Today TASB volunteers are giving “Recognition with Style” to clients they know personally.  Stylists & barbers  will give 50% of their funds they raise to clients on the autism spectrum or in need in a way that touches their heart. It doesn’t get any better then this feel good feeling!

Lisa’s Do & Dye Salon, Kennesaw, Ga. puts a smile on an amazing cancer surviver. (2023)

KK’s Hair Today Salon and Barbershop, Evansville, Ind.  chose to help an outstanding gentleman on the autism spectrum (2022)

Honorary Client & TASB volunteer at BORICS HAIR CARE Evansville, Indiana (2020)

Weighted blankets were given to honorary clients at

 HAIR STREET STATION, Evansville, Indiana (2018)

Honorary client of THE UNTOUCHABLE STUDIO, Gainesville, Georgia (2019)

Honorary client of BELLA HAIR BY MARTHA SILVA, Miami, Florida (2019)

Honorary client and TASB volunteers at NEW SERENITY HAIR SALON  

Marietta, GA. (2019)

Honorary client of KLASSICS BARBERSHOP, Dallas, Georgia. (2019)

Honorary Client of HEADS-UP HAIR  DESIGN Kennesaw, Georgia. (2019)

Honorary Client and TASB Volunteers of HEADS-UP HAIR  DESIGN 

Kennesaw, Georgia. (2020)

TASB Volunteers have given several iPads to LEARNING FACILITIES

that provide education to children with disabilities including children on the autism spectrum. (2012)

TASB Volunteers presenting a “Big Check to an autistic group of

Girl Scouts in Evansville, Indiana. 

TASB Volunteers presenting a “Big Check” to an honorary client

of  SPECTRUM BA   Acworth Georgia 

Many times I have been told individuals who are on the autism spectrum are not to be singled out. All individuals with special needs want to be treated just like everyone else. It is our upmost importance that TASB grants these wishes. We will continue to give Recognition with Style to clients with many different causes dear to our hearts as well as those on the autism spectrum. Don’t hesitate to contact each stylist/barber for their complete heart felt story by clicking on the salon/barbershop posted with each photo.

Time for a Toast! Here’s to TASB Volunteers! It’s my honor to recognize this incredible organization comprised of the most unique and talented stylists and barbers. I raise my glass to YOU!!! Thank you so much for making TASB what it has become today! Look who is gracing the pages of our latest issue of Recognition with Style. Check out how stylists & barbers are creating a BUZZ in their community. We would love to put your area on the map. We invite you to join TASB. The best is yet to come!!!

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Come on board The Association of Stylists & Barbers (TASB). Join the movement with your colleagues from across the states. Check out our social media to see how stylists and barbers are making a difference in their communities. Check out our CALENDAR OF EVENTS! Grow your skills by hanging out with your colleagues. You can never have to much knowledge. You have the opportunity to be spot lighted in our magazine “Recognition with Style”. TASB helps you along the way. We will send you items and information for a successful event that you choose to volunteer your time and talent with. We will make you the talk of the town, it’s easy! Just join other TASB Volunteers and create awareness for our Hair-Raising events. You will be surprised at how your clients want to support “YOU”! See what happens when you tell everyone you became a TASB Volunteer!

2018 CALENDAR OF

HAIR-RAISING EVENTS!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TASB Walk for Change  

Sunday, July 22, 2:00 p.m, Open to the public!

Join us for a fun walk.

Swift-Cantrell Park

You CAN CHANGE a Bully for the BETTER?
Support this anti-bullying campaign. Team up with stylists and barbers and take the TASB pledge to stop bullying now. “I CAN make a CHANGE for the better! Walk a lap (1 mile)around Swift Cantrell with a choice of a fun side trail– a Splash of Noodles, Bubbles, Hoola Hoops and more.
TASB Volunteers will provide bullying prevention resources and strategies. Stylists and barbers are supporting the cause by giving complimentary hair styling gift cards to students who have been bullied. To fit our theme “You Can Make a Change for the Better,” registration is one can – any type of can – of loose change. Competition on Bullying Posters and who brings the most CHANGE.

TASB Hair-Raising Battle #2

Sunday, July 28, 4:00 p.m.  Open to the public!

Mirella’s Salo

2726 Summer St. Kennesaw, Ga. 30144

Admission Fee is a CAN of CHANGE!

