Optical Business Sector
The optical business sector encompasses companies specializing in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of eyewear, lenses, and optical instruments, driving innovation through advanced technologies such as smart glasses and augmented reality devices. CEOs in this sector lead strategic initiatives, oversee market expansion, and enhance operational efficiency, directly impacting company performance metrics including revenue growth, market share, and profitability.
EssilorLuxottica
Francesco Milleri's estimated net worth of around $50 million derives from his executive compensation, stock holdings, and performance incentives as CEO and Vice Chairman of EssilorLuxottica, a leading global eyewear conglomerate.
Carl Zeiss Vision
Sven Hermann, current CEO of Carl Zeiss Vision, holds an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily attributed to his executive compensation, company performance incentives, and stock-based awards from his leadership role.
Hoya Corporation
Eiichiro Ikeda, CEO of Hoya Corporation, holds a net worth estimated at around $5 million USD due to executive compensation packages, bonuses, and equity awards associated with his leadership role in the multinational technology company.
Nikon Optical
Koji Yoshida, the current CEO of Nikon Optical, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily attributed to executive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and long-term share incentives linked to Nikon's financial performance.
Safilo Group
Angelo Trocchia's estimated net worth of around $3 million is derived from his executive compensation, stock options, and performance incentives as CEO of Safilo Group, a leading global eyewear manufacturer.
Marchon Eyewear (a VSP Global company)
Thomas Burkhardt, CEO of Marchon Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $4 million USD, primarily derived from his executive compensation, bonuses, and equity holdings within Marchon Eyewear and its parent company VSP Global.
CooperVision
Holly Sheffield, the current CEO of CooperVision, has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily attributed to her executive compensation, stock ownership, and performance bonuses accumulated from her leadership roles within CooperVision and related corporate entities.
Alcon (a Novartis division)
David J. Endicott, CEO of Alcon (formerly a Novartis division), has an estimated net worth of around $50 million, largely due to his executive compensation package, stock holdings, and long tenure in senior roles within Alcon and pharmaceutical leadership.
Bausch + Lomb
Brent Saunders, current CEO of Bausch + Lomb, has an estimated net worth of around $150 million due to his extensive executive leadership roles across major pharmaceutical companies, lucrative compensation packages, and substantial stock holdings.
Maui Jim
Giampiero Tagliaferri's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily derived from his executive compensation, stock options, and professional background in design and creative direction, including his role as CEO of Maui Jim.
Ray-Ban
Massimo Vian, CEO of Ray-Ban (a brand under EssilorLuxottica), has an estimated net worth of around $25 million, primarily accrued from executive compensation, stock options, and long-term roles in the global eyewear industry.
Silhouette International Schmied AG
Thomas Windischbauer, CEO of Silhouette International Schmied AG, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily derived from his executive compensation, equity stake in the privately-held luxury eyewear firm, and accumulated career earnings.
Warby Parker
Neil Blumenthal's estimated net worth of around $150 million stems largely from his equity stake in Warby Parker, a publicly traded direct-to-consumer eyewear company he co-founded and leads as CEO.
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
Peter Menziuso, current CEO of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, has an estimated net worth of about $20 million, primarily due to his executive compensation package, performance-based bonuses, and significant stock holdings accrued during his long tenure at Johnson & Johnson.
Rodenstock GmbH
Anders Hedegaard, current CEO of Rodenstock GmbH, is estimated to be worth around $5 million USD due to his executive compensation, prior leadership roles at GN Hearing and Bavarian Nordic, and equity stakes in companies he has managed.
Charmant Group
Masakiyo Honjo, CEO of Charmant Group, holds significant equity and executive compensation from the global eyewear manufacturer, contributing to his estimated net worth of around $5 million.
Marcolin S.p.A.
Fabrizio Curci's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily attributed to his executive salary, stock options, and bonuses accrued as CEO of Marcolin S.p.A., a leading global eyewear manufacturer.
Luxottica
Francesco Milleri, CEO of EssilorLuxottica, has an estimated net worth of around $25 million primarily due to his executive compensation packages, stock options, and long-term incentive plans from leading the global eyewear corporation.
Fielmann AG
Marc Fielmann's estimated net worth of around $1.5 billion primarily stems from his significant ownership stake in Fielmann AG, the leading German eyewear retailer founded by his family.
Transitions Optical
Chrystel Barranger's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily attributed to her executive compensation, performance bonuses, and long-term incentive plans as CEO of Transitions Optical, a leading eyewear technology company under the EssilorLuxottica Group.
Seiko Optical Products
Tetsuya Koshikawa, current CEO of Seiko Optical Products, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million primarily from executive compensation, stock holdings, and long-term tenure within the Seiko Group.
Vision Service Plan (VSP)
Michael Guyette, CEO of Vision Service Plan (VSP), has an estimated net worth of around $25 million, primarily attributed to his executive compensation, stock awards, and long-term incentive plans accumulated through leadership roles at major healthcare and insurance organizations such as Blue Cross and Blue Shield before joining VSP.
De Rigo Vision
Barbara De Rigo, CEO of De Rigo Vision and a member of the founding De Rigo family, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to her executive role and equity stake in the global eyewear conglomerate with international luxury and retail operations.
Kate Spade Eyewear
Nicola Zotta, the CEO of Safilo Group (which owns the Kate Spade Eyewear license), has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, attributed primarily to his executive compensation, long-standing leadership roles in the eyewear industry, and ownership of equities and stock options within Safilo.
