Warby Parker has been a revolutionary force in the eyewear market since its launch in February 2010. By selling their own designs almost exclusively online, the company is able to price its hip eyeglasses at $95 per pair. Co-founder and co-CEO Neil Blumenthal spoke about the company’s vision for growth and the potential for a future IPO.
As a continent with big distances between its city centers, Australia might not seem an obvious leader in online retailing given the costs of delivery. But the country boasts one of the highest levels of online sales penetration among developed nations, with much of the growth driven by offshore retailers. The FT reports.