Warby Parker Appoints Former Macy's COO/CFO Adrian Mitchell as New CFO

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Warby Parker Inc. has appointed Adrian Mitchell, former COO and CFO of Macy's, as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective February 10, 2026, strengthening its executive leadership.

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• New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

  Adrian Mitchell, formerly COO and CFO of Macy's, will assume the CFO role, effective February 10, 2026.

• Co-CEO Dave Gilboa Steps Down from Interim CFO Role

  Dave Gilboa will continue as Co-Chief Executive Officer, allowing him to focus on strategic leadership.

• Experienced Retail Executive Joins Leadership

  Mr. Mitchell brings over 25 years of experience in scaling leading consumer and retail businesses, including roles at Macy's, Arhaus, and Crate & Barrel.

• Compensation Package Detailed

  Mr. Mitchell's compensation includes an annual base salary of $530,000, equity awards totaling $3.7 million (annualized and sign-on), and a target annual bonus of 65% of his base salary.

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The appointment of Adrian Mitchell as Chief Financial Officer is a significant move for Warby Parker, bringing in a highly experienced executive with a strong background in scaling consumer and retail businesses, including his recent tenure as COO and CFO at Macy's. This strategic hire is expected to bolster the company's financial discipline and operational rigor as it pursues its growth initiatives, including retail and product expansion. Co-CEO Dave Gilboa, who previously held the interim CFO role, will now focus solely on his Co-CEO responsibilities. Mitchell's compensation package includes a substantial equity component, aligning his incentives with long-term shareholder value.