The Association of Stylists and Barbers will fight against Bullying, Low Self-Esteem and Suicide. Stylists and barbers will come together and compete with amazing talent and models fighting these issues.  It’s not just a hair competition between colleagues but a battle for knowledge, motivation and success. We all need a reboot! TASB will bring you a panel of amazing guests to speak to you on how you can make a change for the better while professional stylists and barbers compete against all odds. After the event I am confident you will become a better YOU! Register now! Competition fee is a Can of Change!

CATEGORIES…

1. Fastest Fade
2. Free Style Design
3. Creative Cut (Limited competitors, register early.)
4. Face Off
5. Mannequin Creativity (Beauty College Students only)

**Creative Cut Category, competitors will receive a model provided by TASB. (ages13-19) First to register will be provided a model.

** Mannequin Creativity, bring your finished mannequin on display to be judged and for all to enjoy. This years theme is…

“There is always something you can do and  succeed at”  ~ Stephen Hawkin

Rules will be passed out after registration.  

Competition Fee is a Can of Change!!

TASB Cut-a-Thon for Autism.

Do you have what it takes for the “TASB CHALLENGE”
Starting August 25 (Opening Celebrations)
throughout our 6-week “rebooking” period, October 7 (Closing Celebrations).
TAKE the TASB CHALLENGE!! (What’s the challenge?)

CREATE AUTISM AWARENESS 

KEEP IT SIMPLE, choose your favorite client(s) cut their hair and donate part or all funds to the autism. Tell clients you want to give their tips to our Cut-a-thon. Ask neighboring businesses to contribute to a silent auction or raffle products, services, or merchandise.

JAZZ IT UP, by creating a celebration of Awareness for Autism. Check out Recognition with Style magazine  pages 10-13 to see your colleagues from across the states make their Cut-a-thon a fun and successful event!

Friends and Family
Come to one of our participating salons/barbershops and support Autism! If your stylist/barber is not familiar with the many different ways their colleagues are supporting the movement we can contact them. Share our site and tell them to take the challenge because you want to support Autism.  We will give you additional information and everyone will get their TASB official armband(s) too.

Register , donate or call 770-355-4934 for questions.
Post YOUR CHALLENGES on your social media; tell everyone to take the TASB Challenge.

MY FRIENDS WE ARE POWERFUL IN NUMBERS!

ASB Educational Class

next class will be scheduled  soon!

Spectrun Behavioral Associates

4492 Acworth Industrial Dr. #100

Acworth, Ga. 30101

Cutting Edge Techniques for the Autism Spectrum!  You can never have to much knowledge! Receive an autism certification and learn from experts what you can do to cut and style hair for those on the autism spectrum! Learn successful tips so these amazing kids can have their visit be as enjoyable as all clients who come see you for your professional service. Guest speakers, TASB  Volunteer Sharelle Wilder and therapist Sara Clark, ABA Therapist at Spectrum Behavioral Associates. Certificates for attending class will be awarded. Cost $10.00 minimum donation. Bring your scissors & clippers for a hands on class  $20. Watch and learn from your colleagues. TASB Volunteer VIP( free) Donations can be made at the door or Donate Here

 Check out what TASB Volunteers have done for their Cut-A-Thon from the past 5 years. (Before our autism awareness display competition). If you come up with a cool idea, please share!

1. How TASB Volunteers gave a cut to Autism.

• TASB autism items are placed in a basket on my station for clients to give a donation starting the last week in August. A minimum donation of $1 for one ticket or $3 for 5tickets).

• When I receive my packet, I hang up my banner so people will see it from outside. I set out my TASB autism items  out so clients see and know I am creating autism awareness. I give everyone who makes a donation a TASB item. A person walking by saw the banner and gave a donation of $100.

• My clients have help me in special ways, I have the ability to help back. Throughout one week of the Cut-A-Thon I book these special clients for my last appointments. They will receive 50% off their haircut and $10 will go to the cause. I feel good to have given my time and talent to our Cut-A-Thon.

• I give the earnings from my first Client, each Saturday, during our TASB Cut-a-Thon.

• I tell all my clients who are booked for Saturday that 50% of proceeds from hair services go to our TASB Cut-a-thon.

• We have our customer appreciation day during our TASB Cut-a-Thon on Saturday, 9-2. Our clients receive a 50% discount at that time.  Stylists pre-book, others who are building a clientele take new and walk-in clients.

