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Dallas Man One of Five Finalists Vying for the 'Most Benevolent' Beard in America

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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STERLING, Ill. , Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ben Davis from Dallas, founded Operation Gentleman, a charity that supports three primary causes: collecting suits and business attire for donation to the Fort Cavazos Soldier Recovery Unit, providing monthly pop-up barbershop services to the homeless population in Dallas, and feeding veterans in need. Men's grooming leader Wahl is rewarding Davis's ability to combine good grooming with goodwill, and has chosen him as a finalist in the Wahl 'Benevolent Beards' Contest. Public votes will now decide if Davis wins the Grand Prize of $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for his charity. He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.

Key Points: 
  • Public votes will now decide if Davis wins the Grand Prize of $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for his charity.
  • He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.
  • To vote for Ben Davis as the Most 'Benevolent Beard' in America, visit https://bit.ly/WahlBenevolentBeards .
  • His work with disabled and seriously ill children is a tribute to the positive impact his mother had on his life.

Kansas City Man One of Five Finalists Vying for the 'Most Benevolent' Beard in America

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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STERLING, Ill., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Christopher McNeil from Kansas City, MO, is a former elementary school principal who started his program 'Books and Barbers' to provide haircuts, books, and mentorship to elementary school students within the Kansas City Public School District. His charity, the Kansas City Public School Foundation, supports educational initiatives and impact programs like 'Books and Barbers' that encourage innovation and support student enrichment. Men's grooming leader Wahl is rewarding McNeil's ability to combine good grooming with goodwill, and has chosen him as a finalist in the Wahl 'Benevolent Beards' Contest. Public votes will now decide if McNeil wins the Grand Prize of $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for his charity. He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.

Key Points: 
  • His charity, the Kansas City Public School Foundation , supports educational initiatives and impact programs like 'Books and Barbers' that encourage innovation and support student enrichment.
  • Public votes will now decide if McNeil wins the Grand Prize of $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for his charity.
  • He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.
  • To vote for Christopher McNeil as the Most 'Benevolent Beard' in America, visit https://bit.ly/WahlBenevolentBeards .

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who's the Most Benevolent - Beard - Of Them All?

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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STERLING, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Making the world a better – or bearder – place starts with the man in the mirror, so men's grooming leader Wahl is rewarding guys who are doing good, while looking good. The Wahl 'Benevolent Beards' Contest found five finely groomed finalists who exemplify what it means to be charitable, and now public votes will help decide who receives the Grand Prize of $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for his charity. He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.

Key Points: 
  • He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 16 years.
  • "The men we landed on are great examples of the widespread impact just one person can have.
  • Vote for the Most 'Benevolent Beard' in America by Oct. 1, 2023, at https://bit.ly/WahlBenevolentBeards .
  • Yuri Williams from Los Angeles, CA, started his charity A Future Superhero after his mother passed away from cancer.

The Folded Flag Foundation Announces Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion Jerome Bettis as 2023 Salute to Service Gala Keynote Speaker

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Folded Flag Foundation , a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to honoring the legacy of America's fallen service members by helping their families with financial support for education, announced Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion Jerome Bettis will be the keynote speaker at this year's Salute to Service Gala.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Folded Flag Foundation , a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to honoring the legacy of America's fallen service members by helping their families with financial support for education, announced Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion Jerome Bettis will be the keynote speaker at this year's Salute to Service Gala.
  • Folded Flag selected this date to honor the men and women who joined the military after the horrific events of Sept. 11, 2001.
  • Jerome Bettis finished his college career at Notre Dame averaging 5.7 yards per carry and was drafted 10th overall by the Los Angeles Rams in 1993.
  • For the 2023-24 school year, The Folded Flag Foundation awarded more than $3.7 million in educational scholarships to over 800 recipients.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum Names Brian Case as Executive Director

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum announces that Brian Case has been named executive director of the Birmingham-based nonprofit.

Key Points: 
  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum announces that Brian Case has been named executive director of the Birmingham-based nonprofit.
  • Case served as the Barber Advanced Design Center's director until his appointment to Executive Director of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum this June.
  • Since its establishment, the Barber Advanced Design Center has been a beacon leading the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum into the future.
  • Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum is a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit, private operating foundation that houses the world's largest collections of motorcycles, Lotus racecars, and the Barber Advanced Design Center.

British Swim School Splashes Down in Leon Valley with New Location

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- British Swim School, the nation's leading "learn to swim" franchise company, is continuing to make waves across North America with the opening of its newest location in San Antonio. British Swim School of Leon Valley is owned and operated by Sharon and Dewey Barber, and lessons are held at the L.A. Fitness at 522 West Loop 1604 N. Lessons take place on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Key Points: 
  • British Swim School of Leon Valley is owned and operated by Sharon and Dewey Barber, and lessons are held at the L.A.
  • Sharon was a competitive swimmer in high school, and after searching through several options the couple realized that British Swim School was a perfect fit.
  • "Sharon and Dewey are excellent examples of what makes veterans perfect for a franchise like British Swim School," said Ashley Gundlach, President of British Swim School.
  • We're excited to have them grow the British Swim School brand in Texas and look forward to seeing the impact they make in Leon Valley."

