Kansas City, MO – As the summer draws to a close and the new school year approaches, Head Quarters Barber Salon & Suites is stepping up to support the community with its 3rd Annual Back-to-School Supply and Service Drive.
Scheduled for Sunday, August 4th, from 1 PM to 5 PM, the Black-owned shop will provide essential school supplies and free beauty services to children aged 5-17, ensuring they start the school year looking fresh and feeling confident.
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, August 4th
- Time: 1 PM – 5 PM
- Location: 1728 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Age Range: For ages 5-17
- Registration: Must register by July 28th by calling (816) 662-8211
- Donations: Accepting school supplies and cash donations via CashApp at $HeadQuartersKC. Contact Ryone Winters directly for more details.
Featured Services:
- Haircuts
- Basic Braid Styles (large knotless & boy braids)
- Silk Presses
- Wash/Blowout & Trims
- Gel Manicures
- Note: Must register to receive services.
Visionary Entrepreneur & Community Leader:
At the heart of this initiative is Ryone Winters, the owner behind Head Quarters Barber Salon & Suites. A visionary entrepreneur, fashion icon, influencer, father and more, Ryone has become a role model in the city’s young Black community. He’s achieved this through both his dedication to superior service for his clients, as well as his commitment to giving back to youth (especially Black youth).
Winters first began cutting hair at the young age of 13 under the apprenticeship of his father, who was also an esteemed barber. Despite pursuing a promising career in Division 1 football, Ryone faced injuries that led him to pivot to barbering full-time after college.
His early experiences at G Class Cuts and later at Studio 96 Barber Lounge helped him hone his skills and build a loyal clientele. About six months ago, Ryone took a bold step and invested over $100k to establish Head Quarters Barber Salon & Suites.
His vision was to create a one-stop destination for both men and women, offering a wide range of services from barbers to stylists, braiders, locticians, a nail tech, and a lash tech.
In just a few months, Head Quarters skyrocketed in popularity, largely due to their star-studded staff lineup including StylesByNyles, TeeKilla, Sira, and other hair stylists, barbers & locticians all who have impressive social media followings of their own. In less than 5 months operating, the shop already was named a finalist for 2024 Best Barbershops in Kansas City.
Ryone’s story is one of overcoming adversity, including battling depression after his football career ended. Through his faith and determination, he built a thriving business that not only provides top-notch services but also creates a supportive and uplifting environment for his clients.
Celebrity Clients and Community Influence:
Ryone’s expertise has attracted many high-profile clients, including Kansas City Chiefs players like Donovan Smith, Matt Dickerson, Mike Danna, and Turk Wharton. On game days, many Chiefs players visit Head Quarters to get game-ready.
1 Last Thing:
If you have the means to give or donate to Head Quarters’ Back to School Supply & Service Drive, which is providing positivity, upliftment, and hope for Black folks in our community (at a time when it is needed more than ever), please do so! Your support can make a significant difference in continuing these impactful initiatives and spreading the love and impact even further.
If you’d like to donate supplies or cash, reach out to Ryone at (816) 662-8211.
