Walman Optical

Walman is a family of optical companies with a century-long history rooted in strong relationships and trust. As an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), the company emphasizes the commitment of its employee owners to long-term growth and sustainable practices, fostering lasting partnerships with clients. Walman operates a network of 35 facilities across the United States, providing essential services such as prescription lens surfacing and finishing, as well as distributing ophthalmic instruments, frames, and other vision care products. The company aims to enhance the lives of customers, employees, and communities by enabling eye care professionals to deliver improved patient care. With a focus on flexibility and customer satisfaction, Walman is dedicated to quickly resolving any issues that arise, ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship with its clients.

Martin Bassett

Chief Executive and Officer, President

2 past transactions

Eye Care Alliance

Acquisition in 2016
Eye Care Alliance, founded by Bob Padula, is a distributor of preowned ophthalmic diagnostic instruments based in Apex, North Carolina. Initially established as the exclusive authorized reseller for Carl Zeiss Meditec's diagnostic equipment, the company has evolved into a reputable source for high-quality preowned devices, including Humphrey and Zeiss equipment. Eye Care Alliance specializes in refurbishing, repairing, and providing services for various optical technology instruments, such as electronic refraction devices, optical coherence tomography (OCT), topography, perimetry, biometry, and fundus cameras. The company has garnered a strong reputation through word-of-mouth referrals from eye care professionals and vendors across the United States, becoming a trusted alternative for those seeking reliable and affordable diagnostic solutions.

Nouveau Eyewear

Acquisition in 2015
Nouveau Eyewear is a provider of quality frames to eyewear retailers, optical laboratories and independent opticians. Nouveau Eyewear is dedicated to offering designs for all lifestyles with innovative features, materials and the highest standard of quality.
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