Why Small Businesses Matter
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You're IT Adam Broderick Salon & Spa!
Four questions with Adam Broderick, founder of Adam Broderick Salon & Spa.
Why did you start your business?
I grew up in NYC working with top hairstylists and colorists at 2 of the most prestigious salons on 5th Ave & 57th. I relocated to Connecticut to pursue a relationship however found the commute back to NYC too time-consuming. As I looked for a career opportunity closer to home I felt there was a gap.
I knew if I incorporated the critical success factors of the best NY Salons ie; training, technical excellence, great customer service & easy access, and wrapped this new business in a culture of integrity, caring, and giving back, we might have a chance of creating something amazing.
What is your best-selling product/service?
Hair and Spa services in that order... The Nail Bar & AB Boutique are also our favorites. The alchemy of great customer service supporting all of the above makes a visit to Adam Broderick Salon & Spa a beautiful & convenient experience.
How many local businesses do you use to support your business (products and services) and can you name them?
We have a large team of co-workers and I believe most of them shop heavily in Ridgefield, I know I certainly do! Our breakfast, lunch and dinner deliveries (all are local) Ridgefield Supply, Gallo, The Hide Away, Luc's, Ridgefield Organics, Nature's Temptations, Young's, Doyle Coffin Architecture, Fairfield County Bank, Union Savings Bank... it would be easier to name the merchants we don't use often!
Have you "reimagined" your small business?
Always, every day since the first day we opened! My vision and leadership style is anchored in a mindset of continuous improvement. The beauty industry is all about change, identifying current & evolving lifestyles along with relevant trends. Not to be confused with overreacting to pop culture! Lifestyle, culture & personal priorities are always evolving, more now than ever!
I am very involved in my industry and work with a few trend forecasting agencies. Our current reentry and the beginning of post-pandemic life will be filled with new ideas and opportunities that will help redefine beauty, wellness, and daily life for us all.
Adam Broderick Salon & Spa has two locations - one in Ridgefield on 89 Danbury Road, and the other one in Southbury on 730 Main Street South. Visit them online here, and make sure to check out their Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages as well!
HamletHub thanks Fairfield County Bank for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible!