Stefano Barizza is an experienced leader in the eyewear industry, currently serving as Head of Group Sunglasses, Frames, Safety & Retail at MPG since November 2021. Prior to this role, Stefano Barizza held the position of Head of Design at ANDY WOLF EYEWEAR since September 2018 and served as Chief Product Officer at Italia Independent from February 2021 to November 2021. Additional experience includes a tenure as Head of Design and Product Development at Michael Pachleitner Group and Head of Product Development in the luxury division at Luxottica. Earlier career highlights include leading product development for Alain Mikli International and serving as Senior Designer at Safilo, where notable brands included Gucci, YSL, Bottega Veneta, and Alexander McQueen. Educational background includes studies at Université de Poitiers.