Small Business & Non-Profit Secrets to Success: Williams Barber College
Entrepreneurship & excellent haircuts
Three decades ago, James Thomas learned his trade at Williams Barber College in Fort Worth, Texas. In 2012, he bought the school. Now, he’s training the next generation of barbers to be masters of their craft—as well as local entrepreneurs.
“So many people have gone on to own their own businesses from coming through the barber program,” James said. “I’ve got so many students—I’m so proud of them—they’ve got their own salons, barbershops. Some of them have got beauty supply stores. They’ve done so much. It really makes me feel good about what I’m doing.”
According to James, sanitation is the cornerstone of a top-quality barbershop. To ensure that both the customers and the staff stay safe and healthy, Williams Barber College needs a steady stream of professional cleaning supplies, from disinfectants to hand soap. That’s why we gave James a six-month Walmart Business+ subscription.
With Walmart Business+, James will get free shipping,1 free delivery from nearby Walmart stores on orders over $352 and 2% cash back rewards on orders more than $250.3 Together, these benefits could help his school save more than $500 per year.4 If you want your business to enjoy the same benefits, then check out the Walmart Business+ membership and start saving today.
Check out the video to hear what James had to say about building a successful business while giving back to a historic neighborhood.
Watch the video above to learn more about how Walmart Business has helped Williams Barber College train the next generation of barbers and local entrepreneurs, and click here to view more Walmart Business customer stories.
1 Excludes most Marketplace items, freight and certain location surcharges.
2 Restrictions apply. Additional fee applies for Express delivery.
3 Exclusions apply. See full terms for details.
4 Savings based on 1 free $35+ delivery order vs. $9.95 fee and 1 free shipping order under $35 vs. $6.99 fee biweekly, plus 2% Walmart Business rewards on monthly order >$250 (average value of $400).
