From Ex-Felon To Business Pioneer
In a monumental entrepreneurial achievement, Shaun “Lucky” Corbett continued blazing trails by opening his third barbershop inside a Walmart store. The North Carolina native, known for his extensive community outreach, already made history in 2019 by launching the first ever black-owned barbershop to operate within the retail giant’s locations.
Corbett originally opened the pioneering Lucky Spot Barbershop in Walmart’s Wilkinson Boulevard location after owning a successful independent shop for close to a decade. His barbershop chain, distinguished by its commitment to uplift underserved neighborhoods through education and mentoring initiatives, attracts wide acclaim.
As the first African American ever to achieve this barbershop expansion feat with Walmart, he exemplifies how grace and perseverance overcome immense obstacles.
Checkered Past To Generous Benefactor
In interview after interview, Shaun Corbett transparently discusses his extraordinary personal journey. As a Brooklyn youth immersed in drugs and crime, he never envisioned escaping that dangerous world or living past 20 years old.
But after multiple arrests, Corbett experienced an epiphany about changing life trajectories. He moved down south pursuing honest work, eventually attending barber school while supporting himself with other jobs.
After finally opening his own shop on North Tryon Street in 2010, Corbett vowed to use it as a transformative community hub. True to his word, Lucky Spot Barbershop sponsors neighborhood youth programs while also feeding and clothing local families in need.
Corbett also co-founded Cops & Barbers, a nationally recognized initiative bridging divides between police and communities of color. It typifies his evolution into a generous giver back.
One Shop Multiplied To Advance Bold Vision
In Shaun Corbett’s mind, his barbershop inside Wilkinson Boulevard Walmart represents just the start. He now sets sights on placing a Lucky Spot in underserved neighborhoods across America to spread his ethos elevating residents.
The serial entrepreneur also offers educational scholarships at each location, preparing the next generation of barbers to uplift their own communities. As Corbett expands his Walmart footprint achieving the seemingly impossible, he moves closer toward fulfilling grand ambitions.
Through the simple act of welcoming people into his barber chair, Shaun “Lucky” Corbett authors an incredible tale of personal reform and purpose. His ever-growing list of barbershops inside the world’s largest retailer spotlights the potential within everyone to positively impact society.
