Born in Memphis, TN in 1958, she is the daughter of a preacher, James Davis, and her mother is Ann Davis.

Credentials:

• Graduated from East High School in 1975
• A.S. Degree in Business from Shelby State in 1977
• B.A.Degree in Theology The Way from the College of Indiana in 1984
• Cosmetology Diploma from Pro Way Hair School in 1989
• Cosmetology Teacher 1989/90 Memphis, TN

Ms. Davis has enjoyed her career as a teacher since 1984 where she began teaching in Muncie, Indiana. In 1987, she moved back to Memphis, TN and attended Pro Way Hair School, thus beginning her cosmetology career. After completing the cosmetology instructors program, she was hired by Francis Sullivan at Pro Way Hair School and she quickly became the Director of Education for Pro Way Hair School. Pro Way gave her many opportunities in the hair field. She soon became a traveling director and teacher on the east coast. She finally settled in Jonesboro, Georgia. After 5 years, Francis Sullivan, Owner/President of Pro Way Hair School, offered her the opportunity of becoming partners with himself and his son, Steve Sullivan. Steve and Ms. Davis have managed and maintained Pro Way Hair School in Stone Mountain, Georgia since 1998. In October 2005, they opened their most prized location at 5684 Memorial Drive, Stone Mountain, Georgia. Their brand new location was built from the ground up. Pro Way Hair School is still thriving now in 2011 and doing well. In 2005, they had 4 employees; and now have 19. Their goal is to educate, produce professionals, and infiltrate Georgia's most honorable and upstanding citizens.

Sharon H. Mincey was born 3rd of five girls and a native of Atlanta. She was educated in Atlanta Public School System and attended Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts for 2 years. Sharon came into the hair business in the early 80's when her sister, Cheryl, opened her first salon. She started out cleaning the shop and shampooing clients. As time went by, she became an apprentice to Cheryl and went on to acquire her Master Cosmetologist License. In 2003-04, she enrolled in the hair schools and earned her Instructors License. Since acquiring her Instructors License, Sharon has been an instructor at the hair schools, Empire Beauty School, Atlanta Technical College, and now at Pro Way Hair School. Sharon realizes you must have a passion for whatever you do and thanks God daily that she has a job she loves. Sharon has always managed to have a good rapport with students and co-workers. She is dedicated to her craft and continues to work in the salon as well as in the classroom.

The following is Mr. Beavers' philosophy on education and his role in the field.

Success occurs when preparation meets opportunity. As educators, it is our duty to prepare those who have taken the opportunity to better themselves. I have a love for learning which I feel is essential to this profession. We shouldn’t ever think we are too big to learn, regardless of education, social status, or material wealth. We all can and should learn from one another.

Barbering has been and still is one of my passions for over 22 years. As an instructor for the past 8 years, my appreciation for this craft grows continually.

Mr. Whitfield has been a barber for over half of his life. He enjoys this profession and has a passion for it with all his heart; that is the reason he choose to become a professional educator. He attended Pro Way Hair School and completed the Jr. Instructor Program in 2009. He is very ambitious and determined to achieve any goal that he sets. He has participated in Hosea Feed the Hungry as well as the 2nd Blessings Organization. He is happy as well as excited about the profession he has chosen and very eager to learn as much as he can. He strives to become the best Barber Stylist Educator he can Be.

Mr. Buggs is licensed in both cosmetology as well as barbering and he is also licensed to teach in both areas as well. He received his barber training at Atlanta Technical Institute, now Atlanta Technical College, his cosmetology training at DeKalb College, cosmetology instructor training at Metro Beauty School, and barber instructor training at Profile Institute of Hair Care.

He has volunteered as a Barber for Hosea Feed the Hungry since 1989 and constantly encourages students to participate. In 1994, He received the Teacher of the Year award at Metropolitan Hair School. He has had the honor of judging the Bronner Brothers Barbering Contest in 1996. He was honored for his years of service by Hosea Feed the Hungry in 2009. In 2009, he was also awarded Teacher of the Year at Pro Way Hair School.

Ms. Walker attended Mississippi Valley St. University, Mississippi University for Women, and Georgia State University. She majored in Sociology, Criminology, and minored in Religion. She also received her cosmetology and Instructor's training at Beauty College of America.

Her work experience includes work as an instructor in the Lowdnes County School District, as a Communication Specialists, Licensed Private Investigator, Stylist, Salon Owner, Salon Manager, Recruiter, and State Board Prep Tutor. She is a member of The Association of Cosmetology Salon Professionals (ACSP) and has participated in the Bronner Brothers Hair Show as an Assistant Cutting Instructor. Outside of the area of cosmetology, she is the National Vice President of The Union-Hunt & Columbus Connections Scholarship Reunion Club, President of F.F.E. Social Club, a member of Mu Rho Sigma Sorority, as well as a member of Eastern Star. She was voted the 2009 Excellence Instructors Award at Pro Way Hair School.

Cheryl Sinkfield-Hall is an award winning hair stylist licensed for more than 35 years as a stylist and 23 years as a licensed cosmetology instructor. She was educated at Pro Beauty School on historic Auburn Avenue in Atlanta, Georgia. She later attended DeKalb Beauty school to further her education. Cheryl has been a hair salon and cosmetology school owner for more than 30 years. As a stylist extraordinaire, Cheryl takes great pride in creating beautiful healthy hair that works for her clients. She is passionate about discovering what makes people joyful with regards to their beauty care and hair design.

