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Vision That Speaks Volumes: How Vontélle Is Redefining Eyewear with Confidence, Culture, and Clarity

An interview with founders Tracy Green and Nancey Harris

When Tracy Green and Nancey Harris repeatedly found themselves frustrated by lost or ill-fitting glasses, they didn’t just solve a personal problem—they sparked a revolution. As co-founders of Vontélle, the first Black women-owned eyewear company to land national partnerships with Nickelodeon and National Vision Inc., the duo is not only transforming an industry but reclaiming space that has long excluded diverse facial features, cultural influences, and personal stories.

In this candid conversation, they reflect on building a brand after 50, prioritizing mental wellness as entrepreneurs, and staying rooted in heritage without compromising vision.