Miami, FL – On April 9, 2024, Miami Barber Institute (MBI), the premier South Florida institution dedicated to cultivating the next generation of barbers through exceptional education, celebrated a successful training session partnering with Rolda Cosmetics, a respected leading supplier in the barbering world. The event allowed students to learn directly from industry experts, gaining invaluable insights into the latest techniques and products. By engaging with top partners like Rolda USA, MBI ensures its students have advanced skills and knowledge to thrive in their professional journeys.

A Rich Heritage Informs Innovative Products

Rolda Cosmetics, a brand with a rich 30-year history, brings a unique perspective. Founded in Venezuela by Luigi, a visionary inspired by his family’s legacy in the beauty industry, Rolda offers products that bridge heritage and market needs. Drawing from his family’s experience as barbers, stylists, and shop owners in Venezuela and Italy, Luigi created a brand focused on “made for men, approved by barbers.”

This focus on the barber’s needs is evident in Rolda’s commitment to collaboration. They work directly with barber professionals across various countries to ensure their products address barbers’ specific challenges and desires. This hands-on approach results in a comprehensive line of professional-grade equipment and supplies, encompassing everything from combs and brushes to cutting-edge styling products and essential hair care items.

A Passion for Empowering the Next Generation

For Rolda, the love of the craft extends beyond product development. They share MBI’s commitment to fostering the next generation of barbers. This passion was evident in the recent session, where renowned Rolda educators and ambassadors Kevin Vasquez Torres and Edwin Cruz Delgado shared their extensive experience and industry knowledge with MBI students. The session focused on advanced barbering techniques and the secrets to unlocking the full potential of Rolda’s premium products. This focus on practical application, through hands-on demonstrations, provided students with invaluable insights that will translate directly into their future success.

The session wasn’t just about products but about fostering a love for the barbering profession. The Rolda ambassadors’ interactive approach, willingness to answer questions, and personalized guidance demonstrated their dedication to empowering future barbers. This collaborative effort between MBI and Rolda reflects a shared vision of nurturing and empowering emerging talent within the barbering industry.

Building the Future, One Graduate at a Time

MBI’s dedication to fostering a well-rounded educational experience extends beyond industry partnerships. The esteemed instructors and cofounders of MBI, including Luis Castillo (Co-owner), Tomas Castillo (Co-Owner, Lead Master Barber Instructor), Samantha Polanco (Master Barber Instructor), Lazaro Pérez (Master Barber Instructor), Jose Montano (Admissions Advisor), Sineade Leon (Director of First Impressions), and Tatiana Liberti (Academic Coordinator) actively participated in the session alongside the students. Their ongoing commitment to continuous learning, engagement with industry experts and fostering industry connections ensures that MBI graduates are well-versed in the fundamentals of barbering and prepared to embrace the latest trends and techniques used by the industry’s top professionals.

MBI extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Rolda USA directors, staff and ambassadors for their generous contribution of time, expertise, and dedication. Their passion for barbering and commitment to the next generation of Miami Barbers was evident in their interactive approach, willingness to answer questions, and personalized guidance. By partnering with leading figures like Rolda’s Kevin Vasquez Torres and Edwin Cruz Delgado, MBI equips its students and alums with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in their professional journeys. This ongoing responsibility to foster industry connections ensures that MBI graduates are well-versed in the fundamentals of barbering and prepared to embrace the latest trends and techniques used by the industry’s top professionals. Through these strategic partnerships, MBI continues to shape the future of barbering, one well-trained graduate at a time.