• We stay open on Saturday for an extra 3 hours. (Theme, Happy Hour)  We will give 50% of the proceeds to our honorary client. We raise autism awareness by celebrating, going out and getting donations by telling everyone about autism awareness lottery ticket drawings.

• During the month of August, we tell our clients we are donating a dollar of our tip money to the cause. Clients tend to give more money to the cause when we explain what we are doing.

2. TASB “Festivities”

• Throughout the month of August we pass out fliers, display silent auction/drawing items and let our clients know we are giving 50% off haircuts on the last Sunday of the month between 1-6. We ask  businesses in our shopping center, our sales representatives and clients for donations and support. We use items from hair shows, products from our shelves, lottery tickets and TASB items to make baskets. We invite colleagues from other salons/shops to join us. Music, food and games are offered.

• Karaoke, Bands and DJ, dancing throughout the event.
Venders come to support the cause,  BBQ. Food donations; grocery stores/restaurants (Schnucks, Panera Bread, Publix, Kroger) donate bakery food.

• Trivia, let’s make a deal, tug a war, relay races, winners receive a TASB or donated item. Bounce house, face painting, crafts. We post our goal for the year, every $100 that is raised we ring a bell and cheer till we reach our goal!

• We recognize our honorary guest who is on the autism spectrum each year. We light a candle on a cupcake and everyone shares uplifting wishes

• We have a 24-hour Cut-a-Thon, 6:00, pm Saturday- 6:00 pm Sunday, volunteers swap the shift of volunteers at midnight. Lot’s of food for everyone and we have Autism organization  guests visit. We pre-book clients and take walk-ins. 50% off cuts are given.

Due to the Covid 19 pandemic our 2020 Walk for Change has been cancelled! Many stylists & barbers are slowly heading back to work and concentrating on adapting to the new norm. We are learning to make new changes and keeping our clients safe is our number one priority. We are in this together! Stay Safe!

Thank You, Elaine Lord

SUNDAY, JULY 21 & AUGUST 4. 2019

TASB Walk for Change is taking place in two locations, Kennesaw, GA.

TASB Volunteers will provide bullying prevention resources and strategies.  To fit our theme “You Can Change for the Better,” registration is one can – any type of can – of loose change. Join the competition and create an anti Bullying slogan on a poster. Prize giveaways to winners!

Register Here

SUNDAY, JULY 21, 10:00 a.m,

Swift-Cantrell Park

Double click flyers to zoom in!

Due to the Covid 19 pandemic our 2020 Hair-Raising Battles have been cancelled! Many stylists & barbers are heading back to work and concentrating on adapting to the new norm. Learning to make new changes and keeping our clients safe is number one priority. We are in this together! Stay Safe!

Thank You, Elaine Lord

2019 Event

TWO  HAIR- RAISING BATTLES TAKING PLACE IN GEORGIA 

Mirella’s Hair Salon

2726 Summer St, Kennesaw, GA  30144

Check out amazing talent as stylists, barbers and students compete. It’s not just a hair battle but a battle for knowledge, motivation and success. We will help you “Be the Change”.  Amazing speakers will tell how to get help with bullying, low self esteem and suicide prevention.  Food, drinks and music will be available, this event takes place after the Walk for Change at 10 am.

TICKETS – early competitor discount ends the day before the event, at the door $50

$25 Competitor Donation

Categories-

Mannequin Creativity

Freestyle/ Design/Updo

Fastest Fade

Creative Design Cut

Battlers register here

Thank you for helping us make our Hair Raising event a success!

Emcee/Speakers/Judges

Emcee, Dee the Edgeologist, took over cutting his own hair for more than 25 years. A 3rd Generation Barber, est 1916, who lives in Tampa, Florida. Owner of Barbers R Us Plus #1 and now opening #2. Dee is reopening a barbershop that has not been in business since 1915. Dee is a motivational and educational artist who worked closely with Dr. Lewis Brinson in the program he founded, “Barbers and Fathers on Cutting Edge.” Featured on ESPN and in the Local Daily. Dee has many Barber Battles under his belt and is known for an Award Winning, 1st Self Cut Barber. Dee mentors to his clients and always been one to give back to the community. He has created awareness for Barbers Against Violence and joins TASB for the Cut-a-thon for Autism. HERE’S MORE!

