Wahl Clipper Corporation, Chicago social service organization UCAN, and local business His & Hers Barber School are pleased to announce the graduation of the first Wahl Fade it Forward®  scholarship recipients on Tuesday, December 3, at 10 a.m. at His & Hers Barber School, 5355 West Madison in Chicago. 

Matty Conrad announced a new $5,000 #schedulicitycares grant winner, Jovan Figueroa, LIVE on his story in October.

Jovan, who owns a private creative studio, Man of Culture, hosts some of the best stylists and barbers in Miami.

“Being one of the first in Miami to adopt Schedulicity in my business back in early 2011, it has propelled my business to a whole other level. I utilize all tools and functions this platform has to offer,” says Jovan. “From scheduling to marketing, classes workshops, all the way down to Schedulicity Pay, I use it all! They save you money, time and let’s not forget your database does not go away no matter what!

“I’m a firm believer that in order to fill someone else’s cup with blessings you must also be filling your cup at the same time. Expansion of my business will allow me to do just that. I aim to bring aboard talented barber/stylist to MOC and help them grow all while expanding our reach in the city. Creating opportunities for the under served by giving back.

“The ultimate goal is to give scholarships to children who aspire to be a stylist or barber, provide more humanitarian efforts for our local community and yearly contribution to charities in need.”

Now that he has won the #schedulicitycares grant for October, he is excited to make changes and bring his latest business ideals and goals to life.

Want to be in with a chance of winning the #schedulicitycares grant? Visit https://essentials.schedulicity.com/schedulicity-cares/ to find out more.

Scalp micropigmentation experts Scalp Artist International are ending the year on a high, with the opening of a brand new location in Beverly Hills. Founder Eddie Lopez is originally from Los Angeles, so for him, the new expansion is also somewhat of a homecoming.

Eddie said: “It’s a pretty big deal for me but it was quite unexpected. It wasn’t necessarily a goal that I set, it just kind of happened naturally. I guess when something is meant to be, it just works out.”

At the new location, Scalp Artist International will bring their industry-leading expertise to the heart of Beverly Hills, where aesthetics play an undeniable role.

“It’s the golden triangle, the shopping mecca of the world – style is everything in Beverly Hills, from haircuts to permanent make up so it feels like it’s exactly where we are meant to be. I just feel blessed to be where I am,” says senior SMP technician and 
trainer Jeff Cruz.

BarberEVO co-owner David Foster commented, “This latest move by Eddie and Jeff really cements their position as world leading practitioners in their field. Beverly Hills feels like a natural fit for Scalp Artist International, and we are all super excited to help continue to promote the fantastic work these gentlemen carry out on a daily basis, changing clients lives for the better! Stay tuned for some exciting collaborations in 2020!”

Jeff and Eddie will be alternating their weeks at the new location, ensuring that everyone who walks through the doors gets the best treatment possible. This will also help ensure continuity for the many existing clients in Denver and throughout the United States. 

Being the ambitious and driven team that they are, they are already knocking on the doors of the Los Angeles elite, with hopes that it won’t be long until they are welcoming a few famous faces into the practice. 

You can find the new clinic at 9455 N Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, and more details about Scalp Artist International by visiting www.scalpartist.com or by calling 720 477 8171

An all-new edition of the acclaimed unscripted series THE SHOP: UNINTERRUPTED from HBO Sports and UNINTERRUPTED returns FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO.

This episode features LeBron James, Maverick Carter, California Governor Gavin Newsom, American rapper and business entrepreneur Diddy, Klutch Sports founder Rich Paul, San Antonio Spurs guard DeMar DeRozan, record producer Rick Rubin, actor and comedian Bill Hader, stand-up comedian Jerrod Carmichael and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

Joining the segment with Gov. Newsom will be WNBA star guard for the Phoenix Mercury Diana Taurasi, retired professional basketball player and former UCLA star Ed O’Bannon and UCLA All-American and national gymnastics champion Katelyn Ohashi.

The show will be available on HBO NOW, HBO GO, HBO On Demand and partners’ streaming platforms.

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

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

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.”

BarberEVO Magazine North America #10 is out now! Here’s what’s inside!

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.”