LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Appoints Anil Lewis as New CEO

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, a leading nonprofit organization based in San Francisco, has announced the appointment of Anil Lewis as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 8, 2026. (streetinsider.com)

Anil Lewis brings decades of leadership experience to LightHouse, informed by his personal journey with blindness and a steadfast commitment to advancing independence and opportunities for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Prior to this role, Lewis served as the Executive Director for Blindness Initiatives at the National Federation of the Blind, where he led national programs focused on education, employment, public policy, quality of life, and technology for the blind community. (finance.yahoo.com)

In his new position, Lewis will oversee one of North America's largest comprehensive blindness organizations. His responsibilities will include advancing the nonprofit's mission, strengthening connections with the blind and low-vision community, and developing relationships with other blindness organizations and external partners. (citybiz.co)

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired has a rich history dating back to 1902, offering a variety of services for the blind and visually impaired community in Northern California. (en.wikipedia.org)