Emcee,Morale O’cain, of Morale All Things Hair. I’m a licensed Cosmetologist of Hair Elevation Studio, A 5-star salon in Atlanta, Georgia, servicing clients for over 17 years. I am an expert when it comes to hair analyzation and healthy hair care. Analyzing hair and knowing that product alone, is not always the solution. CEO of The Hair Debate, where we debunk, debate, discover, all things hair. We are in our 3rd season with The Hair Debate Show. Read MoreGuest Speakers, Kim & Jacob Krawkowski, Hear from both Mother & Son as they share their journey. Ask them questions…. Learn  about the struggles and the joy of raising Jacob and the challenges Jacob overcame. Jacob & Kim have a motto, just because you are diagnosed as being on the autism spectrum,  “Never Underestimate”! Find out what motivated Jacob to get his associates degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology BEFORE  he graduated High school. Read More

Guest Speaker, Tez, I was born in Detroit, Michigan and Raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I am the youngest of 3 older brothers. I’ve been a professional barber for 6 years of Rich Cuts Barbershop n Kennesaw, Ga. Currently I have a full time Business speaking across the US as a forex educator and Work. ReadMore

Guest Speaker, Blake Jones was always too this or too that; he was never “just right” in society’s eyes.  Once he chose to get right with himself, Blake’s life started to become rather lonely….because let’s face it, society is a tough critic and Blake definitely has always gone against the grain. Younger blake was often quite confused why so many people tormented and teased him.  After some really sad, dark teenage days, Blake chose to dive deeper and by doing so, he finally found the right people to call friends and life became A-okay!  Blake has learned during his journey that no matter what you think about yourself, your reality will match and too many people think the wrong things about themself.  Blake’s big mission is to spread good vibes and good composure. Blake loves teaching people HOW to “just get over it” and the WHY behind “that’s just a part of life”; Blake’s unique approach certainly makes him a compelling speaker. Read More

Same Place Same Time!!!

Just a different Date

A magical night is waiting for you. Fall in Love all over again. Enjoy the tunes of laughter, fun and romance during our Hair-Raising Event. Bring your good luck charm and take a chance with many prize giveaways throughout your “Date Night”.

TASB Gala takes place May 17, 2020 at 6:00 p,m, Located  at The Butterfly Pavilion at 4111 New Hope Church Road, Acworth, Georgia

Parents with loved ones on the spectrum: Seats are limited. If you are unable to join us after your RSVP please contact us. We would like to fill your seats with guests on our waiting list. 770-355-4934

NO REFUNDS    Click here for ticketsTo view double click on Invitiation

A big THANKS to our local businesses and  @DonationMatch* for supporting our TASB GALA!

1. *Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
2. *The Masquerade Atlanta
3. *Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard
4. *Chandra Holland Fine Arts Portraits
5. Cactus Car Wash
6. Hollywood Feed
7. Maple Street Biscuit Company
8. Oh Charleys
9. Dave and Busters
10. Andretti indoor Karting and Games, Marietta
11. Kennesaw Tire

Join us April 14, 1pm, at the Radisson Hotel, Atlanta-Marietta. 1775 Parkway Place, Marietta, Ga. 30067

LUNCH ~ SPEAKERS ~ VENDERS ~ GIFTS.

Guests reserve your seat for a minimum donation of $10. NO Children Please. (age 18+)

TASB volunteers are very excited to create our first TASB Autism+ Expo. Many families are lost and advocating for their loved ones on the autism spectrum. The Association of stylists & barbers (TASB) is interested in bringing guidance, therapy, knowledge and products for parents who have children/students on the autism spectrum. TASB invites you to share your questions, comments & concerns! From how a child is diagnosed, to how autism can affect the family dynamic. Lunch and learn with other autism parents, you’re not alone! Speakers will motivate you as well as our professionals can shape your brows with perfection or enjoy a relaxing hand massage! (complimentary). Raffles, gifts and a new friend awaits you at our event. TASB has a mission, to help you “Cut Out” the stress and find your answers!

A great way to show off your resources. For a  minimum donation of $20 venders can reserve space and receive a 2 minute spotlight for your knowledge/facility/product, (contact us to register). We will continue to update you as our program unfolds so please come back!

CONTACT: 770-355-4934

Online purchase $10 guest. Registration will follow with details and tickets via email.

