Bangalore, India – 2026: ZEISS, a pioneer of science in optics, has announced the elevation Baskar Kesavalu as Head of Product Development, Vision Care Solutions. This strategic move underscores the brand’s commitment to strengthen its leadership team and drive transformation into the Vision Care portfolio globally. In this new role, Kesavalu will be based in Bangalore and will report directly to Eric Nehrbass, Head of Vision Care Solutions based in Germany. With effect from 1st March 2026, he will focus on building and leading a high-performance product development organization responsible for delivering on time, within budget, and with exceptional quality.
Kesavalu joined ZEISS India in 2025 as Head of Vision Technology Solutions (VTS), bringing over 30 years of experience in product development and management. Prior to his role at ZEISS India, he held leadership roles at GE HealthCare, where he led global product development and management functions. In this new role, his scope will encompass our new consultation platform, signature innovations, and the integration of ZEISS Solution Partner products into our Vision Care ecosystem.
Commenting on the appointment, Santana Ramakrishnan, CHRO, ZEISS India said, “We congratulate Baskar on his new role. This appointment underscores our dedication to customer-centric innovation, sustainable growth, and fostering global collaboration. Under his leadership we are confident that our Vision Care Solutions portfolio will set new benchmarks in quality and customer impact. This strategic move highlights ZEISS India’s evolution from a Global Capability Center to a hub for leadership and innovation, showcasing our transformation into a truly global company.”
Eric Nehrbass, Head of Vision Care Solutions, ZEISS Group added “Baskar’s extensive experience in global product development and his strong leadership capabilities makes him the ideal choice to drive innovation and excellence in this critical role. His appointment underscores our dedication to fostering a truly global organization that integrates diverse talent and expertise to deliver world-class solutions. I am confident that under his leadership, our Vision Care Solutions portfolio will achieve new milestones and further strengthen our position as a global leader in optics.”