Tom Ford Eyewear
Gianluca Flore's estimated net worth of around $10 million is attributed to his executive roles in luxury fashion, notably as CEO of Tom Ford Eyewear, combined with prior leadership positions at Brioni and Kering Group.
Persol
Giovanni Zoppas, CEO of Persol, has an estimated net worth of approximately $10 million due to his executive roles at Persol and other luxury eyewear companies, equity stakes, and compensation packages.
Prada Eyewear
Andrea Guerra's estimated net worth of around $50 million stems from his long-standing executive roles at luxury brands like Luxottica, LVMH, Eataly, and now as CEO of Prada Eyewear, accumulating substantial compensation, bonuses, and stock options.
Gucci Eyewear
Roberto Vedovotto's estimated net worth of around $25 million is attributed to his executive roles at Kering Eyewear (Gucci's eyewear division), industry leadership, and substantial compensation packages, including bonuses and equity.
Carrera Eyewear
Franco Ferraris, current CEO of Carrera Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD due to his executive leadership role, annual compensation package, and equity holdings within Safilo Group, Carrera's parent company.
Mykita
Moritz Krueger, CEO and co-founder of Mykita, has accumulated an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD through his significant equity stake in the globally recognized eyewear brand and revenues from premium designer frame collaborations and international retail expansion.
ic! berlin
Andreas Henkel's estimated net worth of around $2 million stems from his role as CEO of ic! berlin, a luxury eyewear company known for its innovative screwless designs, global distribution, and collaborations with high-profile brands.
Lindberg
Kent Eliason, CEO of Lindberg, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, largely attributed to his executive compensation, equity holdings in Lindberg, and long-term leadership roles within the luxury eyewear industry.
Oliver Peoples
Rocco Basilico, current CEO of Oliver Peoples and executive at EssilorLuxottica, has accumulated an estimated net worth of around $15 million through his leadership roles in luxury eyewear, equity stakes, and family ties to the Luxottica fortune.
Michael Kors Eyewear
Gianni Serazzi, current CEO of Michael Kors Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million, primarily attributed to executive compensation, stock options, and performance bonuses from the multinational fashion brand's eyewear division.
Giorgio Armani Eyewear
Vincenzo Di Donna's estimated net worth of around $5 million stems from his executive role as CEO at Giorgio Armani Eyewear, leveraging high-value salary packages, performance bonuses, and equity incentives typical in the luxury fashion sector.
Versace Eyewear
Alessandro Cagliari's estimated net worth of around $5 million derives primarily from his executive compensation, equity stakes, and performance bonuses as CEO of Versace Eyewear.
Dolce & Gabbana Eyewear
Francesco Caltagirone's estimated net worth of around $1.6 billion is primarily attributed to his vast holdings in construction, real estate, and industry, along with strategic investments including his leadership in Dolce & Gabbana Eyewear.
Ted Baker Eyewear
Marcelo Montico's estimated net worth of around $3 million primarily derives from his executive role as CEO of Ted Baker Eyewear, alongside equity stakes and performance incentives connected to licensing deals and brand growth.
Jimmy Choo Eyewear
Andrea Tessitore, CEO of Jimmy Choo Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million due to his leadership roles in luxury brands and successful entrepreneurial ventures, notably co-founding Italia Independent.
Calvin Klein Eyewear
Victor Luis, CEO of Calvin Klein Eyewear and former CEO of Tapestry Inc., has accumulated an estimated net worth of around $30 million through executive leadership roles, substantial stock options, performance bonuses, and long-term compensation packages from globally recognized fashion conglomerates.
Silhouette Eyewear
Michael Schmied, current CEO of Silhouette Eyewear, amasses an estimated net worth of $50 million through his leadership in the global premium eyewear market and substantial family ownership in Silhouette International Schmied AG.
Police Eyewear
Massimo De Rigo, current CEO of Police Eyewear and part of the De Rigo family that owns De Rigo Vision S.p.A., has an estimated net worth of around $100 million due to his executive role and significant shareholding in the global eyewear conglomerate that markets luxury brands worldwide.
Arnette
Francesco Rinaldi, current CEO of Arnette, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million, attributed primarily to his executive compensation, equity in the company, and performance-related bonuses.
Costa Del Mar
Jason Kline's estimated net worth of around $2 million primarily stems from his executive compensation, performance-based stock options, and bonuses as CEO of Costa Del Mar, a premium eyewear brand.
Polo Ralph Lauren Eyewear
The current CEO of Marcolin Group, Fabrizio Curci, is estimated to have a net worth of around $2 million, reflecting his executive compensation packages, long-standing leadership roles, and stock incentives in the global eyewear industry.
Vogue Eyewear
Nathalie Sisouk, current CEO of Vogue Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million USD due to her executive compensation, brand equity involvement, and previous positions within the luxury and fashion eyewear sectors.
Tiffany & Co. Eyewear
Nicola Zotta, current CEO of Tiffany & Co. Eyewear and President/CEO of Marchon Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million due to his executive leadership roles, equity holdings, and compensation packages in the luxury eyewear and fashion industry.
Ray-Ban Junior
Francesco Milleri, CEO of Ray-Ban Junior's parent company EssilorLuxottica, has an estimated net worth of around $25 million, primarily from executive compensation, stock ownership, and performance-based bonuses.
Zegna Eyewear
Angelo Trocchia, current CEO of Zegna Eyewear, has an estimated net worth of $3 million USD, attributed to his executive compensation, longstanding leadership roles at organizations like Luxottica, and equity holdings within the luxury eyewear and fashion sectors.