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Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Great Clips, Inc. Names Rob Goggins President and Chief Executive Officer
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Great Clips, the world's largest salon brand, today announced the promotion of Rob Goggins to President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Steve Hockett, who will retire at the end of 2025. 'We are excited to welcome Rob Goggins as the next CEO of Great Clips, Inc. to guide our future success and continue to grow our position as the world's leading salon brand,' said Rhoda Olsen, Vice Chair of the Board for Great Clips, Inc. 'We are confident that Rob's long-standing franchisee experience and his understanding of the Great Clips brand will allow him to uniquely execute strategic, growth-driving initiatives to continue accelerating salon-level results for our 600+ franchisees across the United States and Canada.' Over the last seven years as President of Great Clips, Inc., Rob has overseen expansion, talent, learning and development, business intelligence and technology, operations, legal, finance, and marketing and communications. During that time, Rob has led a series of initiatives focused on integrating innovative technologies and enhancing operations to support franchisees, stylists and the customer experience. Recent initiatives include the launch of ReadyNext® text alerts, updates to the Great Clips mobile app that has surpassed 25 million downloads, virtual training options for stylists and the introduction of a remodeled design for salons across the U.S. and Canada. Prior to serving as President, Rob held a variety of leadership positions at Great Clips, Inc. including Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Development, and Vice President of Development. 'I would also like to thank and recognize Steve Hockett for his tremendous contributions not only as CEO but for his more than 35 years working across various aspects of our business to deliver strong results for our brand and franchisees,' continued Olsen. 'Under Steve's leadership, Great Clips generated 61 consecutive quarters of salon sales growth, helped our franchisees manage through and ultimately thrive following a global pandemic as well as extend our brand into culturally relevant partnerships such as the National Hockey League, College Football Playoff, and March Madness to connect with millions of consumers.' Hockett began his Great Clips career as a franchisee in 1988 before being hired by Great Clips, Inc. in 1992 as a Marketing Manager and later serving as Regional Director and Vice President of Operations. After serving as president of FranChoice, Inc. and then Rapid Refill Corp., he rejoined Great Clips, Inc. in 2008 as Vice President of Operations and was named Chief Executive Officer in 2018. Additionally, Kerry Bundy will be promoted from Vice President of Legal, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary to Chief Legal Officer, reporting to Goggins. In addition to continuing to lead the legal, franchise administration, and compliance functions, Kerry will take on an expanded role in franchise industry government relations. Kerry previously worked for more than 20 years at the Faegre Drinker law firm, including serving on their management board. About Great Clips, Inc. Great Clips, Inc. was established in 1982 in Minneapolis. Today, Great Clips has over 4,400 salons throughout the United States and Canada, making it the world's largest salon brand. Great Clips is 100 percent franchised, and salons are owned locally by more than 600 franchisees across the U.S. and Canada. Great Clips franchisees employ more than 30,000 stylists. Great Clips franchised salons provide value-priced, high-quality haircare for men, women and children. Getting a great haircut at a Great Clips salon is more convenient than ever with Online Check-In, ReadyNext® text alerts and Clip Notes ®. To check in online, visit or download the free app. For more information about Great Clips, Inc. or to find a location near you, visit
National Post
3 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Great Clips, Inc. Names Rob Goggins President and Chief Executive Officer
Steve Hockett Retires Following 37-Year Career at Great Clips, Inc. That Began as Franchisee; Kerry Bundy Promoted to Chief Legal Officer Article content MINNEAPOLIS — Great Clips, the world's largest salon brand, today announced the promotion of Rob Goggins to President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Steve Hockett, who will retire at the end of 2025. Article content Article content 'We are excited to welcome Rob Goggins as the next CEO of Great Clips, Inc. to guide our future success and continue to grow our position as the world's leading salon brand,' said Rhoda Olsen, Vice Chair of the Board for Great Clips, Inc. 'We are confident that Rob's long-standing franchisee experience and his understanding of the Great Clips brand will allow him to uniquely execute strategic, growth-driving initiatives to continue accelerating salon-level results for our 600+ franchisees across the United States and Canada.' Article content Over the last seven years as President of Great Clips, Inc., Rob has overseen expansion, talent, learning and development, business intelligence and technology, operations, legal, finance, and marketing and communications. During that time, Rob has led a series of initiatives focused on integrating innovative technologies and enhancing operations to support franchisees, stylists and the customer experience. Recent initiatives include the launch of ReadyNext® text alerts, updates to the Great Clips mobile app that has surpassed 25 million downloads, virtual training options for stylists and the introduction of a remodeled design for salons across the U.S. and Canada. Prior to serving as President, Rob held a variety of leadership positions at Great Clips, Inc. including Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Development, and Vice President of Development. Article content 'I would also like to thank and recognize Steve Hockett for his tremendous contributions not only as CEO but for his more than 35 years working across various aspects of our business to deliver strong results for our brand and franchisees,' continued Olsen. 