Alex Wilkes Takes Helm as National Vision's Next CEO; Reade Fahs Moves to Executive Chairman

Anon4461 · 2026-01-12T17:15:04+00:00

National Vision Holdings, Inc. has appointed Alex Wilkes as CEO, effective August 1, 2025, replacing Reade Fahs, who will become Executive Chairman. The leadership change acknowledges Wilkes' extensive experience and has influenced the company’s stock performance.

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2026-01-12 17:15:04

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Optical retailer National Vision Holdings, Inc. (EYE) has reshuffled its leadership team, with Alex Wilkes stepping into the role of Chief Executive Officer starting August 1, 2025. Simultaneously, the company’s outgoing CEO Reade Fahs will transition to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board.

Wilkes brings substantial industry experience to the position, having previously held the role of President of the Americas at CooperVision, a major player in the vision care sector. This transition marks a significant leadership shift for National Vision as it navigates the competitive optical retail landscape.

The market has taken note of the announcement. In early trading on Nasdaq, National Vision’s stock (EYE) was moving lower, with shares down 0.53 percent and trading around $12.24 per share. Investors appear to be digesting the implications of the executive change for the company’s strategic direction moving forward.

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