RSVP/ Register by April 7th for a drawing (Holiday Harbor, Pontoon boat ride$300)

After April 7th seats are on a first come basis!

Ticket purchase Here

Raffles and Give aways:

Holiday Harbor Pontoon Boat Ride, Sparkles Roller Skating, Learning Express, Bruster’s, Tintos Coffee House, Cheese Burger Bobbys, Subourbon Bar & Grill, Ci Ci’s pizza, Costco, Picaboo, Long Horn, Movie Tavern, Sally, Twin Peaks, Glitzy Chick, Merle Norman, Uber, Atlanta Zoo passes, Movie Passes, manicure, Medieval Times Dinner, gift baskets, Moes, Skyview, Dinner/Lunch Date with Micheal Buckholtz, (Child & Caregiver)   and more!!

Speakers: 

Elaine Lord, Stylist, Owner of Elaine’s Hair Studio. Founder of The Association of Stylists & Barbers and Recognition with Style Magazine. Adopting a 12 year old from Latvia, we could not get an accurate diagnosis for her learning disabilities (language barrier). I realized similar learning issues Tereza was facing I had in my early years of school. Could I have been diagnosed with Autism/Aspergers in 1967.  Details Here

Founder TASB

Sharelle Wilder,  Stylist and Mother of a child with Autism. Her journey will  motivate you and help you acknowledge problem solving for you and your child. Advocate for Autism speaks, “Walk for Autism”! Details Here

 Pamela Saunders, CEO  Butterfly Consulting, We assist families with members with Special Needs advocate for education, healthcare, housing, transportation, and employment.  We help create plans of care for education, healthcare, employment, and daily care.Details HereWebsite

Jennifer Burgess, Spokesperson for Jacobs Ladder with her Masters in Christian Counseling. A mother of two special needs children. Jacobs ladder is an SAIS-SACS accredited, SB-10 approved private school, serving students with any kind of neurological disorder – from Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Brain Injury to a range of learning disabilities and genetic disorders – although 60% of our students have been diagnosed with Autism. Details Here

Parent/Student teams Hear from both Mother & Son as they share their journey.  Ask them questions…. Learn  about the struggles and the joy of raising Jacob. Find out what motivated Jacob to get his associates degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology BEFORE  he graduated High school.   Details Here

Taylor Duncan At the age of 4, I was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Through the years of childhood, teenage years, and even onward into adulthood, I faced a lot of preconceived ideas due to the perception of what one with a difference may and may not become capable of.  After various experiences in baseball and softball, I went on to form Alternative Baseball. An authentic baseball experience for teens and adults 15+ with autism and other special needs.Details Here

Special Guest Speaker Micheal Buckholtz        MC Hammer’s Gold & Multi-platinum Award winning music producer • multi-instrumentalist • actor • author • alien! He also is on the autism spectrum and will tell his story. We will learn what Micheal has in store for his state of the art recording and pro sound design studio that will specifically be designed with the autism spectrum in mind.  Details Here

Venders

$20 vender

A limited number of Venders/Organizations will join us to share their resources.

THRIVE Premium Lifestyle is a breakthrough in Health, Wellness, Weight Management, and Nutritional Support. The THRIVE 8-Week Experience—in conjunction with the THRIVE Premium Lifestyle Capsules and the THRIVE Premium Lifestyle Shake Mix—DFT promotes clean and healthy weight management and an overall healthy lifestyle.Details Here

Autism Improvised, Inc offers a variety of applied improv and theatre programs to help address the social challenges and rigid thinking of those who are mildly-to-moderately affected by Autism. Details Here

LIFE Behavior Consulting, Christina Bailey along with Meredith Sinclair, MS, CRC will be sharing evidence-based approaches to improving your loved one’s social interactions. Our goal is to empower individuals to learn skills that will improve their access to social opportunities, relationships, and independence in their home, community, school, and vocational settings. Details Here

Join TASB Volunteers as we look back on our year of giving back! See who we spotlight and give Recognition with Style to! Bring your friends as stylists and barbers get their turn to walk on the red carpet and enjoy an awesome evening of laughter, motivation and inspiration. Advance tickets are a minimum donation of $25.  At the door $35, (plus $1 for each ticket transaction fee).

