At the heart of Vernon Gantry, a brand known for its high-quality, design-focused, and fairly priced eyewear, are two passionate and innovative optometrists: Dr. Pauline Leong and Dr. Scott Tisdale. With a combined 35 years of experience in the field, these New York-based eye care professionals founded Vernon Gantry to redefine how eyewear is designed, produced, and delivered to customers—exclusively through local opticals.
Dr. Pauline Leong: A Heart for Community and Service
Hailing from Forest Hills, Queens, Dr. Pauline Leong has been a practicing optometrist for 19 years. Her commitment to her patients goes beyond providing exceptional eye care; she also focuses on strengthening her community through philanthropy and active involvement in her church.
When Dr. Leong isn’t busy with her practice or the day-to-day operations of Vernon Gantry, she enjoys escaping to her country house in Lancaster, PA, where she finds peace and inspiration. Her dedication to giving back has shaped Vernon Gantry’s mission, ensuring that the brand supports not just eye care professionals but also the communities they serve.
Dr. Scott Tisdale: Creativity Meets Entrepreneurship
From Syosset, NY, Dr. Scott Tisdale has spent the last 16 years as a practicing optometrist, helping patients improve their vision while envisioning ways to elevate the eyewear industry. In addition, he is a lifelong artist with an eye for design that he’s used to design every Vernon Gantry frame. For Dr. Tisdale, CEO of Vernon Gantry, the most rewarding part of creating Vernon Gantry has been combining his creativity with entrepreneurship. He shares, “Being able to express myself creatively and provide a solution that not only helps our own optical business but other small business owners around the world,” has been a dream realized.
Dr. Tisdale resides in New York City, where he raises his family with his partner, Yosa, and their adorable baby daughter. The family is also proud to be the caretakers of Noodles the Pooch, a world-famous dog influencer. Fans of Noodles can follow their adventures on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Noodles is available for business opportunities and inquiries can be directed to https://noodlesthepooch.com/.
A Strong Partnership in Vision and Business
Dr. Leong and Dr. Tisdale’s collaboration extends beyond Vernon Gantry. Since 2014, they have been business partners in their optometry practice, Long Island City Vision Associates, located at 527 50th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101. Their years of partnership have allowed them to combine their expertise and shared vision, serving patients with exceptional care while continuously innovating in the industry.
The Future of Vernon Gantry
Dr. Leong and Dr. Tisdale continue to lead Vernon Gantry with the same passion that sparked its creation. By combining decades of optometry expertise with a focus on design, community, and innovation, they’re proving that eyewear can be stylish, durable, and accessible—all while supporting local businesses.
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