INSTRUCTORS

Cornelius Whitfield

Director of Barber School | Full Time

Mr. Cornelius Whitfield is the Director of the Barbering Program at Pro Way Hair School. Mr. Whitfield has been a barber for 34 years. Starting at the age of sixteen. Mr. Whitfield earned his Barbers License thru apprenticeship under the tutelage of his father. Mr. Whitfield’s passion for his profession is the reason he chose to become a professional educator. He attended Pro Way Hair School and completed the Instructor Program in 2009. Mr. Whitfield’s enthusiasm for the profession he has chosen is recognizable by the students he instructs as he works towards continued improvement in his students and himself.

Mr. Tommy M. Harris 

Assistant Barber Director/Barbering Instructor | Full Time

Mr. Tommy M. Harris is the Assistant Barber Director/Barbering Instructor at Pro Way Hair School. Mr. Harris is a U.S. Army Veteran for 14 years. Mr. Harris is a Pro Way Alumni and earned his Barber License through Pro Way Hair School. Mr. Harris’ passion for his profession is the reason he chose to become a professional educator. Mr. Harris’ enthusiasm for the profession is recognizable by his willingness to provide the best education and experience he can by “teaching, coaching, and mentorship”.

Symbia Freeman

Licensed Barber Instructor | Full Time

Symbia Freeman is an alumnus of Pro Way Hair School. She is a Licensed Barber Instructor for Pro Way Hair School and a Licensed Master Barber with 7 years of professional expertise in the barbering industry. Originally from the small town of Comer, Georgia. Symbia brings creativity, structure, and passion to every aspect of her craft.

Dedicated to elevating the next generation of barbers, she combines technical precision with a fun and engaging approach to learning. Her goal is to inspire creativity, professionalism, and confidence in her students—while reminding them that barbering is both an art and a lifestyle.

Outside the barbershop, Symbia enjoys traveling and spending time in nature, drawing inspiration from the world around her to bring fresh perspectives back to her work behind the chair and in the classroom.