Heinz J. Pichler

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Vice President of Sales- North America at Design Eyewear Group

United States

Overview

Heinz is the VP of Sales for North America at Design Eyewear Group, specializing in scaling premium brands in competitive markets. He focuses on aligning brand strategy with execution, building disciplined, service-driven sales teams. People who have worked with him describe him as a positive mentor, a great motivator, and a true leader.

Outside of his direct role in the eyewear industry, Heinz maintains an interest in the broader healthcare landscape, following major companies within the pharmaceutical and vision sectors. He is focused on building strong, lasting relationships within his professional network.

He once deliberately stepped outside the eyewear industry to lead sales at a packaging company, broadening his B2B leadership experience.

Personality Overview

Decisive But Friendly

Driven But Considerate

Dynamic But Sincere

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed  They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders) If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

Scaling Premium Brands
His career focuses on growing premium brands in competitive markets by strengthening customer relationships and sharpening strategy.
Sales Team Leadership
Emphasizes building winning teams through service, discipline, and trust, focusing on how results are achieved, not just the numbers.
Strategic Partnerships
Actively promotes and supports partnerships, like with The Eyewear Consortium, to create growth opportunities for eyecare professionals.

Media Appearances

Design Eyewear Group Names Heinz Pichler VP of Sales, North America. Featured in Vision Monday

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Heinz Pichler Appointed VP of Sales, North America for Design Eyewear Group. Featured in Design Eyewear Group (Press Release)

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Work History

1-2026
Vice President of Sales- North America at Design Eyewear Group
9-2023 - 1-2026
Sales Director, Americas- ECP Channel at MODO Eyewear
10-2021 - 9-2023
Strategic Sales Lead at ClearVision Optical
9-2019 - 10-2021
Vice President Of Sales at SKS Bottle & Packaging, Inc.
8-2016 - 9-2019
National Sales Director at Silhouette International

Education

Heinz has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Heinz J.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.
  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Heinz J. is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Heinz J.

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Heinz J. move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Heinz J. take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Heinz J.

Personality Compatibility


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