Neil Blumenthal

Date of Birth: December 7, 1979

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Neil Blumenthal is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Warby Parker, a company known for its eyewear and innovative business model that combines e-commerce with physical retail stores. Born and raised in New York City, Blumenthal earned his undergraduate degree from Tufts University and later attended the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his MBA. Before co-founding Warby Parker, Blumenthal worked at VisionSpring, a nonprofit organization that trains low-income women to start their own businesses selling affordable eyeglasses in developing countries. His experience at VisionSpring ignited his passion for accessible and affordable eyewear, leading him to co-found Warby Parker with friends and fellow Wharton graduates, Dave Gilboa, Andrew Hunt, and Jeffrey Raider, in 2010. Warby Parker was born out of the idea that eyewear should not cost as much as an iPhone. The company disrupted the traditional eyewear market by offering stylish, prescription glasses at a fraction of the cost typically found at optical shops. The “buy a pair, give a pair” program, where the company donates a pair of glasses for every pair sold, reflects Blumenthal’s commitment to social entrepreneurship. Under Blumenthal’s leadership, Warby Parker has grown significantly, opening numerous brick-and-mortar stores across the United States and launching innovative initiatives like the Home Try-On program. Blumenthal continues to be a prominent voice in the entrepreneurial community, advocating for business models that incorporate social good.

5 Interesting Facts about Neil Blumenthal

1. Neil Blumenthal was named one of “40 Under 40” by Fortune magazine.

2. Warby Parker’s name was inspired by two characters from Jack Kerouac’s writings, Zagg Parker and Warby Pepper.

3. Blumenthal’s work with VisionSpring has helped provide eyewear to people in over 35 countries.

4. Blumenthal has been featured on numerous media platforms, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.

5. He is an advocate for corporate social responsibility and often speaks about the importance of businesses giving back to their communities.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Neil Blumenthal

1. “A good business model is one that not only creates value for customers but also addresses significant social issues.”

2. “I believe that businesses can be a force for good and that success should be measured by the positive impact we have on the world.”

3. “Innovation comes from challenging the status quo and finding better ways to do things.”

4. “Our goal is to prove that businesses can scale and be profitable while having a positive impact on society.”

5. “The key to entrepreneurship is persistence and the willingness to learn from failure.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

As of recent estimates, Neil Blumenthal’s highest net worth achieved is approximately $250 million.

Children

Neil Blumenthal is married to Rachel Blumenthal, the founder of Rockets of Awesome, a children’s clothing company. Together, they have two children, a son named Griffin and a daughter named Gemma.