'Under Steve's leadership, Great Clips generated 61 consecutive quarters of salon sales growth, helped our franchisees manage through and ultimately thrive following a global pandemic as well as extend our brand into culturally relevant partnerships such as the National Hockey League, College Football Playoff, and March Madness to connect with millions of consumers.' Article content Hockett began his Great Clips career as a franchisee in 1988 before being hired by Great Clips, Inc. in 1992 as a Marketing Manager and later serving as Regional Director and Vice President of Operations. After serving as president of FranChoice, Inc. and then Rapid Refill Corp., he rejoined Great Clips, Inc. in 2008 as Vice President of Operations and was named Chief Executive Officer in 2018. Article content Article content Additionally, Kerry Bundy will be promoted from Vice President of Legal, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary to Chief Legal Officer, reporting to Goggins. In addition to continuing to lead the legal, franchise administration, and compliance functions, Kerry will take on an expanded role in franchise industry government relations. Kerry previously worked for more than 20 years at the Faegre Drinker law firm, including serving on their management board. Article content About Great Clips, Inc. Article content Great Clips, Inc. was established in 1982 in Minneapolis. Today, Great Clips has over 4,400 salons throughout the United States and Canada, making it the world's largest salon brand. Great Clips is 100 percent franchised, and salons are owned locally by more than 600 franchisees across the U.S. and Canada. Great Clips franchisees employ more than 30,000 stylists. Great Clips franchised salons provide value-priced, high-quality haircare for men, women and children. Getting a great haircut at a Great Clips salon is more convenient than ever with Article content , Article content ReadyNext® text alerts Article content and Article content Clip Notes Article content ®. To check in online, visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact: Article content Article content Great Clips, Inc. Article content Article content Heather Leiferman Article content Article content
National Post
15-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
Great Clips® Creates Honorary Chief Back-to-School Officer Position for One Lucky Kid Ahead of New School Year
Article content Sorry, your browser doesn't support embedded videos. Article content New Campaign Features TikTok Stars 'Big Boom' A.J. & 'Big Justice' and Highlights How Great Clips Helps Parents Save Time and Money During Back-To-School Season Article content Article content MINNEAPOLIS — Great Clips, the world's largest salon brand, today launched its annual back-to-school marketing campaign to spotlight how Great Clips and the brand's mobile app can help alleviate stress for parents around one of the most hectic times of year. With parents constantly drowning in back-to-school to-dos, Great Clips is banding together with kids who bring calm, clarity and smarts – reminding parents they can save time and money by visiting their local Great Clips salon. In celebration of these kids with all the answers, Great Clips is launching a search for the first-ever, honorary Chief Back-to-School Officer, where one standout student will receive $10,000 for an education fund. Article content Great Clips Chief Back-to-School Officer Article content Have a child between the ages of 5 and 14 who's wise beyond their years and has been the unsung hero of back-to-school planning and chaos? Great Clips wants their help! Parents can apply on behalf of their child for the Chief Back-to-School Officer opportunity by submitting a story at that highlights how their child brought calm, creativity or clever solutions to the chaos of back-to-school season. Great Clips will judge applications based on a demonstrated passion for helping parents in a moment of chaos, creativity in problem-solving and a love of back-to-school haircuts and Great Clips. Parents will also receive a $2 off coupon after submitting their child's application to save on back-to-school haircuts. Article content One exceptional child will receive the honorary title of Great Clips' Chief Back-to-School Officer as well as $10,000 for an education fund and free haircuts for the school year from Great Clips. For complete contest rules and information, click here. Article content 'Making the transition from summer to back-to-school is tough for parents. Fortunately, this back-to-school season we're highlighting kids that are wise beyond their years to offer advice and encouragement to busy adults,' said Lisa Hake, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Great Clips, Inc. 'We're excited to recognize one child who has come to the rescue during back-to-school season and help alleviate one of the other biggest school-related stress points – the cost of continued education.' Article content 'Big Boom' A.J., 'Big Justice' & Influencer Families Visit Great Clips for Back-to-School Haircuts Article content Great Clips enlisted TikTok stars A.J. and Big Justice Befumo to bring the BOOM and share how families can get back-to-school ready by visiting their local Great Clips. They are also showcasing ways to make the haircut experience easier and more convenient by checking in on the Great Clips app. The father-son duo recently visited a local Great Clips salon in Minneapolis and will star in Great Clips' back-to-school marketing campaign across social and digital channels. To watch, click here ('Boom or Doom') and here ('We Bring the Boom'). Article content In addition to the Befumos, Great Clips partnered with several influencer families including The McCartys, The Younes Family, Brielle Cherie, Jenelle Nicole, Joanna + Ellis and Callie Miller. Recognizing how kids have all the answers this back-to-school season, influencer parents let their kids take the reins to showcase the benefits of going to Great Clips and using Online Check-In on the Great Clips app. Article content As families across the U.S. and Canada ramp up to go back to school, Great Clips provides a technology-led experience that focuses on quality, convenience and savings. Online Check-In, is available through the Great Clips website or the app, and lets customers reserve a spot in line