Winter Board Meeting & Day in Olympia

Mark your calendars for the Optometric Physicians of Washington (OPW) Winter Board Meeting and Day in Olympia on January 26-27, 2026. Join fellow colleagues at the State Capitol for productive discussions and an impactful day of advocacy. Your participation could help make a difference in the optometric profession! See below for hotel booking details, tentative schedules, advocacy resources, and information on an exclusive member benefit.

January 26 - 27, 2026
Olympia, WA

Registration is coming soon!


Hotel Booking

Reserve your room at the Hilton Garden Inn Olympia before January 20 to lock in the group rate for January 26-27, 2026.

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Tentative Schedules

WINTER BOARD MEETING

Monday, January 26
Hilton Garden Inn, Olympic Room
2101 Henderson Park Lane SE, Olympia, WA 98501
5:30 pm - 6 pm
Dinner
6 pm - 8 pm
Board Meeting
8 pm - 9 pm
Society President's Meeting

DAY IN OLYMPIA

Tuesday, January 27
Titus House (Castle)
1601 Sylvester St SW, Olympia WA 98501
7 am - 8:30 am
Breakfast
7:30 am - 8 am
Legislative Briefing
Introduction
Grassroots Committee
Legislative & TPC Committee
8 am - 4 pm
Appointments with Legislators
12 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch
4 pm - 4:30 pm 
Wrap-Up
New to DIO or unsure about meeting your legislator(s)? Don’t worry! OPW’s network of experienced doctors will guide you through the process and join you on your Capitol visits. The Grassroots Committee is also here to support you, ensuring our network of key people remains strong and engaged.

In preparation for a productive Day in Olympia, visit OPW's Advocacy Center to stay informed about legislative developments affecting the optometric profession and patient care. See above for instructions to activate your member access.


Exclusive Member Benefit

*OPW members who attend Day in Olympia are eligible to receive 50% off registration for Kane Hall: Postgraduate Seminar, held virtually on March 21 - 22, 2026. Member dues must be in good standing to receive the Kane Hall discount code, which will be shared with attendees during DIO. This discount cannot be transferred or applied to any other year, event, non-member, or individual not present at DIO.