Ticket purchase Here

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During our first TASB Meet Up of 2018, TASB Volunteers Katie Walji and Sara Clark presented our TASB Beacon of Hope to Naomi Cheeks. She is a proud mother whose son, Mark has been diagnosed with autism.  This is the beginning of distributing Grants to families who are having a hard time paying out of pocket expenses for  autism therapy. Our TASB Volunteers are now able to help their clients who have kids/students with autism. This is just the beginning of what can happen when stylists and barbers come together and make a difference in the lives of our clients. Join us this years Hair-Raising Events including our annual TASB Cut-a-Thon for Autism starting the weekend before Labor Day with opening celebrations. A 6 wk period for you and all your clients to get involved, join the movement and creating Autism Awareness.

Beacon of Hope

Mark’s Story

Mark has always been an interesting kid ever since he was little. I have always known Mark was different, he didn’t talk until he was 3 and when I questioned his pediatrician about it she said it was likely due to all his ear infections. He continued to develop more slowly than other children his age both with his motor skills and socially. Mark is a very loving, happy, kid that enjoyed playing outside, but often by himself and didn’t play much with others, he preferred to play with his dogs. In 2015 Mark was diagnosed with ADHD, anxiety and ODD. He was given multiple medications to help with his ADHD and none of them worked for him and he grew excessively more aggressive, and mean and angry as the months went by. On April 20, 2016, my very sweet, happy, kind hearted child did something no child should ever do. He tried to cut his own throat open and kill himself with a pair of scissors. Thankfully the attempt was unsuccessful but we spent 5 days in an ER waiting for a childrens facility willing to take him. Mark on April 24^th Mark was then transported to a children’s facility in Savannah Georgia and had to remain there for 5 days before he was allowed to come home. They tried to give him another form of medication to calm him down but this medicine made his anxiety so much worse. Then I finally decided to have a new pediatrician evaluate him and she suggested that we get an evaluation done. I went and filled out all the paper work and Mark had his evaluation on June 14^th, a week later I was given the results and he was diagnosed with Autism. I was so relieved because now I knew there was something else I could do to help him and I could get my sweet boy back. We started ABA with Spectrum Behavioral Associates in August of 2016 and Mark has made so many huge improvements that I am in awe of his progress. I am starting to see bits of my sweet boy coming back to me. I am so thankful for all the hard work of the therapist that provide him services and this wouldn’t be possible for us as a family without this scholarship because insurance companies still do not understand how important these therapies are for children on the spectrum. We couldn’t go out to dinner as a family and now we can, we couldn’t let him go back to regular public school and now he has a modified schedule and is able to interact with his peers. This therapy means everything to my family and I am so thankful for the scholarship we have received to help with the cost of that.

It was an honor to give out our first TASB Grant to an all inclusive Autism Girl Scout Troop, Achieve 722 at Chique Salon, Evansville, Indiana, Salon owner Whitney Bullock. The theme for the evening, “You are Beautiful” was an inspiring treat for the girls. Troop leader, Missy Goff, helped each Girl Scout share an uplifting quote, a self confidence booster, while seeing their own special beauty in our Sunflower Mirror, TASB’s Beacon of Hope. Everyone could get their pony on as Elaine Lord, founder of TASB, Kennesaw GA. gave each student a super chic look! Therapist, Tina Gibbs demonstrated Mneme Therapy. An Art therapy session that helps with special needs including those on the autism spectrum. Troop 722 will receive a complimentary Mneme therapy session with Tina. Thank you to TASB Volunteers, Shari Kempf, of Hair Street Station and Tracey Schu, Stylist for coming out to support this Hair-Raising Event. I am very excited that TASB is now distributing grants to families chosen by TASB volunteers. TASB Volunteers are excited to join forces with our upcoming TASB Cut-a-thon for Autism. Our opening celebrations begin on August 25, and to continue throughout the month of September. Go TASB!

Congratulations to our TASB Volunteers who receive recognition with Style. Our annual celebration, held every November in the metro Atlanta area, reflects on what our TASB volunteers have accomplished throughout the year–giving “Recognition with Style” to our many volunteers, sponsors and clients. We hope you and your friends join your colleagues who made a difference in their communities for this year’s inspirational night of fun, laughter and camaraderie.

Purchase tickets and consider a spotlight in the next issue of Recognition with Style magazine here: $25 donation for single ticket. $40 donation for couples tickets.

Pay Tickets Here

Hands-On Class featuring Hair Educator, Jimmy Dickens.You can’t find education at this level! 

