By Mitten Barber Expo Follow 15070 Dix Toledo Road Nov 23 from 11am to 8pm EST Overview Get ready to see the top barbers show off their skills & creativity at Mitten Barber Expo , a showcase of talent and style — in The Lab! Welcome to Mitten Barber Expo: The Lab Experience! Join us at Hair Lab Detroit Barber School for a day filled with barbering magic. Get ready to witness live demos, learn new techniques, and connect with fellow barbers in the industry. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone passionate about the craft. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your skills and network with like-minded individuals. See you there!
The mission of the Men's Health Event and "Team Waymaster" beyond event day. It's a structured way to give back to the community and honor Chris Waymaster's legacy, with grooming services.
The mission of the Men's Health Event and "Team Waymaster" beyond event day. It's a structured way to give back to the community and honor Chris Waymaster's legacy, with grooming services.
The Barcos Foundation addresses the crisis in Michigan's barbering industry following the closing of schools like the Michigan Barber School. Discover our work in legislative advocacy, vocational education, and student support to ensure a future for this essential profession.
The Kindness Jar: The Kindness Impact Tracker, inspired by the World Kindness Movement and the Barcos Foundation, serves as a vibrant hub to celebrate, encourage, and visualize acts of kindness. It aims to foster a positive, supportive community by inspiring individuals to perform and acknowledge kind deeds, demonstrating how even small actions contribute to a more compassionate world and align with a "STEMming from Kindness" initiative.
"Michigan requires a license to work in 175 occupations — from barbers to auto mechanics. These restrictions affect more than one million workers, or about one in five members of the state’s workforce. Many of these license requirements defy logic and common sense. Barbers in Michigan need more training hours than airline pilots need for their federal license."
Tiff Massey and Gov. Whitmer at DIA
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Learn how to retwist hair safely and efficiently while saving money and creating extra income. Includes lifetime access, printable PDF, and quick quizzes to reinforce learning. Follow @jazcustomsbeautyllc for more tips.
Empowering Underserved Communities through STEM & Workforce Development
STEM Education for Social Mobility: Educating Hair Industry Professionals and Educating Communities to Thrive
Featured Initiatives
STEM Workforce Development
Expanding STEM education into nontraditional fields, creating career opportunities for all and underrepresented communities through training and partnerships.
One Voice
Supporting everyone by providing resources and outreach programs for all, women, minorities, and marginalized groups in STEM careers.
Kindness, Mentorship & Support
Connecting participants with industry professionals for guidance, career counseling, financial aid, and skill development programs.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Barcos Foundation is committed to empowering individuals through education and workforce development in non-traditional and traditional STEM fields. By breaking down barriers, we create equitable opportunities that enable underrepresented communities and all people to thrive in high-demand careers, driving progress and innovation in society.
Educating Hair Industry Professionals.
Educating the Public.
Success Stories
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A young woman from an underserved community pursued a tech career through our mentorship, now working as a software engineer.
Maria Payton
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A former cosmetology student integrated STEM skills into their profession, launching a successful salon focused on science-driven haircare solutions.
Jamie Kokot
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Our apprenticeship program helped a struggling student secure a stable, high-paying job in the technology industry.
Robert Matthew
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A participant in our Research & Development program developed an eco-friendly haircare solution now sold nationwide.
Keith Finley
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