Native of Savannah, Georgia. Mrs. Renee Dozier has 33 years experience as a Master Cosmetologist and 10 years as a Cosmetology Instructor. Although, she has a Bachelor's of Science from Savannah State College, she was also educated at Savannah Area Technical School and Projections School of Beauty & Design. She has served as a Continuing Education Instructor for Billy Wilson's along with participating with the School-wide Enrichment Program for Public Schools of Chatham County. Along with her many accomplishments, a special commendation was when Mrs. Dozier received a Certificate of Appreciation from Cosmetology Clusters.

Marcia Black has been in the beauty and fashion industry for 20 years. She attended cosmetology school at the age of 16 and went back to school at 18 to obtain her instructor's license. At the time she entered the field of cosmetology, her hometown of PGH was considered a small city east of Cleveland and was therefore not on the cutting edge of styles due to the popularity of the Jheri Curl. Ms. Black considers herself very fortunate to have started her career in a salon that put education first. She learned precision cutting which naturally brought out her creativity when it came to styling and led to her understanding of how powerful knowledge really is in this business. This experience led her to do platform work at the age of 23, conduct classes at major trade shows and eventually salon management. In salon management she learned valuable lessons which prepared her when she decided to open her own salon.

Prior to coming to Pro Way Ms. Black became a proctor for the state board of cosmetology while working as a national educator for a color company and it was then that she felt she was not giving enough back to the field and she decided to move to Georgia and utilize her instructor's license. She hopes to give the upcoming hair designers some of the principles that helped shape her career and help with giving them the vision that they need in order to succeed and go anywhere in the business. To sum up her role at Pro Way, Ms. Black says, "I Love to Teach"

Credentials:

• Native of New Jersey
• Licensed Cosmetologist for over 16 years
• Hairstylist for over 21 years
• Former platform artist
• Certified in Hair cutting, Coloring, and Weaving
• Instructor of Advanced Cosmetology Education

Ms. Jones is dedicated to and passionate about the field of cosmetology. She is very enthusiastic and energetic and she brings a fun and exciting teaching style to the Pro Way Family. Her students see her has fashionable, trendy, and very motivating. She has a genuine love for fashion, beauty, and style. She enjoys working at Pro Way hair school because she believes she is surrounded by the best teachers and staff in the business.

Ms. McCarty views her experience as a barber instructor by remembering her childhood. She says, "...And to think from a little girl to my teenage years, all the nights when I had to roll my Mom's hair with pink sponge rollers, rub grease on, and scratch my Dad's scalp just to earn allowance money would employ me in the professional Barber/Beauty Industry today. It is fascinating to know that your passion for this industry truly begins with amateur experiences like these. Making the decision to further my education in this industry has been exciting, well-worth it, and a blessing in my life."

Experiences such as those are what inspired her to begin her education with a 1500 hour Master Barber curriculum at The Hair School. Later, she was inspired to complete a 750 hour Master Barber Instructor curriculum at Pro Way Hair School. Currently, her industry position is teaching the barber freshman evening class here at Pro Way as well as professionally servicing clients in the barbershop.

Mr. Dumas has been professionally involved in the hair care industry for over 20 years. With that time, he has gained an invaluable amount of experience in the field. He completed his barber training at the now legendary Brown’s Barber College. Upon completion, he went on to work in and manage some of the trendiest barbershops and salons in DeKalb County. Shortly thereafter, he had a grand opening of his own. With the many successes and accomplishments, he asked the question “How can this information be passed on?” He then decided to receive his instructor training at Profile Institute of Barber Styling. From there, he went on to live the African Proverb…each one teach one-with integrity. Thanks Pro Way!

Mrs. Lancaster has been in the beauty industry for the last twenty years. She began in high school in the late 80's where she acquired 750 hours and then continued her education at the Academy of Scientific Hair Design in New Orleans, LA where she acquired her license as a Master Cosmetologist. She enjoys the profession and has a real passion for people. Before moving to Georgia, Mrs. Lancaster owned and operated a beauty salon in Louisiana called "Upscale Hair Studio" however, the salon was lost in 2005 during Hurricane Katrina. She then moved to the Stone Mountain, GA area where she attended PRO WAY HAIR SCHOOL and received her Instructor's License in 2007. Mrs. Lancaster is very enthusiastic and very creative when it comes to teaching the students here at Pro Way. Her students see her as fun, motivating, and compassionate. She loves working at Pro Way because she believes in what they stand for...EDUCATION!!

With 18 years of experience in the barber industry, being very involved in competing state-to-state winning many awards, traveling as a platform artist with Bigen, the number one hair coloring company in the world. and teaching coloring in several schools, Mr. Jackson has made his presence known in the barber industry. Mr. Jackson says, “With passion comes the desire for more”. He feels the one way to make a difference is to be different. Moving from New Jersey to Georgia and obtaining a bachelor’s degree in education from Clark Atlanta University, Mr. Jackson strives to make a difference in the educational industry by holding students to the highest standards, and teaching at the highest level. Mr. Jackson will encourage you, push you and build your confidence through your journey to becoming a professional master barber.