Andis has reimagined their Master Barber School online education website.

Now live, the website has been redesigned to resonate with today’s men’s grooming professionals. With new and improved features to better service educational content, users will be able to access webinars and how-to videos from their favourite Andis Educators, including Kenny Duncan, Whitney Vermeer and John Delgado, to name a few.

Talking about the new website, Andis Educator Danny Amorim said: “The Andis Master Barber School is an amazing tool that can keep new and seasoned barbers up to date with all the new clippers, techniques and inspiration. With the hair industry at an all-time rise, it is important to keep up with continued education and this tool puts it in the palm of your hand.”

“What’s most exciting about the website is the diversity and versatility you will see on a variety of haircuts,” adds Sean Casey. “Users will learn everything from time efficiency to in-depth detail on a wide range of haircuts.”

To find out more, visit the website here: https://master-barberschool.com

Ruffians has beaten stiff competition to be named Best British Barbershop for the second year in a row.

The team were presented the award, run by Wahl Professional, on Sunday 6th October 2019 at Salon International.

Despite being up against some of the biggest names in the industry, Ruffians managed to take home the trophy.

“To win once felt good, to win again the very next year feels absolutely amazing! Our shop teams work so hard and this is a great reward for their tireless efforts,” says Andrew Cannon, co-founder and MD at Ruffians. “Would I be pushing my luck if I said I wanted to make it a hat-trick next year?!”

After whittling down over 800 applicants, just under 30 brand new #AndisNation Ambassadors have been chosen after a worldwide social media search to find the best of the best.

Those selected will receive high-quality Andis tools including exclusive product launches to review and share on social media. The ambassadors will also be among the first to know about company-wide initiatives as well as test new innovations and products before they hit the shelves.

Throughout the program, the new ambassadors will have the opportunity to assist Andis company educators at local classes, trade shows and other events, giving them unparalleled experiences as well as personal access to the leaders in mens grooming.

The full list includes Joshua Alvarez, Tavion Maultsby, Kristel Nazareno, Fredo Olan, Victor Quispe, Edgardo Rivera, Tre Trimz, Wilfredo Bultron, John Clausell, Trevor Moots, Brannon Hunt, Joshue Aguilera, Troy Hug, Jeisel Concepcion, Stephan Hyppolite, Justin Albrecht, Josue Romero, David Brown, Jaii (Jasmine) Harris, Kenny Harris, Eduardo Gallegos, Victor Esparza, Vanessa Rene, Daraile Cunningham, Angel Coll, Bryant Gutierrez, Jorge Saldana, Julien Howard and Dale Williams.

For more information, visit https://andis.com

Andis Company has announced an exciting new product launch, taking the Iconic Master Clipper – a prized, best-selling tool among barbers – cordless. The Master Cordless Li gives barbers and stylists the same renowned high-speed cutting performance and precision as the original Master Clipper, but now with more power and the added flexibility of a cordless design. 

“This clipper may look like the classic Master, but inside lies state-of-the-art engineering and technology that makes this the most powerful, high speed cordless clipper Andis has ever built,” says Andis Co-President, Matt K. Andis. “In addition, our constant motor speed technology ensures it won’t drag or stall – even when cutting the thickest hair.” 

As with all Andis tools, the name of the game is power and precision, and the Master Cordless is no different. The powerful lithium-ion battery provides 90 minutes of runtime and weighs nearly 30% less than the corded version.  

Ideal for tapering and fading, the Master Li blade adjusts from size 000–1 with the flick of a lever. Barbers can also rest assured that their workstations will remain uncluttered and organized, as all clippers come with a premium charging stand. 

Like the rest of their collection, the Master has the same level of quality woven into its entire design, from the precision adjustable carbon-steel blade that stays sharp longer to unbreakable aluminium housing that protects the mechanics of the clipper. 

For more information on the Master Cordless Li, visit www.andis.com 

Denver-based Scalp Artist International has been selected for the 2019 Denver Awards in the category of Hair Replacement Service.

Each year, the Denver Award Progam identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and the Denver community.

“It’s been a long six years in the SMP game. Recognition like this is truly humbling,” says president Eddie Lopez. “I know the giants in this category and am absolutely speechless. This is a win for all of us, everyone who has had my back and helped me through this journey, it wouldn’t be possible without all of you.”

The oldest barber in the world, Anthony Mancinelli of New York, died on September 19 at 108 years old from jaw cancer complications, after 96 years of cutting hair. The upstate resident never retired, and found passion in his work.

