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Aug 18, 2017 · John Jerit may be one of the very few people in America you could describe as “eclipse rich.” Jerit’s business, American Paper Optics—one of the major American manufacturers of NASA ...
Jul 24, 2017 · John Jerit grew up around spectacle. His father designed theaters: everything from high-school auditoriums to performance arts centers. As a kid in Memphis, Jerit often saw shows in spaces...
Sep 11, 2019 · John Jerit has been collecting american folk art and outsider art since 2001, with much of it exhibited in his home and office in Tennessee. He makes up part seven of my meet the collector series. Alongside collecting some incredible art he also runs a company making 3D glasses!
Apr 5, 2024 · Orders for eye protection for this eclipse started coming in as early as two years ago, says company founder John Jerit. JOHN JERIT: We've shipped already about 70 million glasses, and I...
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Mar 10, 2017 · Less than two years ago, John Jerit, owner of American Paper Optics, the largest manufacturer of 3D and safe solar eclipse glasses, wasn't sure he'd live to see 2017. A cancer diagnosis not...
Since the company originated, APO has become the world’s largest manufacturer of paper 3D eyewear. During this time, owner and 3D aficionado, John Jerit, transformed a “silly” paper novelty business into a 3D eyeglass empire with products distributed worldwide.
Apr 5, 2024 · John Jerit, the company's president and founder, stands in front of a selection of custom ordered glasses, the company produced. Millions are expected to watch the total solar eclipse on Monday, and they will all need specialty glasses to protect their eyes.