Step up your Game!! Fades, Shear Cutting, Razor Techniques plus motivation to get you through the holidays! Bring your own model or mannequin.
Tuesday, October 17, 2017 @ 7:00 P.M.

Cobb Beauty College, 3096 Cherokee St. Kennesaw, GA. 30144

To make your donation to our TASB Class!  

Donate Here   $20 minimum general donation for members,  $40 minimum general donation for non members. Tax forms will be given at the class. A mannequin can be purchased at Cobb Beauty College with a stand for $55. Please contact Elaine Lord for questions. 770-355-4934

All proceeds will go to The Association of Stylists and Barbers.

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The Association of Stylists and Barbers presents our inaugural Hair-Raising Event, TASB Barber Battle, Round 1, including barbers, stylists and students. Our event held in Kennesaw, Georgia, is open to the public. It’s not just a hair battle but a battle for knowledge, motivation and success. We all need a reboot! TASB will bring out the best artists in the hair industry. We want to knock out those struggling issues that everyone deals with clear out of the ring. You are not alone! Mark your calendars for July 17th at 4:00 p.m. and join your colleagues for an evening where “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE”.

TICKETS? Don’t miss out on the action!
TASB is a charitable organization with a 501c3. All proceeds will benefit The Association of Stylists and Barbers Day Retreat.

Thank you for helping us make this Hair-Raising event a success with your donation!

$15 minimum donation gives you- one entry ticket to see all the action and a raffle ticket!
$35 minimum donation gives you- one entry ticket for one battle category, students for one mannequin and a raffle ticket too!

All guests and battlers bring your business card for a special door prize drawing!
Buy tickets online, in advance to receive something special!!

Donate Here

Battlers CLICK HERE to register!!

CATEGORIES

PEOPLES CHOICE- 50/50- YOU CAN’T GO WRONG WITH A 50/50. EVERYONE WINS!! Get the support of your family, friends, colleagues and clients. Each category you will have a chance for your fans to vote by giving YOU- $$$ donations ($1-$100+++) for supporting you and our charity. Let everyone know between now and July 17th you are battling with the best barbers around the states and you need their support. The funds you raise will be divided 50% for you to keep and 50% will benefit TASB Day Retreat. The battler from each category with the most support (funds raised) will be awarded by TASB.

GUEST CATEGORIES- TASB will provide a number of models who are in need of their spirits/low self-esteem lifted. Battlers will draw numbers for their chosen models and be judged on their new hair style. The winners will be awarded by TASB.

STUDENT CATEGORIES- Students can enter as many mannequins as they like. (Fees apply for each mannequin) You can have your mannequin represent you as an individual, your school or a team. Have fun and remember “ANYTHING is POSSIBLE”!

Battlers must bring professional/student license and ID to enter battles.

EMCEE

Quan Lanae Green is an American Broadcast personality and lifestyle blogger. Based out of Atlanta Ga.; She inspires women to dream big, take the limits off of their lives, and live life fabulously!

GUEST JUDGES

Joshua Hawkins known as “Hawk the Barber Prodigy” is an Ohio native. He currently resides in Atlanta, GA. where he has over 6 years of experience as a licensed barber at Furious Styles, Midtown. At the age of 25, he takes pride in his work as a platform artist master barber. Josh is also an educator for Babyliss4barbers and a member of Barber Stars. He concentrates on training and perfecting his skills to become an all-round businessman. He has recently developed an edging spray called “Hawk Sauce”. Josh has competed in and won first place in all professional competitions. Four time award winning barber also placed first in the Blurry fades expo for old school cuts. He has consistently ranked among top barbers in America making him “The Best Barber in America”. Josh has been recognized and requested by some of the top “A List” celebrities in the entertainment and sports industries. His devotion to his clients over the years has allowed him to develop a special bond with each and every one. Here’s More!

