2021 NAHA Finalists: Inspiring Salon of the Year

The best salons build a feeling of winning together when times are good—and sticking together when times are tough.
The best salons build a feeling of winning together when times are good—and sticking together when times are tough.
The demand for beauty products that are clean, ethically sourced and sustainable has not slowed during our current COVID-19 global crisis. If anything, the need to operate a sustainable business translates into being a more resilient business.
"Good stylists want to work at relevant high-end salons….and good customers flock to where the good talent is." Here's how this salon is staying relevant and showing area salons how to do the same.
"Those special co-workers who ride the ups and downs of career and life with us are priceless."
The national children’s hair salon franchise, with 64 locations in 22 states, has announced plans to continue to expand its national footprint.
Look for layered mullet shags, bowl-cut Caesar bangs, replicated perm sets and chunky paneled highlights in this colorful collection.
“Every day we listen to what our clients want, whereas with the photo shoots, we're able to unleash our creativity no holds barred.”
"If men take responsibility for their own healing that will heal the whole family."
By opening their hearts and minds, owners are creating cultures that embrace diversity. They're creating safe spaces that welcome transgender clients, building private rooms that protect a religious client's need for modesty, and hiring team members that can speak the languages reflected in their clientele. In turn, they're discovering their judgement-free attitude is a solid business strategy.
"I have a sneaky suspicion your attitude to keep going while juggling a career and a home might be the most valuable lesson. By showing your kids that life challenges will happen and can be faced, you provide lifelong encouragement to overcome their own." Hear from some inspiring single mom hairdressers.