Joseph Golshani

CEO, Joseph & Friends

Atlanta

Award winning hairstylist Joseph Golshani was born in Tehran, Iran, to a middle class family, in October 1957. He was afforded the opportunity to see beauty all around him at a very young age; something he has continued to carry with him for all of his days. His very creative mother was a seamstress, passionate about beauty, so from an early age he was exposed to the "latest" trends in shapes, color and styles. Soon that passion became his and he sought out a way to express it and share it with the world.

Joseph arrived in America in 1977 with a suitcase full of dreams and a huge enthusiasm for a better life. Little did he know then that he would take his creativity to a whole different level. He had finally found an outlet for his dream, a way to share the vibrancy of life with those around him…HAIR! Having a natural ability to connect with others, this added desire and drive to share beauty with the world is part of what has made him a master of his trade. "Probably one of the reasons why I chose hairdressing as a career was realizing that Beauty is all about changing a person for the better. "

Author of the book "Thanks to America; Against all Odds", chronicles his ‘American Dream Come True’ as he grew physically, spiritually and financially. Joseph believes he owes America a great deal of gratitude, and to those travelling the same path, he hopes his success story gives them strength to pursue their own dreams. Joseph has translated this concept to his thriving business where he strives to help dreams come true. Joseph has made it his life’s goal to ensure this wherever possible, giving back to those that made his dream possible. Without his clients, staff and friends, he understands that he would not be where he is today.

Now the owner of a successful multi-location operation (5 salons), and a firm believer in education as the path to growth, he created the "Joseph & Friends Bootcamp" where all new hires go through a rigorous 12 week curriculum in all aspects of the hair and beauty industry. The emphasis is on mastering haircuts through his unique "Planes System" and creating color perfection. Joseph also provides numerous education programs throughout the year through the "Joseph & Friends Advance Academy", created to ensure his staff gets first class trainings to deliver the best client experience in the market.

To those that know him, he is so many things. He is an inspiration, a go-getter, a true talent. He is also an athlete, a competitor, a good sportsman; a husband, a father, and more than just a boss to many. Always humble, never greedy or verbose, he gives back continuously to those around him: family, friends, clients, staff, the community, charities, and total strangers. If you have never met him, you may have seen him, doing hair, walking around talking to guests and staff. He does not place himself above anyone and will most definitely take the time to greet you with a handshake or a hug. It is guaranteed he would love to meet you, to thank you for your support, and to add a little more beauty to your life.