Thank you to everyone who joined us for the OW Awards 2025. It was a wonderful evening celebrating the outstanding achievements, innovation, and dedication within the optometry profession across Wales.
Your support helped make the event an incredible success, and we are grateful to all who attended, judged, nominated, and sponsored.
We look forward to welcoming you all again in 2027 for the next OW Awards.
Optometrist of the Year
Recognising an optometrist who has demonstrated exceptional clinical skill, patient care, and commitment to advancing the profession.
Winner: Andy Britton
Celebrating excellence in a multiple practice that consistently delivers outstanding service, patient experience, and innovation across its team.
Winner: Specsavers Merthyr Tydfil
Honouring an independent practice that exemplifies high standards of clinical care, community engagement, and business innovation.
Winner: MN Charlton (Concept Eye Clinic)
Awarded to a student who has shown dedication, professionalism, and an outstanding contribution to the future of optometry.
Winner: Emily Taylor
Recognising an inspiring mentor who has provided exceptional guidance, support, and encouragement to colleagues or students.
Winner: Marc Drake
Celebrating a newcomer to the profession who has already made a significant impact through their enthusiasm, innovation, and commitment.
Winner: Adib Missaghi
Honouring a dispensing or contact lens optician who has gone above and beyond to provide expert care and support to patients.
Winner: Samantha Houghton
Recognising an optical assistant who has demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and outstanding service in supporting patients and practice teams.
Winner: Max Horler
Celebrating a practice that has made significant efforts to operate sustainably, reduce its environmental impact, and champion greener practices.
Winner: Specsavers Haverfordwest
Awarded to a practice that has shown exceptional collaboration with other healthcare providers, professionals, or community organisations to enhance patient care.
Winner: Cardiff University Eye Clinic
Recognising outstanding contributions by a health board or its staff in supporting eye health services across Wales.
Winner: HDUHB Optometric Team
Celebrating a practice that has embraced innovation and technology to enhance patient care, streamline services, or improve accessibility.
Winner: Specsavers Haverfordwest
Winners:
Sharon Beatty
Ian Jones
Your dedication and passion continue to drive excellence in eye care across Wales.