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Why choose Great Clips?

With over 40 years in franchise experience serving more than 1.7 million customers weekly across the U.S. and Canada, Great Clips history speaks for itself.

History of Success

For over 40 years, Great Clips has maintained a successful history of continuous growth. Today, more than 700 franchisees proudly own and operate multiple salon locations, solidifying its position as the largest hair salon brand in the world.

Recession Resistant

Affordable and convenient haircuts are always in demand, regardless of economic trends. Great Clips continues to attract a loyal customer base, ensuring a consistent flow of business and long-term stability.

Strong Brand Recognition

With over 4,400 salons in 190+ markets and national partnerships with the NHL and NCAA, Great Clips is a household name.

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4,400+

salons

700+

franchisees

80%

multi-unit franchisees

90M+

annual haircuts

What makes a great franchisee?

Great Clips franchisees come from an array of backgrounds, but they all share the same vision—to be engaged, dynamic leaders who leverage the tools and resources of our franchise system to build their legacy. Our successful franchisees have a growth mindset, are invested in their business, and are excited to follow our provided system. If that sounds like you, then learn more about your responsibilities as an owner, as well as the traits you need to build a thriving, profitable business with Great Clips.


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Great Clips ranked #1 in category on Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list 2025

#1 franchise in personal-care businesses for 8 years straight!

Great Clips is consistently ranked as a top choice for franchise ownership by Entrepreneur!

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Hudson River Valley • Upstate • Long Island

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Initial Investment

Want to learn more about what it takes to open your first Great Clips salon? Check out the investment page to see a detailed breakdown of costs and financial requirements.


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“I would absolutely recommend Great Clips for anybody looking to get into a new business. I’ve worked at some of the top brands on the planet, and Great Clips has got to be one of the absolute best operations that I’ve ever seen.”

Ray Solnik San Jose
Ray Solnik
Ray Solnik San Jose

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