Jimmy Dickens, Sr. grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina. After graduating from high school he supported himself while he attended Barber School and earned a degree in Barber Science. Ten years ago he opened a local barbershop, Amazing Cuts, in the heart of Kennesaw, GA. As a result of his efforts, over 10 people are employed and able to provide for their families. Every year Jimmy hosts food drives and sponsors Thanksgiving dinners for those in need, He gives free haircuts to struggling mothers and people going on their first job interviews. Jimmy is a TASB Volunteer pioneer. Friends and family have countless stories of Jimmy’s willingness to lend a helping hand. Jimmy now wants to take his leadership experience and use it to improve the City of Kennesaw. Here’s More

Dee the Edgeologist, took over cutting his own hair for more than 25 years. A 3rd Generation Barber, est 1916, who lives in Tampa, Florida. Owner of Barbers R Us Plus #1 and now opening #2. Dee is reopening a barbershop that has not been in business since 1915. Dee is a motivational and educational artist who worked closely with Dr. Lewis Brinson in the program he founded, “Barbers and Fathers on Cutting Edge.” Featured on ESPN and in the Local Daily. Dee has many Barber Battles under his belt and is known for an Award Winning, 1st Self Cut Barber. Dee mentors to his clients and always been one to give back to the community. He has created awareness for Barbers Against Violence and joins TASB for the Cut-a-thon for Autism. Here’s more!

Shelia Jones resides in Fieldale, Virginia. At a young age, her knowledge and career grew because of a special relationship with Joe and Eunice Dudly, founders of Dudley Beauty Corp, LLC, an international hair care and beauty products company for several years. As manager of several Great Clips and Smart Styles hair salon Franchises, Shelia has taken her struggling shops and turned them around to create more clientele traffic and improvements for her top notch salons in her community. Sheila is a TASB Volunteer pioneer and loves to make a difference in the lives of others. Here’s More!

Marcus Harvey is a “Barber to the Stars”. He can be found providing luxury barber services on the set of BET’s, Let’s Stay Together and Sunday’s Best as well on TNT’s NBA commentary segments and Tyler Perry Studios movies. Marcus is also a cast member at Ghost Brothers and a comedian at Comedian. He does all of this while maintaining his faithful clients, the everyday working class men and women who want to have that Barber Star look and treatment. Co-Owners Marcus Harvey and Kellon Akeem of The Musa Lair Grooming Gallery, strive to cultivate a business that specializes in inspiring clients to reach their fullest potential in style, conversation & culture. One of our goals for the year is to form a fraternity of affluent men and women that impact the youth and community through outreach and mentorship. “To empower and inspire the community through the Arts & Grooming.” Here’s More!

Charles Barnes is owner and master barber of Hollywood Cutz LLC, Kennesaw, Ga. Charles attended St. Augustine University in Raleigh, North Carolina and majored in communications and minored in business. To this day, he has been cutting hair for over 25 years. He decided to do it for a living because it was something he was confident about. In addition to his talent as a barber, he also is a motivational speaker for the Kennesaw area youth. Barnes, who loves to lift your spirits said “You set your own limitations… there is nothing you can’t achieve with hard work.”

Guest Speaker

Big Mouth Ben

Benjamin began playing classical music on the string bass at the age of 12 and the trombone at the age of 15. Ben started his company Profitable Publishing in which he released his first CD titled “Live Your Dream”. Living a successful but fast life as an up-and-coming entrepreneur, Ben begin experimenting with crime & drugs. After twenty years of surviving the harsh reality of the streets – addiction, homelessness, and crime, Ben took his entrepreneur skills, knowledge of the streets, and compassion for people to spearhead a motivational ministry that is currently touching many of the homeless and addicted on the streets of Atlanta and around the world. A person that has overcome adversity and now committed to the uplifting and encouragement of others.HERE’S MORE

FOUNDER OF TASB

Founder TASB

Elaine Lord, a small town country girl from Fort Branch, Indiana. Her desire to play with hair came as a young girl. She was ready to start her career right out of high school. Elaine landed a job assisting 16-23 stylists, while building her own clientele for seven years, at The Village Beauty Parlor, Evansville, In. For over 30 years, Elaine has been blessed with many opportunities, including a dream of creating a hair styling book. This love of assisting her colleagues from her past gave her the passion for what she does today. Elaine enjoys assisting stylists and barbers with their dreams from her organization, The Association of Stylists and Barbers, founded in 2008. With the love of giving back to her community, photography, hair and the help of her family and friends (clientele), Elaine has created Recognition with Style, her hair styling magazine which also shares with readers how TASB grows from one year to the next. Elaine lives in Kennesaw, Georgia and is owner of Elaine’s Hair Studio where she enjoys hanging out with friends while styling their hair. Here’s More!

WE ARE BRINGING MORE ARTISTS ON BOARD SO HANG TIGHT AND CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UDATES!!