 

My daughter, Ashley 

Was the eye health industry your second career?

Yes 

Q: Would you mind sharing what allured you to take a different career path?  

In 1988 I was a police dispatcher for 3 Police Departments and a Licensed EMT. My husband was a police officer. Our daughter was born in October 1988. At age 1 ½  years old her eyes began to cross. 

I took her to an Ophthalmology practice and after her eye exam, the doctor informed us that our daughter has never seen our face, a leaf, her face. He referred us to a pediatric specialist. There we were given a prescription for glasses. Neither my husband nor I wore glasses.  

 

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2025 Apprentice Workshop


 

The Opticians Association of Ohio wants to remind you that your Ohio license renewal is due in 2025!

Renewing your license will cost one hundred ninety-eight dollars and fifty cents
($198.50). Keep in mind this is for a two-year license.

For CE requirements and access to your CE history click here 

If you are not a member or need to renew your membership, click here!

 

 


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SOUTHWEST Professional Development Education Event

When: February 1st-2nd, 2025

Where: Marriot Cincinnati North

6189 Muhlhauser Rd. West Chester, Ohio 45069

 

Apprentice Workshop

When: February 2nd, 2025

Where: Marriot Cincinnati North

6189 Muhlhauser Rd. West Chester, Ohio 45069

 

NORTHEAST Professional Development Education Event

When: March 8th-9th, 2025

Where: Holiday Inn Cleveland South

6001 Rockside Rd. Independence, Ohio 44131 

 

UOA Leadership Conference

When: June 6th-7th, 2025

Where: Seelbach Hilton Louisville

500 S 4th Street, Louisville, KY 40202

 

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OAO Officers

John Bruening

John Bruening

President

Cynthia Lohman

Cynthia Lohman

Vice President

Diana J. Walter

Diana J. Walter

Secretary/Treasurer

Shirley Earley

Shirley Earley

Executive Director

OAO At-Large Trustees

Valerie Lambert

Valerie Lambert

2024 - 2026

Melissa Nudo

Melissa Nudo

Term: 2023-2025

Lisa Ott

Lisa Ott

Term 2024-2026

Jennifer Rhines

Jennifer Rhines

Term 2023-2025

Melissa Sutherland

Melissa Sutherland

Term 2024-2026

 Alexandria Watson

Alexandria Watson

Term 2023-2025

 Bill Watson

Bill Watson

Term 2024 - 2026

 

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