Warby Parker
New York, New York, United States · E Commerce, Fashion, Information Technology
Warby Parker (NYSE: WRBY) was founded in 2010 with a mission to inspire and impact the world with vision, purpose, and style–without charging a premium for it. Headquartered in New York City, the co-founder-led lifestyle brand pioneers ideas, designs products, and develops technologies that help people see, from designer-quality prescription glasses (starting at $95) and contacts, to eye exams and
Key facts
- Headquarters
- New York, New York, United States
- Employees
- 2,300
- Industries
- E Commerce, Fashion, Information Technology
- Status
- Public (WRBY)
- Website
- warbyparker.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Warby Parker
- : Warby Parker Partners with Google to Develop AI-Powered Intelligent Eyewear.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): On February 26, 2026, Warby Parker Inc. announced that its Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program permitting the company to buy up to $100.0 million of its Class A common stock. The repurchases can occur in the open market or through privately negotiated transactions, with the amount and timing determined at the company's discretion based on market conditions. This program does not have a set expiration date and can be modified, suspended, or terminated by the Board at any time, providing flexibility in capital management. The announcement indicates a strategic effort to enhance shareholder value while complying with federal securities laws.
- : Warby Parker Appoints Adrian Mitchell as Chief Financial Officer
- : SEC 8-K (5.02):
- : Warby Parker Partners with Nathaniel Drew for 'See With Intention' Campaign
- : SEC 8-K (7.01): On December 8, 2025, Warby Parker Inc. and Google disclosed their collaboration on the development of new AI glasses, anticipated to launch in 2026. This announcement, made during 'The Android Show | XR Edition,' signals the continuation of their partnership focused on innovation in lightweight eyewear technology. The statements made are forward-looking and represent the companies' expectations regarding product development and market strategies, although they acknowledge inherent risks and uncertainties with such projections.
- : Google Partners with Warby Parker to Develop AI-Powered Smart Glasses with a $150 Million Investment.
- : JAND, Inc.
Warby Parker funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2018 | Venture | $75.0M |
Leadership
- Millard Drexler, Director
- Joel Cutler, Director
- Lee Fixel, Director
- Andrew Hunt, Director
- Jeffrey Raider, Director
- David Gilboa, Executive Officer, Director
- Neil Blumenthal, Executive Officer, Director
- Kimberly Nemser, Chief Merchandising Officer, Head of Product Strategy and Operations
- Adrian Mitchell, Chief Financial Officer
- Steve Miller, Executive Officer
Verified email and direct lines for Warby Parker’s decision-makers are on Fundz. See plans — or book a 15-minute walkthrough.
Employee benefit plans
Warby Parker files 3 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
Warby Parker in the news
- Warby Parker to Launch Pre-Orders for Android XR “Intelligent Eyewear” on Thursday, November 12, 2026 - jetstream.blog (Nov 05, 2026)
- Warby Parker to Announce Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results on November 5, 2026 - Yahoo Finance (Oct 15, 2026)
- Warby Parker Announces Participation in the Goldman Sachs 33rd Annual Global Retailing Conference - Yahoo Finance (Sep 08, 2026)
- Warby Parker Unveils First Intelligent Eyewear Design - Business Wire (May 19, 2026)
- Warby Parker opens 200th retail store in Union Square - amNewYork (Dec 16, 2022)
- Rosario Dawson and Warby Parker's 2018 Pupils Project Collaboration Is Back Again With A New Color Upgrade - EBONY Magazine (Dec 07, 2021)
- How Warby Parker disrupted the eyewear industry - The Business of Business (Oct 06, 2020)
- Warby Parker Appoints Adrian Mitchell as Chief Financial Officer - Business Wire (Feb 09, 2026)
Companies similar to Warby Parker
- Dana Holding · E Commerce, Fashion, Information Technology, Lifestyle
- Centric Brands · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
- Monsoon Accessorize · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
- J.Jill · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
- Quince · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
About Warby Parker: questions and answers
What does Warby Parker do?
Warby Parker (NYSE: WRBY) was founded in 2010 with a mission to inspire and impact the world with vision, purpose, and style–without charging a premium for it. Headquartered in New York City, the co-founder-led lifestyle brand pioneers ideas, designs products, and develops technologies that help people see, from designer-quality prescription glasses (starting at $95) and contacts, to eye exams and
Where is Warby Parker headquartered?
Warby Parker is headquartered in New York, New York, United States.
How many employees does Warby Parker have?
Warby Parker has about 2,300 employees.
Has Warby Parker raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 1 funding event for Warby Parker. The most recent, $75.0M, was in Mar 2018.
What is the latest news on Warby Parker?
On Jun 09, 2026, Warby Parker Partners with Google to Develop AI-Powered Intelligent Eyewear.
Is Warby Parker a public company?
Yes. Warby Parker is publicly traded under the ticker WRBY.
Source: Fundz records from SEC filings, press releases and company announcements. How Fundz measures data accuracy