Vision Source
We operate optometrist and retail optical eye care centers that provide eye exams, vision care, and prescription and non-prescription eyewear. Our business serves patients and customers who want professional eye care along with frames, lenses, and related optical products and services. We support these centers through shared best practices, vendor pricing discounts, and marketing programs that help drive sales of eyewear and related services. Each location is independently owned and operated, but it follows our system and uses our brand standards to present itself as part of the Vision Source network.
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Health & Wellness
Brand highlights
- CEOJames Gilchrist
- Headquarters23824 Highway 59 North, Kingwood, TX, 77339
- Year founded2003
- Year started franchising1996
- IndustryHealth & Wellness
- Locations open3143 (-186 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$85,000 - $333,300
- Franchise fee$0
- RoyaltyUp to 2.50% of Gross Receipts, subject to Royalty Cap and special programs as described in Footnote 1
- Brand fund
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-03-01
| Category | Detail | View |
|---|---|---|
| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Vision Source, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the Vision Source franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a Vision Source franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Vision Source franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by Vision Source. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Vision Source provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 3143 |
| Franchise locations | 3143 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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