18|8 Fine Men's Salons to Introduce Lombard to an Entirely New Hair and Grooming Experience

LOMBARD, ILLINOIS – 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons will soon introduce a collection of affordable indulgences to men throughout the Western Chicago suburbs.

The brand, renowned for its distinctive collection of upscale men’s hair and grooming services, has signed an agreement with local entrepreneur Kristine Givens to open a salon in Lombard.

There are currently 40 18|8 Fine Men’s salons in 12 states with more than 300 additional franchise units under development across the nation. Givens plans to open three additional salons throughout the Western suburbs as well – including Geneva, Glen Ellyn and Carol Stream or Batavia.

“We are offering men who live and work in Lombard a unique guest experience in an environment specifically designed for them,” said Kristine. “The experience at 18|8 is unlike one at an ordinary hair salon or barber shop. When men walk into one of our stylish, modern facilities, they are entering a one-of-a-kind retreat from the outside world. At 18|8, men can feel comfortable enjoying our collection of premium services.”

Givens fell in love with the business model and culture embraced by 18|8 and knew it was a great fit for the men in Lombard. Prior to her new business venture, Givens was the sole owner of a boutique accounting firm, which she sold to a global financial institution after experiencing tremendous growth. Kristine’s financial and entrepreneurial experience, gives her the necessary skills to serve the growth of 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons in the area.

The new 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons in Lombard will channel the essence of cool confidence directly to its discerning clientele. Leaving men looking their best – and feeling even better – 18|8 offers men the same transformative effect from which the name 18|8 comes. Team members at 18|8 are trained to take the time to learn about clients, their personalities and special needs, and then cater services to mirror their lifestyle choices.

At 18|8, men can relax in the brand’s signature lounge area before their hair and grooming services, which range from executive haircuts and styling (modern and classic) to straight edge hot lather shaves, grey blending, facials, massages, scalp treatments and more. Customers may even purchase memberships that provide member perks such as complimentary clean-ups and other bonus grooming services.

“Kristine is exactly the right entrepreneur to grow the brand in western Chicago,” said Scott Griffiths, founder and CEO of 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons. “Her business intellect is outstanding. She really understands our systematic growth approach and recognizes the strong demand for this particular salon brand to fill the niche locally.”

Griffiths, a Laguna Niguel, Calif. resident, launched 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons in 2002, and has a track record of creating breakthrough brands. Given his company’s successes during the past decade, he recently began franchising 18|8, sharing the opportunity for driven entrepreneurs such as Givens to become part of its growth. Griffiths is a recognized marketing and branding trendsetter who has created and built industry-leading companies across several sectors, including within the salon segment. He has cast his golden touch on the cruise industry with Crystal Cruises, the luxury communications industry with Vertu and the hair care industry as the creator of the product line Mitch for Men from Paul Mitchell.

About 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons

Claiming its name from the original formula for stainless steel, 18% chromium + 8% nickel added to steel, 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons offers its clients that same transformative effect – improving both look and performance. Since launching in 2002, 18|8 has established itself as the only men’s salon catering to a discerning clientele with an upscale suite of hair care and grooming services. To learn more about 18|8’s services, visit www.eighteeneight.com. For information on the 18|8 franchise opportunity, e-mail scott@eighteeneight.com, call (949) 290-6431, and visit www.eighteeneight.com, or www.eighteeneightfranchise.com.