Hilco Vision

Hilco Vision is a global eyewear and eye care company that provides comprehensive solutions to customers across multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Australia, China, and the Netherlands. The company specializes in supplying eyewear replacement parts, such as nose pads and screws, as well as optical-related consumer products like lens cleaning and care items. Additionally, Hilco Vision offers a variety of eyewear options, including sun clips, sports goggles, and safety glasses. Through its innovative products and programs, the company aims to enhance customer experiences and support business growth in the eyewear sector.

Ross Brownlee

CEO

Paul Janell

CFO

11 past transactions

Simovision

Acquisition in 2021
Simovision is a distributor of ophthalmic products, with dedicated divisions providing consumables and equipment for refractive, cataract, and retina surgery and dry eye patients throughout Belgium and the Netherlands.

Bruder Healthcare

Acquisition in 2021
Bruder Healthcare Company, Inc. specializes in the manufacture and marketing of thermal pain management products for both medical professionals and consumers. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company offers a diverse range of therapeutic and analgesic items designed to manage chronic and acute pain naturally. Its product lineup includes microwave-activated moist heat wraps, solid-state heating pads, topical pain relief products, and ophthalmic surgical instruments. Bruder Healthcare's offerings are effective for treating various conditions, such as post-operative pain, muscle sprains, arthritis, and fibromyalgia. These products are utilized in clinics, institutions, and homes worldwide, reflecting the company's commitment to providing safe and effective pain management solutions.

M&S Technologies

Acquisition in 2021
M&S Technologies is committed to bringing high-quality, highly accurate computerized vision testing products to eye care professionals everywhere through innovative software development, local manufacturing, and stellar customer service.

I Need You

Acquisition in 2020
I Need You is in the European ophthalmic specialist trade and distributes products to a global customer base in 65 countries and more than 30,000 stores.

Suppleyes

Acquisition in 2020
Suppleyes is a distributor and supplier based in Madison, Mississippi, specializing in a wide range of eye care accessory products. With over 20 years of experience, the company addresses the pharmaceutical, medical, and optical needs of its customers. Its offerings include examination equipment, instrument supplies, diagnostic aids, pharmaceuticals, dispensing equipment supplies, eyeglass frame accessories, cases, lens products, and contact lens solutions. Additionally, Suppleyes provides educational product aids and filing accessories, ensuring comprehensive support for eye care professionals.

LBI Eyewear

Acquisition in 2017
LBI Eyewear - Cases & Accessories Division is a distributor of frames, cases and accessories.

Croakies

Acquisition in 2017
Croakies, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of eyewear retainers and a range of outdoor lifestyle accessories. Founded in 1977 and based in Bozeman, Montana, the company is recognized as the original creator of eyewear retainers. Its product offerings include a variety of retainers designed for different demographics, such as belts, sport retainers, floating retainers, and kids' retainers, along with additional items like optical care accessories, lanyards, and custom silk screening products for various organizations. Croakies' products are distributed through retailers both in the United States and internationally. The company operates as a subsidiary of The Hilsinger Company Inc.

Proteye

Acquisition in 2016
Proteye is a designer, manufacturer and distributor of RX industrial safety eyewear, sports frames and swimming goggles.

Optiplus

Acquisition in 2016
Optiplus is a distributor based in the Netherlands specializing in eyewear accessories and eye-care products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including reading glasses, sunglasses, earplugs, nose-pads, and glasses designed for children. Additionally, Optiplus provides professional tools and lens-care products, such as lens-care sprays, to cater to the needs of both consumers and professionals in the eyewear industry.

Breitfeld & Schliekert

Acquisition in 2015
Breitfeld & Schliekert specializes in the optics industry, with a focus on manufacturing high-quality finished eyewear, including reading glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear. Established in 1927 in Rathenow, the company has over 80 years of expertise, continuously evolving its knowledge and craftsmanship. Based in Karben, it offers a wide range of products, including optical instruments, machines, and accessories, all designed for everyday use and known for their functional quality. In addition to its eyewear, Breitfeld & Schliekert also distributes optical and optometric tools, equipment, and supplies, serving optometry chains and specialist stores. The company’s commitment to innovation and improvement reflects its dedication to the optical field and its customers.

Lexxoo

Acquisition in 2015
Lexxoo is a prominent supplier of sunglasses, reading glasses, contact lenses, and related eyewear products based in Nuremberg, Germany. The company serves a diverse range of large retailers, including convenience and drug stores, throughout the country. Lexxoo offers a stylish selection of eyewear that combines excellent quality with competitive pricing, positioning itself as a one-stop shop for retailers. The company emphasizes certified quality control, having achieved the highest standards in this area. Committed to customer satisfaction, Lexxoo focuses on optimizing turnover for its clients while ensuring that consumers have access to fashionable and functional eyewear options.
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