Ep 2 Michelle Hobbs- Blown a blow dry bar

Brand Lincoln

Michelle Hobbs, owner of Blown, a blow dry bar in Lincoln, Nebraska, joins the podcast to discuss her business and the challenges she has faced. Blown is a salon that specializes in blowouts, offering hair styling without cutting or coloring. Michelle explains that they provide a full-service experience, including scalp massages and the use of appropriate hair products. The salon also offers makeup services and extensions. Michelle shares her journey of starting the business and obtaining a liquor license, which was a lengthy and complicated process. She also discusses the impact of a new blow dry bar franchise opening nearby and how she differentiates her business through pricing and additional services. Blown is a blow dry bar in Lincoln, Nebraska that offers styling and makeup services. The busiest day for Blown is the day before Thanksgiving, as people prepare to see their extended family and attend parties. Blown also benefits from football season, as tailgates and parties lead to increased business. Memberships at Blown have priority booking, and appointments can be made through various channels, including the website, phone, and text. Blown faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic but managed to retain the majority of its members and became the top-selling salon in Nebraska for retail products. Blown is expanding to a new location in Fallbrook, and the team at Blown values the connections they make with their clients and the support they provide to other local businesses.