-OUR TEAM-

Halli

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Professional since -
2009
Started at OTB -
2016
Outside the barbershop -
I like going to local shows, enjoying good food and cocktails. Trolling Craigslist, DIY projects and spending time at home.
Favorite Chicago spot -
My back porch in the summer. My bed in the winter, and The Matchbox for anytime in-between. I also enjoy riding my bike to the beach when I have no other obligations.
Favorite Music/Festival -
I enjoy a wide variety of music. Mostly prefer smaller shows but Riot Fest is one of my favorites.

Richard

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Professional since -
1991
Started at OTB -
2014
Outside the barbershop -
I spend most of my free time with my dogs. Occasionally you'll find me out and having a drink or three.
Favorite Chicago spot - Nordstrom's/Nordstrom Rack.
Favorite Music/Festival -
Old School Chicago and Soulful House Music, 80's/90's New Wave and Alterative, Indie and R&B to name a few,

Austin

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Professional since -
2011
Started at OTB -
2015
Outside the barbershop -
Hanging out with my dog Elliot and sippin' wine with friends.
Favorite Chicago spot -
North avenue beach in the winter with my pup.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
I enjoy anything with a good beat. The Weeknd is my favorite. Belmont music fest and Wells Street art fair. 

Colette

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Professional since -
2017
Started at OTB -
2019
Outside the barbershop -
Kicking it with my angel pit bull Maeve, going to the movie theater and eating like all the time.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Garfield park conservatory, Douglas Park, Cafe Con Leche De Noche, La Catedral Cafe, Taqueria El Pastor, Lake Shore.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Straight up anything, My favorite playlist is things I've shazamed through out the day. 

Cristian

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Professional since -
2011
Started at OTB -
2018
Outside the barbershop -
I love boxing, working out, hanging out with friends having good food and drinks.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Oh man can't answer that, there's so many great places in the city.
Favorite Music/Festival -
Rock, Metal, Pop, Indie, Electronica, Hip Hop, Honestly I love all music.

Katy

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Professional since -
2014
Started at OTB -
2017
Outside the barbershop -
I love spending time with friends, going to music festivals and anything related to Chance The Rapper.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Boiler Room
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Electric Daisy Carnival! 

Aly

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Professional since -
2008
Started at OTB -
2019
Outside the barbershop -
Travel, reading, hanging out with my dogs, friends and family,

Favorite Chicago spot -
the beach in the summer, any dog friendly patio, Old Town Ale House,
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Renegade Craft Fair and Riot Fest

Alex

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Professional since -
2012
Started at OTB -
2019
Outside the barbershop -
Skateboard, travel and spend time with close family.
Favorite Chicago spot -

Navy Pier
Favorite Music/Festival - 
punk rock, salsa and most fast paced music

Gloria

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Professional since -
2011
Started at OTB -
2018
Outside the barbershop -
Spending time with family.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Drum Bar
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Riot Fest

Allyson

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Professional since -

2012
Started at OTB -

2020

Outside the barbershop -

I like to hang out with my family and friends.
Favorite Chicago spot -
The Blind Barber.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Riot Fest

Eric

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Professional since -

2020
Started at OTB -
2020
Outside the barbershop -
Exploring the city/graffiti with my French bulldog,Gus. Cooking/Baking. Biking the lakefront.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Portillo's, Kuma's Corner, Al's Beef, Queen! At Smartbar Sunday's.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Chicago House, Pop, Rap, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Jazz/Funk, Indie.

Not really a festival guy; dream concert would be to have seen No No No... Notorious BIG!

Lauren

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Professional since -

2006
Started at OTB -

2019
Outside the barbershop - 

Strenth training, chillen poolside, thrifting, wine tasting, vacationing to visit friends and going on adventures. 

Favorite Chicago spot - 

the beach!
Favorite Music/Festival - 

Stacey Q,/Riot Fest.  
 

Tonya

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Professional since -
2015
Started at OTB -
2019
Outside the barbershop -
Cooking, spending time with my pup Edward and watching tv.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Garfield conservatory/botanic garden.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Mamby on the beach.

Porsha

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Professional since -

2010
Started at OTB -
2018
Outside the barbershop -
I like to ride my bike around the lake. I like going to shows and trying new food around the city.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Loyola Beach.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Rise Against, Streetlight Manifesto, The Weeknd, Nicky Jam, Maluma. Riot Fest is my favorite!

Dee

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Professional since -

2012
Started at OTB -
2020
Outside the barbershop -
Patio, brunches, ending the day with my dog, 2 cats and an old horror movie.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Dry Hop
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Literally anything and everything but country. Bring back Mayhem Fest?

Bender

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Professional since -

2018
Started at OTB -
2021
Outside the barbershop -
Having a handy shandy in my moms backyard with my family and girlfriend while playing with my two year old niece.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Tweet in Uptown! I love a good brunch spot.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
Anything with a good beat to it! Any fest I can get in free!

Ricky

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Professional since -

2014
Started at OTB -
2020
Outside the barbershop -
Concerts, sports games, traveling.
Favorite Chicago spot -
Chicago River Walk, Wrigley Field, any sky deck bar/grill. 
Favorite Music/Festival - 
I'm a rocker, anything from 80's to today's heavy metal.

Beth

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Professional since -

2016
Started at OTB -
2021
Outside the barbershop -
Practicing yoga, hanging with my animals and crocheting.
Favorite Chicago spot -
The dog beach and street fests in the summer.
Favorite Music/Festival - 
I love Indie music and anything I can dance to.