MINNEAPOLIS, June 1, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Navarre Corporation (Nasdaq:NAVR) today announced that its logistics services division is providing supply chain management and order fulfillment services to Warby Parker Eyewear. Warby Parker offers vintage-inspired, boutique-quality prescription eyeglasses through their website for $95. At www.warbyparker.com, customers can select five pairs of glasses to try on at home or virtually try on glasses by uploading a photo -- all for free. Services provided by Navarre will allow for the efficient operation of Warby Parker's unique home try-on program.
Cary L. Deacon, Navarre's Chief Executive Officer, said, "Warby Parker has created a great deal of excitement through its one-of-a-kind combination of impressive design and value driven pricing, and we are thrilled to be providing the uncompromising logistics services that are required to efficiently support its direct to consumer business model. Our involvement with Warby Parker exemplifies Navarre's focused strategy of leveraging our logistics expertise, systems and physical assets to bring significant value to our business partners."
"Navarre sought out a relationship with Warby Parker, found areas in our business model where it could bring value, and has executed every step of the way," stated Dave Gilboa, Warby Parker's co-founder. "We couldn't be happier to have found a business partner that is so dedicated to our success."
About Navarre Corporation
Navarre® Corporation (Nasdaq:NAVR), through its Navarre Logistics Services, Inc. subsidiary, provides agile supply chain management, shipping, returns processing and third-party logistics (3PL) services, all powered by a best-in-class systems infrastructure. With a more than 25-year track record of connecting strong brands with smart logistics and unmatched service, the company helps its customers to pick, pack, ship and sell more profitably. Navarre was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Additional information can be found at www.navarre.com.
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About Warby Parker
Warby Parker designs and sells vintage-inspired, boutique-quality frames and prescription lenses for a fraction of the price of comparable quality glasses. And for every pair sold, one pair is donated to someone in need. Available exclusively at www.warbyparker.com.