Warby Parker Inc. (NYSE: WRBY) has recently appointed Adrian Mitchell as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective February 10, 2026. Mitchell, a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in driving growth and financial expertise, is expected to further strengthen Warby Parker's leadership team as the company continues to execute its strategic vision.
Mitchell's impressive track record includes his most recent roles as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Macy’s, Inc., where he played a key role in modernizing operations through the integration of AI-driven tools. This effort resulted in a significant expansion of gross margins and a strengthened financial profile for the company. Additionally, as CFO, COO, and interim CEO of Crate & Barrel Holdings, Mitchell led a digital-first transformation that reignited sales growth and substantially improved profitability.
Expressing his excitement about joining Warby Parker, Mitchell emphasized his admiration for the company's visionary brand, customer focus, and history of innovation. He also expressed his eagerness to contribute to the company's long-term sustainable growth and its mission of making vision care more accessible for all.
Warby Parker, founded in 2010, is known for its commitment to providing designer-quality prescription glasses starting at $95 and promoting accessibility to vision care. The company's "buy a pair, give a pair" program has resulted in the distribution of over 20 million glasses to those in need through its nonprofit partners.
With Mitchell's appointment, investors and industry experts will be looking forward to seeing the impact of his financial acumen and strategic leadership on Warby Parker's future performance, especially as the company continues to expand its retail and product offerings, including the launch of its first AI glasses. Today the company's shares have moved -0.6% to a price of $28.16. Check out the company's full 8-K submission here.
