Dr. Stanley Pearle set out to revolutionize the eye-care industry. And along the way, he helped create North America's largest optical franchise brand.
In 1961, franchising was far from the mind of Dr. Pearle. His focus was on his new business, "Pearle Optical," which offered two compelling services: the convenience of an Independent Doctor of Optometry and the best selection of frames in Savannah, Georgia.
What made Pearle Optical different was its promise to deliver an optical experience like never before. Patients began to take notice and it wasn't long before Dr. Pearle's unique vision of full service patient care and eyewear spread far past Georgia. In fact, Dr. Pearle was the first optical retailer to create a large-scale optical company with national advertising.
Then, in 1981, Pearle Vision began offering franchises to select doctors and opticians. More than 50 years and nearly 800 company and franchise stores later, Dr. Stanley Pearle's vision, Pearle Vision, is a North American household name.
Meet the team that continues this franchise legacy today.
