(PRESS RELEASE) ZEISS Vision Care, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of eyeglass lenses and ophthalmic instruments, announced that Emi Cardarelli has been named Vice President and Head of Retail for ZEISS Vision Care US, effective April 6,2026. Cardarelli brings senior leadership experience from the retail and wholesale industry at Kenvue, Unilever, and Walmart, to her new role.
Emi Cardarelli
Cardarelli joins ZEISS following an executive management role at Kenvue, where she spearheaded a large multi-category portfolio responsible for Walmart U.S. and Walmart International expansion, overseeing sales, strategy, and execution. Previously, she spent six years at Unilever leading International and Wholesale Club sales teams, as well as 13 years at Walmart in merchandising and sourcing leadership roles.
“Emi’s expansive retail experience – both as a former Walmart associate and vendor partner executive – is invaluable. Her subject matter expertise strengthens our team tremendously and is crucial to meeting our growth ambitions in key retail channels,” said Gary Rosenblum, President of ZEISS Vision Care US.
In her role, Cardarelli will lead the strategic operational direction and expansion of national and regional retail channels across the United States. She will partner closely with key functions such as Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain, Product & Digital teams, and Learning & Development, to strengthen and grow retailer partnerships while accelerating market share. She will reside in Northwest Arkansas alongside the ZEISS Vision Care Retail team.
“I am thrilled to join ZEISS Vision Care to build on the rich culture and customer-first solutions mindset that has guided the company for nearly two centuries,” said Cardarelli. “I am impressed with our incredible team, the constant push for innovation, and the company’s commitment to excellence and growth.”
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