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At Women In Optometry, our mission is to empower and amplify the voices of women in eye care by delivering expert-driven content crafted through a uniquely female lens. Guided by our professional advisory board, we provide actionable insights on practice ownership, career growth, work–life harmony, patient care innovation and research breakthroughs. WO is the community where women share their stories, gain national exposure and lead the future of optometry.

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Kyla Bazzy
Kyla Bazzy, Senior Editor
Kyla joined the WO team in 2022 and has since immersed herself in the eye care industry. As a type 1 diabetic, she especially enjoys the intersection of nutrition, eye health and overall wellness.KBazzy@jobson.com

Julia Natoli
Julia Natoli
Julia Natoli, Senior Associate Editor
Julia joined the PAA group in the spring of 2025 with a background in digital media and marketing communications. She is passionate about sharing meaningful stories, elevating voices across the profession and learning about the evolving world of eye care.JNatoli@jobson.com

Savannah Pearson
Savannah Pearson

 

Savannah Pearson, Associate Editor
Savannah joined the editorial team in 2025 with a background in copywriting and marketing. Writing has been central to her life, and as a high myope she brings personal insight and genuine passion that enrich her editorial work.SPearson@jobson.com

Maggie Biunno Fernandez
Maggie Biunno Fernandez
Maggie Biunno Fernandez, Contributing Editor
As a high myope, Maggie truly understands the importance of having access to eye care. She joined the editorial team in 2008 and has worked on many of our platforms and custom projects. She enjoys sharing the stories of ODs across the country so their experiences and knowledge can help others in the profession.MBiunno@jobson.com

Marjolijn Bijlefeld
Marjolijn Bijlefeld
Marjolijn Bijlefeld, Editorial Director
Marjolijn has been writing for and about optometrists for many years. She’s been honored to be able to share stories of the passion, purpose and drive that eye care professionals bring to their work and communities. MBijlefeld@jobson.com

 

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