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“College of Hair Design students and Greg Howard pay a visit to the newly opened Barber Shop called \u201cAce of Fades\u201d in Omaha. Ace of Fades owner Angel Flores graduated from CHD in 2018 and shown standing to the left of Greg above. He is an example of many CHD students who have fulfilled their goal and dream of owning their own business.”<\/p>
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The programs at the College of Hair Design provides detailed fundamentals for success working in the beauty industry, whether you go on to own your own salon or join an established business. 33% of all individuals in personal appearance occupations are self-employed; 61% of salon businesses are owned by women. Employment of barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 13 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.<\/p>
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Students receive direct instruction in setting goals for their success, building clientele, retail product sales, and business ownership including day trips to Nebraska salons and potential employers.\u00a0CHD\u2019s reputation and relationship with Salons and Spas enables us to assist our graduates in finding employment. 89% of CHD barber graduates and 85% of cosmetology graduates found employment in our industry.<\/p>
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Industry leaders in hair<\/a> and esthetics<\/a> provide ongoing live demonstrations and training to our students, keeping them up-to-date\u00a0<\/span>with current and evolving techniques. The\u00a0<\/span>beauty industry is continuously developing new\u00a0<\/span>products and methods to offer guests. Our <\/span>students learn from the best, giving them an\u00a0<\/span>advantage when they begin their careers; they\u00a0<\/span>are equipped with skills and practice in adapting\u00a0<\/span>to a variety of industry demands.<\/span><\/p> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”13px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p> All-school Demo with Matrix Guest artist Leah Sterk on stage with CHD instructor Andres Martinez and student Jake Erwin. 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Nationally and internationally acclaimed colorist and trainer, Leah brings her own personal style and fresh approach to color every time. Her enthusiasm energizes audiences, while her unique teaching style motivates and inspires hairdressers worldwide. Leah\u2019s passion for education continues to be her driving force in the industry today. As Senior Manager of the Matrix Global Academy, she is personally committed to the success of the C.R.A.F.T. education methodology to encourage creativity, innovation and excellence in all salon professionals.<\/p> <\/i><\/a><\/p> [\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Kenny Duncan” position=”Guest Artist” image_url=”https:\/\/collegeofhairdesign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/guest-kenny-duncan.jpg” icon_color=”#ffffff” use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”30px” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Adamina||||||||” header_font_size=”28px” body_line_height=”1.8em” position_text_color=”#ffffff” body_link_text_color=”#ffffff” body_link_font_size=”30px” background_layout=”dark” scroll_horizontal_motion=”24|50|50|74|4|0|-4″ scroll_fade_enable=”on” scroll_fade=”11|50|50|87|0|100|100″ box_shadow_style_image=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p> Andis Lead Educator Kenny Duncan came to both Downtown and East Campus to provide clipper education. Kenny is a nationally known barber, stylist, educator and salon owner. Kenny is the barber for several Grammy Award-winning artists and has toured the world as the barber for the Lady Gaga\u2019s production team. Kenny has also styled for major motion films such as \u201cFantastic Four\u201d and \u201cCreed\u201d starring Michael B. Jordan. He has been the co-owner of a well-known 14 chair salon called Main Attraction Unisex Salon for 12 years and has educated for the Andis Company for 12 years and Hattori Hanzo Shears. Kenny is known for his contribution of inspiration, education, and motivation to the barber industry as apart of MLB, Xotics, Andis and ClipperEducation.com. Kenny was a big hit with both our cosmetology and barbering students.<\/p> <\/i><\/a><\/p> [\/et_pb_team_member][et_pb_team_member name=”Chris Macias” position=”Guest Artist” image_url=”https:\/\/collegeofhairdesign.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/guest-chris-macias.jpg” icon_color=”#ffffff” use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”30px” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_font=”Adamina||||||||” header_font_size=”28px” body_line_height=”2em” position_text_color=”#ffffff” body_link_text_color=”#ffffff” body_link_font_size=”30px” background_layout=”dark” child_filter_saturate=”9%” scroll_horizontal_motion=”24|50|50|74|4|0|-4″ scroll_fade_enable=”on” scroll_fade=”11|50|50|87|0|100|100″ box_shadow_style_image=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p> A master barber educator for Hattori Hanzo Shears, Chris Macias aka Ghost the Barber is passionate, positive and dedicated to working, teaching, coaching and mentoring. Committed to being a life-long learner, staying current on techniques and trends to better give clients the technical and professional skills they deserve, in order to find success in the beauty industry. Ghost the Barber comes from a beauty industry family generations deep. Growing up in barbershops of California\u2019s central valley, his time sweeping floors to shining shoes gave him his early exposure to the life and styles of barbering. His love is what groomed him, but his passion is what drives him!<\/p> Education with Industry Leaders: Luis Alvarez<\/span><\/em><\/h2>
Luis Alvarez; co-founder of Aquage haircare and now VP of Marketing, Creative and Education of BaByliss PRO gives a class along with platform artist and CHD grad Tausha Ostrander at College of Hair Design East<\/a>. Tausha also is the owner-operator<\/a> of Serenity Salon in Lincoln.<\/p> Guest Artists That Have Been at CHD<\/h2>