Meet Our Team
Two skilled stylists with a passion for their craft
Charles A. Johnson
Owner & Master Barber
70+ Years Experience
Charles A. Johnson has been a fixture in the Blacksburg community for decades. Born in the Wake Forest community, Mr. Johnson began cutting hair in 1952 at Christiansburg Institute.
After serving as a Military Policeman during the Korean War, he joined Virginia Tech's campus barbershop in 1956. In the early 1960s, he made history by integrating Virginia Tech's barbershop—years before the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
For over 40 years, Mr. Johnson served as the official barber for Virginia Tech's Corps of Cadets. In 1974, he opened one of Blacksburg's first Black-owned barbershops. Today, he still actively cuts hair and even makes house calls for customers who cannot travel.
In 2023, he received the Rotary Club Professional Leadership Award for his decades of community service.
"It should be your pleasure to sit in his chair."— Customer Review
Melinda Montgomery
Stylist
25 Years Experience
Melinda is your go-to for perms and classic haircuts. With a talent for creating volume, texture, and lasting style, she helps clients achieve their perfect look.
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