Meet the Christopher Optical Family
Kayla Butler
Kayla Butler is the manager of Christopher Optical’s Cool Springs location. A licensed optician with over 12 years of experience in the optical industry, Kayla brings extensive knowledge and a passion for eyewear to her role. She has been leading the Cool Springs location for just over a year, ensuring that clients receive exceptional service and access to the finest eyewear collections.
Shirley Humphreys
Shirley joined Christopher Optical as the manager of the Columbia location in June 2024, bringing with her 29 years of experience in the optical industry. Her extensive knowledge and dedication ensure every customer receives personalized care. Outside of work, Shirley is a devoted mother of two and enjoys spending quality time with her family.
Hope McWhorter
Hope McWhorter is the owner and operator of Christopher Optical, a business she co-founded with her late husband, Chris McWhorter, in 1989. As the head of the Christopher Optical family, Hope continues to guide the company with the same dedication and vision that has made it a trusted name in luxury eyewear for over three decades. Her leadership ensures that the legacy of exceptional service and personalized care remains at the heart of everything Christopher Optical offers.
Destin McWhorter
Destin McWhorter has been the dedicated manager of Christopher Optical’s Physician’s Plaza location for nearly seven years. As the brother of founder Christopher Kent McWhorter, Destin continues the family’s tradition of exceptional service and luxury eyewear. In addition to his expertise in the optical field, Destin is also an accomplished guitarist, bringing creativity and passion to both his professional and personal life. His commitment to personalized care makes Christopher Optical at Physician’s Plaza a trusted name in the Franklin community.
Our Story
Founded in 1989 by Christopher K. McWhorter and his wife, Hope McWhorter, Christopher Optical began as a modest optical practice. The McWhorter family’s journey into the optical industry began even earlier, when Christopher K. McWhorter learned the trade from his father, the original owner of Southern Optical in Nashville. With a deep understanding of craftsmanship and a dedication to providing the highest level of customer care, Christopher K. McWhorter established Christopher Optical with the same commitment to quality that his father had instilled in him.
For over three decades, Christopher Optical became known not only for its high-quality eyewear but also for its personalized approach to service. Under Christopher K. McWhorter’s leadership, the practice thrived, building a strong reputation in Williamson and Maury counties for its dedication to custom eyewear and customer satisfaction.
In time, Christopher and Hope’s son, Christopher "Joel" McWhorter, took on leadership of the family business, carrying forward his father’s vision and dedication. Under Joel’s stewardship, Christopher Optical continued to grow and solidify its reputation as a leader in custom eyewear and exceptional customer service. His contributions further strengthened the company’s foundation.
Today, the business is owned and operated by Hope McWhorter, who has guided Christopher Optical with unwavering commitment through these transitions. Under her leadership, the practice has expanded to three thriving locations, continuing to serve Williamson and Maury counties with the same dedication to quality and care that has defined the business for over 35 years.
Christopher Optical stands as a testament to the McWhorter family’s enduring legacy—a legacy built on craftsmanship, community, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in eyewear.
Our mission
Empowering vision with exceptional eyewear style and personalized service.
Our values
Customer Focus
Quality
Community