LocationFlorida

BackgroundOptometrist

EducationBrevard Community College (now Eastern Florida State College)

Notable personal detailsHerbert A. Wertheim (known as Herbie Wertheim) is an American optometrist, inventor, businessman, and philanthropist who filed as a Republican candidate for U.S. House in Florida’s 22nd district in the 2026 cycle. He is the founder and president of Brain Power Incorporated and has led the Dr. Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Family Foundation. Wertheim has been a major donor to higher-education and biomedical/health initiatives, including at Florida International University and the University of Florida.