Warby Parker, founded in 2010 in Philadelphia by Jeffrey Raider, Andrew Hunt, Neil Blumenthal, and David Gilboa, is a leading American retailer of prescription glasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses. Initially an online-only retailer, the company has expanded to over 200 physical stores across the U.S. and Canada. Warby Parker's core mission is to offer designer eyewear at a revolutionary price while leading the way for socially conscious businesses. They focus on direct-to-consumer sales, providing high-quality eyewear and a seamless shopping experience both online and in-store.
Notable figures include co-CEOs Neil Blumenthal and David Gilboa. Warby Parker has garnered significant attention for its innovative business model and social impact initiatives, such as their "Buy a Pair, Give a Pair" program, which donates a pair of glasses for every pair sold. The company went public on the NYSE under the ticker WRBY. Despite reporting a net loss in recent financials, Warby Parker continues to influence the retail eyewear market significantly, with revenues reaching $670 million in 2023.
