Latest News Marchon Eyewear, Inc. and ABG Renew Global Eyewear Licenses for Nautica and Nine West By Staff Thursday, April 11, 2019 12:21 AM NEW YORK—Marchon Eyewear, Inc. and Authentic Brands Group (ABG) announced the long term renewals of the existing global eyewear licensing agreements for the Nautica and Nine West brands. The agreement is for the exclusive worldwide design, development, production and distribution of optical eyewear and sunglasses for Nautica and optical eyewear and prescription sunglasses for Nine West. “Given their leadership in the eyewear space, we are pleased to continue our partnership with Marchon on the expansion of Nautica and Nine West eyewear. Both of these brands coupled with Marchon’s expertise provide fashion eyewear to both men and women with a recognizable and modern approach,” said Jarrod Weber, group president of lifestyle at ABG. “Nautica and Nine West are both iconic American brands that hold an important place in consumers’ hearts and minds. Both have been long term brands for Marchon and will continue to represent a core portion of our Lifestyle portfolio,” said Nicola Zotta, CEO and president of Marchon Eyewear, Inc. “We appreciate that ABG has provided a clear vision and thoughtful direction for each brand and we are honored to renew our partnership so as to strategically grow these brands within the eyewear category.” Nautica eyewear collections are sold worldwide in optical retailers, department and specialty stores, as well as through travel retail, nautica.com and other key online accounts. Nine West eyewear is sold around the world in upscale optical chains and specialty retailers, and is also available through individual eyecare professionals.