OWNDAYS Executive and Leadership Team

Také Umiyama, the Chief Executive Officer at OWNDAYS, directs the overarching strategy and global expansion of the Japanese eyewear brand. Umiyama oversees the implementation of the SPA system across all operational facets, ensuring seamless integration from product design and manufacturing to inventory management and retail sales. This direct oversight guarantees the maintenance of high product quality, meeting stringent Japanese Industrial Standards, while simultaneously ensuring accessible pricing for consumers worldwide. The Chief Executive Officer's leadership focuses on driving the company's mission to provide eyewear that is both functional and fashionable, expanding its footprint across more than 15 countries and over 350 shops. Také Umiyama's strategic vision propels OWNDAYS toward its aspiration of becoming the global eyewear of choice by fostering continuous innovation in systems and services, impacting the sale of over 2.5 million pairs of glasses annually.

Rohit Agarwal, the Chief Financial Officer at OWNDAYS, oversees all financial aspects of the global eyewear business, ensuring fiscal health and strategic resource allocation. Agarwal manages financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, providing critical insights to support the company's expansion and operational efficiency. The Chief Financial Officer's role is integral to maintaining the financial viability of the SPA system, which balances high product quality with affordable pricing across more than 350 shops worldwide. This involves rigorous financial oversight to support the sale of over 2.5 million pairs of glasses annually and to fund ongoing innovation in product design and service delivery. Rohit Agarwal's financial acumen guides investment decisions, risk management, and the overall profitability of OWNDAYS, reinforcing the company's mission to be the eyewear of choice for consumers globally. The Chief Financial Officer ensures robust financial controls are in place to support sustainable growth.

Howard Tseng, the Chief Operating Officer at OWNDAYS, manages the day-to-day operational execution across the company's extensive global network. Tseng is responsible for optimizing the efficiency of the SPA (Specialty store retailer of Private label Apparel) system, ensuring that the entire process from design and manufacturing to inventory management and retail operations functions cohesively. This role involves driving operational excellence to maintain the highest product quality standards, aligning with Japanese Industrial Standards, and supporting the company's strategy of offering affordable, fashionable eyewear. The Chief Operating Officer's focus extends to enhancing the customer experience in over 350 shops across Asia, Australia, and Dubai, ensuring consistent service delivery and operational scalability. Howard Tseng's leadership ensures that OWNDAYS can effectively manage the sale of over 2.5 million pairs of glasses annually, supporting the brand's ambitious global growth objectives and commitment to continuous improvement.

Grace Liu, the Chief Marketing Officer at OWNDAYS, spearheads the brand's global marketing initiatives and market penetration strategies. Liu directs the development and execution of campaigns that highlight OWNDAYS' commitment to providing eyewear that is both functional and fashionable, resonating with diverse customer bases across more than 15 countries. The Chief Marketing Officer's responsibilities include enhancing brand visibility and desirability, driving customer acquisition, and fostering brand loyalty through innovative marketing approaches. This role is critical in communicating the value proposition of OWNDAYS' SPA system, which enables high-quality, affordable eyewear. Grace Liu's strategic marketing leadership supports the company's aspiration to be the eyewear of choice for everyone, ensuring that marketing efforts align with product innovation and service improvements across the extensive retail network. The Chief Marketing Officer's efforts directly contribute to the company's objective of selling over 2.5 million pairs of glasses annually.