VSP Vision Names Nicola Zotta President of Eyewear and Managing Director of Marchon Eyewear and Marcolin

Today, VSP Vision™ announced that Nicola Zotta has been appointed President of Eyewear and Managing Director of both Marchon Eyewear and Marcolin. Following VSP Vision's acquisition of Marcolin last month, Zotta will lead the integration of Marcolin and Marchon, both global leaders in eyewear design, manufacturing, and distribution.

"Nicola brings a unique blend of Italian heritage and U.S. leadership experience, a proven ability to deliver growth, and an understanding of our commitment to our stakeholders," said Michael Guyette, President and CEO of VSP Vision. "As we move into this exciting new chapter of our eyewear business, we are confident in Nicola's leadership and vision to serve our customers with the very best that Marchon and Marcolin can uniquely provide together."

Zotta succeeds Fabrizio Curci, who made the decision to step down after serving as CEO and General Manager of Marcolin since June of 2020. To help ensure a smooth transition, Curci will serve in an advisory role to Zotta over the next few months.
"Under Fabrizio's leadership, Marcolin accelerated its growth through strategic brand portfolio expansion, operational efficiency enhancements, and a focus on commercial excellence," said Guyette. "We are grateful for his many contributions and look forward to building on the momentum established during his tenure."

Reporting to Guyette, Zotta returns to VSP Vision after serving as CEO of Artsana Group since 2022. An eyewear industry veteran, Zotta was president of Marchon from 2016 to 2022 and first joined the company in 2009 as vice president and managing director of EMEA and APAC. Prior to that, he held a variety of senior roles with Safilo for more than a decade.

"It is an honor to lead two truly world-class eyewear organizations whose combined strengths create an exceptional portfolio of luxury, lifestyle, and performance brands," said Zotta. "By uniting our complementary expertise and strengths, we are well positioned to continue delivering eyewear of the highest design and quality-grounded in craftsmanship and innovation."

Thomas Burkhardt, who served as President of Marchon since 2022, has made the decision to step down from his role and continue as advisor to Nicola Zotta, focusing on the integration of Marcolin's and Marchon's respective portfolios of brands.

About VSP Vision
At VSP Vision™, our purpose is to empower human potential through sight. As the first national not-for-profit vision benefits company, this is what drives everything we do. For 70 years, VSP® has been a leader in health-focused vision care. Every day, the people that power our complementary businesses across vision benefits, eye care services, eyewear solutions, and practice solutions, work together to create a world where everyone can bring their best vision to life. That means providing affordable access to eye care and eyewear for millions of members through a network of more than 44,000 doctors. It also means expanding access to vision care to those disadvantaged by income, distance, or disaster through VSP Eyes of Hope®. To date, more than 4 million people in need have received access to no-cost eye care and eyewear through one of our Eyes of Hope programs. Learn more about how we're reinvesting in greater vision, health, and opportunities for all at vspvision.com.

About Marchon Eyewear, Inc.
Marchon Eyewear, Inc. is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of quality eyewear and sunglasses. The company markets its products under prestigious brand names including: Calvin Klein, Canada Goose, Columbia, Converse, DKNY, Donna Karan, Dragon, FERRAGAMO, Flexon, Karl Lagerfeld, Kendra Scott, Lacoste, Liu Jo, Longchamp, Marchon NYC, Nautica, Nike, Nine West, Paul Smith, Pure, Reserva, Skaga and ZEISS. Marchon Eyewear distributes its products through a global network of subsidiaries and distributors, serving over 80,000 accounts in more than 100 countries. Marchon Eyewear is a VSP Vision™ company, which is focused on its purpose of empowering human potential through sight and connecting its millions of members to affordable, accessible, high quality eye care and eyewear. Marchon Eyewear has a proud history of commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives - EYES ON TOMORROW™ For more information, visit www.marchon.com and follow @marchoneyewear.

About Marcolin
Marcolin is among the global leading groups in eyewear founded in 1961 in the heart of the Veneto district, Italy. It stands out for the unique ability to combine craftsmanship with advanced technologies through the constant pursuit of excellence and continuous innovation. The portfolio includes house brands (WEB EYEWEAR, ic! berlin), as well as licensed brands: TOM FORD, Guess, adidas Sport, adidas Originals, Christian Louboutin, Max Mara, Zegna, GCDS, MAX&Co., MCM, Pucci, BMW, K-Way®, Kenneth Cole, Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, rag & bone, Timberland, GANT, Harley-Davidson, Marciano and Skechers. Through its own direct network and global partners, Marcolin distributes its products in more than 125 countries.