Steve Hockett is a person in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2017. 36 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher.
Nearly 600 members of the franchise community traveled to Washington, DC, last week for the 2026 IFA Advocacy Summit as momentum builds to protect and advance the franchise business model behind the American Franchise Act (AFA).
Rob Goggins stepped into his new role as president and CEO of Great Clips, Inc.
Great Clips 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.
To kickoff bowl season and the College Football Playoff, Great Clips will air a new national television commercial called “We’re All In” beginning on December 7 across ESPN and ABC.
This is the 12th consecutive year that Great Clips has offered free haircuts on Veterans Day, providing more than 2.3 million free haircuts valued at $35 million dollars to military service members.
Gabby Wong of FranConnect was named to the International Franchise Association (IFA) board of directors.
The International Franchise Association has released policy recommendations to strengthen the franchise model and improve outcomes in franchising.
Great Clips, Inc. announces a series of changes to its corporate leadership structure designed to execute the company’s strategic plan, support franchisees, and maintain a powerful and enduring brand.
Great Clips, Inc. is named one of the Top 200 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune, ranking #18 on the midsized company list.
Great Clips ranked #24 overall and #1 in Hair Care category in Entrepreneur's 2023 Franchise 500 List.
Great Clips offers free haircuts to 2 million service members.
Great Clips has introduced a new in-app waitlist feature and other enhancements to its app, allowing customers to check in and see their place in line in real-time.
Great Clips has announced executive leadership transitions, promoting Yvonne Mercer to Chief Operations Officer and elevating Danell Caron to Vice President of Legal/General Counsel.
1851 Franchise has teamed up with SeoSamba to bring readers a list of the most successful franchises in the industry.
Great Clips ranks first in the Hair Care category and 23rd overall on Entrepreneur's 2022 Franchise 500, recognizing the brand's hard work and dedication to its franchisees.
Great Clips is ranked #1 in the Hair Care category and #23 overall in Entrepreneur’s 2022 Franchise 500 list.
Great Clips salons offer free haircuts to veterans and active military on Veterans Day for the ninth consecutive year.
Multi-unit Great Clips franchisee, Juanita Kilambi, adds three new locations during the pandemic, citing the brand's strong model and support.
Great Clips navigated the pandemic by supporting its franchisees and is now on track for a successful year of franchise growth.
A Great Clips franchisee bought three more salons during the pandemic, citing empowerment by the franchisor to take risks and invest in additional locations.
Clara Osterhage, Great Clips' largest franchisee, opens her 81st salon, marking a milestone in her 25-year partnership with the brand.
Great Clips offers free haircuts to military service members on Veterans Day and extends its appreciation with a chance to give a free haircut card to a service member.
Great Clips salons now open in all 50 U.S. states, with the brand reaching its 50-state goal by working together with its franchisees.
Great Clips® is introducing the GreatCare Promise across all its salons.