and view estimated wait times. With ReadyNext ® text alerts, customers are notified once their estimated wait time reaches 15 minutes, so they can head to the salon when it's time for their service. And with Clip Notes ®, Great Clips keeps a record of haircut information, so kids (and their parents) can get the same great haircut no matter what salon or stylist they visit. Article content Visit for details on the Chief Back-to-School Officer search, discover back-to-school haircut and styling inspiration and view content featuring 'Big Boom' A.J. and 'Big Justice' at Great Clips. Article content About Great Clips, Inc. Article content Great Clips, Inc. was established in 1982 in Minneapolis. Today, Great Clips has over 4,400 salons throughout the United States and Canada, making it the world's largest salon brand. Great Clips is 100 percent franchised, and salons are owned locally by nearly 700 franchisees across the U.S. and Canada. Great Clips franchisees employ more than 30,000 stylists. Great Clips franchised salons provide value-priced, high-quality haircare for men, women and children. Getting a great haircut at a Great Clips salon is more convenient than ever with Online Check-In, ReadyNext® text alerts and Clip Notes ®. To check in online, visit or download the free app. For more information about Great Clips, Inc. or to find a location near you, visit Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact: Article content Article content Great Clips, Inc. Article content Article content Brittany Trangsrud Article content Article content Article content
Fox News
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins reveals very relatable haircut experience with one exception
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins may be the most relatable NFL player in the league. The longtime signal caller revealed in the latest season of the Netflix docuseries "Quarterback" that he prefers to get his hair cut at "Great Clips," an American hair saloon chain with over 4,500 locations across the country. As Cousins explained it, there are locations pretty much anywhere he travels, and the process is relatively hassle-free. "I go to one place, and that's Great Clips, 'cause I can just go on the app," Cousins said in the third episode. "I can see what the wait is. If the wait time is under 15 minutes, I just sign up and then I can just drive there, and walk right in and get right in the chair." Perhaps the only unrelatable part of the Cousins' haircut experience is that he references his own NFL headshot when telling the stylist what he's looking for. "This is what I'm looking for," Cousins says as he pulls up his Falcons' headshot. "It's like a one, and then you fade it up." "Now I start just holding up a picture – I took a picture from one of the headshots from a Falcons game program, and I just say, 'Can you do this?' And that usually helps eliminate any gray area." In the clip, Cousins tells the stylist "I've been trusting 'Great Clips' for a long time." "I kind of live all over the country, so I just kind of Google the nearest 'Great Clips' and make it work." Cousins, who is in the second year of his four-year, $180 million deal with Atlanta, said the entire process is a bit of a "rush" for him. "The biggest challenge is when you don't have the same person," Cousins said with a smile. "You just don't know what you're gonna get." Cousins went 7-7 and threw for 3,508 yards, 18 touchdowns and 16 interceptions in his first season with the Falcons before being benched in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kirk Cousins leaves fans baffled with 'the most Kirk Cousins move ever' while getting his hair cut
Kirk Cousins might be one of the NFL's highest-paid stars but, when it comes to haircuts, the Atlanta Falcons quarterback keeps it cheap. In the new season of Netflix 's 'Quarterback' series, Cousins was accompanied by a camera crew as he went to get a fresh cut at salon chain Great Clips. In a clip from the episode, which was later posted onto social media, the 36-year-old sat patiently in the waiting area reading a magazine before heading to the chair. During a confessional, he explained the reasoning for heading to the budget salon and said: 'I go to one place, and that's Great Clips 'cause I can just go on the app'. Cousins enthusiastically sat down before having a brief discussion with the hairdresser and detailing how he' like his hair to be cut. 'This is what I'm looking for,' he said, while raising up a picture of himself. 'It's like a one, and then you fade it up.' During another confessional, he then explained: 'Now I just hold up a picture from a Falcons game program, and I just say, 'Can you do this?' And that usually helps eliminate any gray area. 'Everybody needs a little rush in their lives, and I get mine when I go to Great Clips to get my haircut'. Fans were quick to react to the viral clip on social media and it's fair to say that not many were surprised by the humble act from the Falcons QB. 'This is the least surprising thing I've ever learned about Kirk,' one Reddit user said. 'Bro is one of the highest paid NFL players of all time and gets his haircut at Walmart', another wrote. In a similar tone, one fan said: 'This is such a Kirk Cousins thing to do'. Cousins made a big-money move in free agency in 2024, signing a four-year, $180million deal with the Falcons after a lengthy career with the Minnesota Vikings. The 36-year-old quarterback's move was criticized at the time by fans, who saw the contract as too expensive for an aging gunslinger. Fans were quick to comment on the humble clip and insist it wasn't 'surprising' at all It was further scrutinized when the Falcons picked a quarterback eighth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft - selecting Michael Penix Jr out of the University of Washington. In the latest season of the Netflix series 'Quarterback', Cousins seemed to have second thoughts about his choice of team. 'Certainly, if I had that information around free agency, it would've affected my decision,' Cousins said. 'I had no reason to leave Minnesota, with how much we loved it there, if both teams were going to be drafting a quarterback high. 'But I've also learned in 12 years in this league that you're not entitled to anything — it's all about earning your spot and proving yourself.'