Mancinelli, who made it into the Guinness Book of World Records in 2018 for being the oldest practicing barber, immigrated to the United States at 8 years old. He soon began sweeping floors at a barber shop, then cutting hair at 12 to help support his family. He attended grade school in Newburgh, but never graduated.

There was no one part of cutting hair he’d call his favorite, his son said, but he “just loved his job. Everybody loved him. He’s known worldwide.”

When Mancinelli began cutting hair in 1923, he charged 25 cents for his services. Leading up to his death, he worked at Fantastic Cuts in New Windsor, where he charged $19 for a haircut.

Aside from his Guinness World record, Mancinelli was inducted into the Barber Museum Hall of Fame in Ohio one week before his death.

The limited-edition release of the vintage-inspired clipper is finally here with the Metal Edition Cordless Magic Clip. Barbers and stylists can cut in style and power as the metal casing transforms this clipper into a must-have with a lengthy battery life of 90 minutes. 

While the look of the Metal Edition Cordless Magic Clip is all vintage, the technology is anything but. Using advanced “crunch blade” technology thanks to its staggered-tooth blade, rotary motor, and linear-cutting system the clipper’s blades can move parallel to one another. This helps barbers cut faster and creates smoother blends, allowing them to remove hair in bulk and create texture, especially when fading. 

Wahl Education and Artistic Team member Kevin Nguyen (@yakuzabarber) sees the release of this new tool as a continuation of the company’s entrepreneurial spirit. “Wahl’s audience will always grow because our products have continued to fulfill the needs of barbers and stylists for generations. There is a reason why Wahl has been in business for 100 years and counting. Innovation is what the company is all about.”

Wahl Professional is releasing the Metal Edition Cordless Magic Clip for a limited time only. The clipper retails at $179 and can be found at wahlpro.com. Wahl’s Senior Marketing Associate Aaron Flick believes this special release will be big for the company. “The vintage look in barbering is very popular right now. It transports barbers back in time, and that was our goal with this limited time only release. As a collective, we wanted to continue our celebration of Wahl’s 100 years of being a top clipper manufacturer.”

After a successful 2019, Panasonic are ending the year on a high, adding a number of high profile names to the Panasonic Professional grooming team

“Thanks to the fantastic feedback we received from the barbering community last year, we decided that 2019 was absolutely the right time to look at expanding the Panasonic Professional Grooming team,” explains National Account Manager, Darrel Feasey. “We are delighted with the incredible talent and enthusiasm that all of our ambassadors bring to the table and look forward to growing alongside them in the near future.

The team certainly have reason to be excited, with Sam Wall, Hannah McKnight, Maisie Speed, Kieran Evans and Dale Hince all joining the team. BarberEVO caught up with the barbers to get their thoughts on this thrilling new partnership…

SAM WALL

“I am absolutely delighted to join the Panasonic team and can’t wait to fulfil my role as an ambassador. Joining forces with such a prestigious brand is something I value dearly and believe together we can achieve extraordinary things.”

HANNAH MCKNIGHT

“I’m completely overwhelmed to be asked to work for such a huge brand as Panasonic. It’s a dream come true! I’m excited to see what we can do together as a team. My goals for the next 12 months are to keep pushing the Panasonic brand forward as well as working and building my own business and taking them to the next level.”

MAISIE SPEED

“I feel very excited to work with and represent a global brand as big as Panasonic, who are pioneering a new age of barber equipment technology. It’s my intention this year to provide and inspire as much realistic, practical information and learn as much as I can alongside a great team of influencers.”

KIERAN EVANS

“I am super excited and grateful that I am embarking on a new adventure with the Panasonic team and thrilled with the potential for progression with this ambassador role. Working alongside the brand, I look forward to what the future holds. This year I’m focused on upping the anti with the imagery I create, to portray the best quality to represent myself and the brands that I work with. Every image tells a story, bring on the next chapter!”

DALE HINCE

“I genuinely feel honoured to be a part of this amazing brand and am excited to work with such an enthusiastic, talented team.”

Cult Kiwi skincare and grooming brand Triumph & Disaster recently opened their brand new flagship store on Auckland’s Ponsonby Road. The team developed the retail space as a grooming lounge for everyone to drop by, chat and get the full sensory Triumph & Disaster experience.

“We felt the timing was right,” says founder Dion Nash. “Our range has expanded now to over 30 SKU’s, which gives us enough to fill a store and have interest. But equally, it was an opportunity for us to show the brand off in an environment purpose fit for T&D. This allows us a marketing opportunity and a flagship to point to for our other retail partners.”

The shop is open Monday to Saturday, from 10.30am to 5.00pm.

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