SMITHFIELD, R.I.—César Melo, who served as CEO of FGX International (FGXI) a leading eyewear, sun and readers supplier, has left the company as of Sept. 4th.
 
FGXI is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Essilor International (Reuters: ESSI.PA).
 
Shawna Hassett of Duffy & Shanley, a public relations firm, told VMail, “Melo left FGX Intl to pursue other career opportunities closer to his family in Connecticut.”
 
She added that Anthony Di Paola executive vice president and chief financial officer, will serve as the interim CEO for FGX.  The spokesperson declined further comment.
 
Melo joined FGXI in March 2013, after a 23-year career at Colgate-Palmolive, as previously reported in VMail.