From Barbershop to Franchise: David Kelman on Luxury Grooming & SMP

Success doesn’t happen by accident—it takes strategic planning, intentional growth, and a clear vision. In this episode of Whiskey & Business, Josh and Travis of TBD Marketing sit down with David Kelman, owner of Lake City Deluxe Barber Shop and SMP INK CDA, to discuss how he built Coeur d'Alene’s first luxury barber shop and expanded his business with scalp micropigmentation (SMP), opening the door to franchising. Learn how moving with purpose, smart business planning, and innovation can turn a local brand into a thriving franchise.