Faculty
Meet the Team
Welcome to the Associated Barber College team page, where you can meet the dedicated faculty and professionals who make our program exceptional. Each team member brings valuable experience, skill, and passion for the craft of barbering. Click on any profile to learn more about their background, expertise, and the unique perspective they bring to our students’ education.
Mr. Joseph J. Roccoforte
Director & Lead Theory
Instructor
Mr. Leandro
Gan
Senior Practical Instructor – Haircutting & Shaving
Mr. Nicholas Cummings
Instructor – Barbering & Student Development
Mr. Sherwin
Mora
Theory Instructor – Barbering & Cosmetology
Ms. Melissa Garcia
Instructor – Theory & Practical Education
Ms. “Lena” Roccoforte
Educator – Barbering, Cosmetology & Color Theory
Mr. Samuel “Sam” Martinez
Instructor – Theory, Practical Education & Advanced Cutting
Ms. Katarina Guzman
Instructor – Color, Long Hair & Advanced Styling
Mr. Ryan Martinez
Instructor – Theory & Practical Education
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The Pulse of the Chair: How Barbershops and Salons Shape Community
Step into any barbershop or salon and you’ll feel it right away - the energy, the conversations, the sense of belonging. These spaces are more than just places for haircuts and beauty services. They’re community hubs, cultural landmarks, and stages where personal...
From Chair to Confidence: How Barbering and Cosmetology Transform More Than Looks
A great haircut or style does more than change how someone looks - it changes how they feel. Step into any barbershop or salon and you’ll see it happen every day. Shoulders straighten. Smiles widen. Eyes light up. It’s the unspoken magic of the craft, and it’s why...
Your Craft, Your Way: Why Adaptability Sets Top Barbers and Cosmetologists Apart
In 2025, change is the only constant. Styles evolve. Clients’ needs shift. New products and technologies come and go. The professionals who thrive are the ones who embrace change, adapt quickly, and bring their unique vision to everything they do. At Associated Barber...


