“Vance the Barber” is one of Tupelo’s top source for men’s grooming needs, a role he has held for 11 years. Vance journey toward becoming a barber goes back at the age of 11 years old. His mom was a beautician and he use to spend his summers sitting around in her salon watching the barber’s do their job. He valued the skill that these men portrayed and began to teach himself how to cut hair. Of course his first cut was not his best but Vance was determined to master his desired style. With lots of practice he soon excelled at cutting his own hair.

For most of his high school friends he became the go to barber, a role that continued through his college days. After much soul searching, he stepped out on faith and enrolled in barbering school. Vance completed his formal training and began his barbering career. During this time he launched his own grooming service known as Professional Image Studio located inside of Hands on Touch Salon.

Over the next few years he was known as more than a groomer or barber. His reputation was that of a “master barber.” With daily blogs and ongoing videos, he began receiving emails and calls on a daily basis from potential clients. With this, his reputation grew and his working schedule became even more busy.

Today, the name “Vance the Barber” has become a brand in itself. The barber continue to grow the name through appearances, education and client interaction. He is truly an example of how following his passion has led him to great success. “If you love what you do, life is to be lived, not worked.”

Vance is currently living in Tupelo, MS with his three daughters Asia, ZaKayla, and Chloe.