3 Paths to Multi-unit Ownership with Pearle Vision

Pearle Vision’s licensed owners, including multi-unit owners, come from many backgrounds and travel different paths. Meet three multi-unit owners: Expanding the Family Business Dr. Jeff Butcher and his son, Dr. Chris Butcher, operate three Pearle Vision centers in Oklahoma and six in Florida. They have an area development deal in Tampa for 15 centers, so […]

Succession Planning for Franchise Owners

Pearle Vision franchise owner, Mike Arends, with daughters.

Mike Arends, Licensed Owner of Pearle Vision franchises in Minnesota and South Dakota, was pleasantly surprised when his daughters decided to follow in his footsteps and take over the family business. In about a year, daughters Jessy and Maggie will become co-owners with their dad and his business partner. How do franchisees go about creating […]

Pearle Vision Brings Latest Campaign to Life with Vision Clinic in Billie Jean King Namesake Classroom at Girls Prep Lower East Side Elementary

Brand partners with global nonprofit OneSight to provide vision care to students, empowering them to reach their full potential New York (February 21, 2019) – In August 2018, Pearle Vision introduced “Olivia,” the brand’s latest iteration of their “small moments” marketing campaign. The story of Olivia features a young girl exploring a variety of interests from sports to space. When mom notices that she isn’t seeing clearly […]

Pearle Vision to Expand Franchise Reach Into Canada

Canada pinned on the map with flag

Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto Are Key Markets Pearle Vision has its eyes on Canada. The respected optical franchise is positioned to expand its footprint throughout Canada this year, with a special focus on Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto. Currently, there are 59 Pearle Vision EyeCare Center locations in Canada. “We are excited by the […]

Entrepreneur Magazine Ranks Pearle Vision Among Top Health Products Franchises in 40th Annual Franchise 500® List

Entrepreneur's badge for Pearle Vision being ranked 75th on the top 500 franchise list

MASON, Ohio (Jan. 10, 2019) – Pearle Vision has been recognized as one of the nation’s top health franchises in Entrepreneur magazine’s highly competitive Franchise 500® list. Entrepreneur’s annual rankings rate outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power. Pearle Vision was ranked No. 75, placing the brand in […]

Licensed Owners open new Pearle Vision in Tampa, FL

Father-son duo of Dr. Jeff and Dr. Chris Butcher plan to open four more Tampa Bay-area locations in 2018 Multi-unit Pearle Vision franchisees Dr. Jeff Butcher and Dr. Chris Butcher have opened their newest Pearle Vision location in Tampa, FL. The Butchers have signed an area development agreement and already have four more locations planned […]

Networking and Support Can Help Boost Your Optometry Career

Pearle Vision franchisees - a group of female licensed operators

Networking summits, franchisee councils and more provide advice and best practices that can improve your optometry career and revenues One of the biggest advantages to being a part of Pearle Vision is having access to the larger community of Licensed Operators. These are other professionals with the same goals in the business and a desire […]

Patient Experiences Make Pearle Vision Stand Out in the Eyewear Industry

Pearle Vision franchise doctor-patient consultation

Corporate support and new initiatives help Licensed Operators provide better care in the eyewear industry Positive patient experiences are at the core of Pearle Vision’s strategy and help us distinguish ourselves in the eyewear industry. We strive to provide our patients with the best care possible from qualified and passionate optometrists and opticians, and our […]