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Bizline: Rana’s New Generation
Published 5:25pm Sunday, July 8, 2012Name of business: Rana’s New Generation
Name of owners: Janice Hensel and Juli Donohue
Address of business: 525 N. 17th St., Niles
Date business opened: 1957
What type of business do you operate — what you sell, services provided? Beauty salon — We provide tanning; most hair services; waxing; some trendy services such as feathers, colored hair extensions and glitter body art. We also sell Paul Mitchell, Redken, Sexy Hair and Opi products.
What sets your business apart from similar ventures? For one thing, the longevity of our salon, 50-plus years, is a long time for any business, especially salons. It is also family-owned and we are on our fourth-generation stylist.
What customers do you reach? We feel we have a spot for all clients. We have employees in their 20s on up. We keep up on new styles and fads by going to hair shows, but we also have the skills for the more mature woman.
How does the future look? We are looking forward to another 50 years. We offer quality services fro all ages and stand behind our work. Call today for an appointment; walk-ins welcome, but we recommend an appointment.
Recognition/awards: Best of the Best Readers’ Choice Award
Telephone number: (269) 683-6335
Hours: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday; 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; and closed Sunday.
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I remember when Rana’s Hair Fashion Studio was in Eastgate Shopping Center. Rana and Mr. Pat were regular customers at my dad’s store, Western Auto. And all the ‘Western Auto’ women went to Rana’s for our hair cuts and styling. I had Mr. Pat do my hair when I was getting my senior picture done back in 1965. Congratulations to the new generation and good luck to you all.