Barbers from 14 countries are converging on Sterling, Illinois, as finalists in the Wahl Global Barber of the Year competition. Wahl Clipper Corporation announced today that these skilled professionals will tour the company’s historic headquarters—a milestone for the town where the first motorized hair clipper was invented.
The finalists’ journey includes a behind-the-scenes look at production before the big contest in Chicago this May. Wahl’s event shines a spotlight on Sterling’s legacy in grooming innovation and marks a unique opportunity for the visiting barbers to connect with the origins of their craft.