Modern Wealth Management Acquires $1.5 Billion Barber Financial Group

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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Modern Wealth Management (“Modern Wealth”), a national registered investment advisory (RIA) firm founded to meet the evolving needs of today’s financial professionals and their clients, today announced it has acquired the assets of Barber Financial Group, Osiwala Financial Group, and Financial Security (collectively “Barber Financial”), with offices across Kansas, Missouri and Michigan.

Key Points: 
  • Modern Wealth Management (“Modern Wealth”), a national registered investment advisory (RIA) firm founded to meet the evolving needs of today’s financial professionals and their clients, today announced it has acquired the assets of Barber Financial Group, Osiwala Financial Group, and Financial Security (collectively “Barber Financial”), with offices across Kansas, Missouri and Michigan.
  • Barber Financial Group was established in 1996 by chief executive officer Dean Barber.
  • “Dean, Ken, Bud and the team at Barber Financial share our vision and passion for a better wealth management delivery model that enriches the financial lives of the families we serve,” added Jason Gordo , president of Modern Wealth.
  • Barber Financial, Osiwala Financial Group and Financial Security will now be fully integrated into the Modern Wealth brand.

CourseKey and Paul Mitchell Advanced Education Deepen Partnership To Create A World-Class Student Experience

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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CourseKey, a software built to improve student outcomes at trade and technical schools, will partner with Paul Mitchell Advanced Education (PMAE), the franchisor for Paul Mitchell Schools (PMTS), to enhance the student educational experience.

Key Points: 
  • CourseKey, a software built to improve student outcomes at trade and technical schools, will partner with Paul Mitchell Advanced Education (PMAE), the franchisor for Paul Mitchell Schools (PMTS), to enhance the student educational experience.
  • “We strive to provide a quality education system to prepare students to pass the state board examination and gain employment in their chosen field of study,” said Ryan Claybaugh, COO of Paul Mitchell Advanced Education.
  • “The Paul Mitchell team has been a phenomenal, innovative partner throughout our company’s history, and we’re excited to deepen our partnership,” said Luke Sophinos, Founder and CEO of CourseKey.
  • This partnership represents an exciting milestone in CourseKey’s mission to power the most successful trade and vocational schools across the country.

Transform Scruff & Stubble to Smooth & Soft with The Andis Inform Shaver

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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STURTEVANT, Wis., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether shaving the face or head, bumps and redness are a thing of the past with the powerful yet gentle new inFORM™ Shaver from Andis Company, a leading manufacturer of tools for both professional barbers and DIYers. The inFORM Shaver comes packed with power and its ergonomic shape, lightweight design, and non-slip rubber grip deliver a flawless shave in less time. Unlike other shavers, the inFORM includes a bonus foil head for use on sensitive skin preventing irritation, bumps and ingrown hairs.

Key Points: 
  • The inFORM Shaver comes packed with power and its ergonomic shape, lightweight design, and non-slip rubber grip deliver a flawless shave in less time.
  • Unlike other shavers, the inFORM includes a bonus foil head for use on sensitive skin preventing irritation, bumps and ingrown hairs.
  • The shaver's twin, hypoallergenic titanium foils move independently to hug every contour and glide effortlessly over the skin.
  • The new inFORM Shaver is available from Target , Wal-Mart , or andis.com and features a one-year warranty.

Andis Company Unveils Epic New "Clipper Collab Series" with Educator "Popular Nobody" John Mosley

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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STURTEVANT, Wis., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Andis® Company, a leading manufacturer of handheld grooming tools and education for professional barbers and stylists, has joined forces with award-winning barber and educator John Mosley, known professionally as "Popular Nobody" to launch its most unique collection yet. An Andis Global Educator, Mosley is using his influence to inspire creativity among barbers and other educators by releasing three limited-edition printed hair tools. 

Key Points: 
  • Andis Company Launches Collaborative Collection with Award-Winning Barber and Andis Global Educator, John Mosley, Benefitting A Change Is Coming
    STURTEVANT, Wis., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Andis ® Company, a leading manufacturer of handheld grooming tools and education for professional barbers and stylists, has joined forces with award-winning barber and educator John Mosley, known professionally as "Popular Nobody" to launch its most unique collection yet.
  • An Andis Global Educator, Mosley is using his influence to inspire creativity among barbers and other educators by releasing three limited-edition printed hair tools.
  • As an Andis Global Educator, I have seen firsthand the impact my success had made on others, and I wanted to find an avenue to expand that influence.
  • To learn more about Andis® Company, follow them on Instagram , TikTok and Facebook .