Hoboken Man Barber Shop Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary

The Hoboken Man, a barbershop at Maxwell Place, celebrates its 5 year anniversary this October.

The modern day barbershop, is a Hoboken hot spot for men who come to enjoy traditional services in a relaxed and professional environment. Services include haircuts, shaves, facials, manicures and pedicures.

Five years ago, Hoboken residents and shop owners Dan Hood, Emily Gonce, Steven Holm and Erik and Jenn Connaughton had a vision to create a unique Hoboken business, and fill a void they saw in the marketplace. They achieved that in The Hoboken Man. After two years of building the Barbershop from scratch, its doors opened in October 2009.

“Owning the Barbershop and experiencing its growth has been incredibly rewarding.” co-owner Dan Hood said. “We look forward to the next 5 years.”

Five of the Barbershop’s original employees remain today, a testament to a well-run business and dedication to loyal clientele.

“I remember sitting around Emily and Steve’s kitchen table drawing the layout of what we wanted the Shop to look like and the types of chairs and floor we wanted,” Assistant Manager Krystina Deleon said. “It was a unique experience as a young stylist to be asked for my opinion about the environment in which I wanted to work.”

In addition to Ms. Deleon, Sandy Avila, Lauren Hainsworth, Bettyann Sidoti and Kathy Balsamo all celebrate their 5 year work anniversaries in October. The Hoboken Man will have various special events occurring in October to thank its loyal clients and welcome new ones.

“I’ve been coming to the Hoboken Man since it opened,” Hoboken resident Ken Eagle said. “The service is excellent; environment relaxing; and I like to know I’m supporting a local business.”

In its 5 years, The Hoboken Man has worked to give back to the community, often contributing to local charities and participating in local events. Additionally, it’s not uncommon to see the staff at Hoboken restaurants and bars raffling off free haircuts and other services, or at the PATH or Ferry terminals handing out other goodies.

In 2010, The Hoboken Man was recognized by Salon Today Magazine as the 2010 Salon of Distinction. Click here to learn more about The Hoboken Man.

Information courtesy of Emily Gonce, Owner, The Hoboken Man