Meet the Family

Director of Education     

"THE HUNTER" 

Search up loyalty in the dictionary and you find Stephanie. Stephanie has been with ABA since its very first day. 7 years going strong. Stephanie has been in the hair industry since 2001. Her experience and expertise gives her the patience and resilience to help all our students find the path to complete there program successfully. Hence her nick name Stephanie enjoys the great outdoors and camping on her spare time.

EDUCATOR

"THE STORYTELLER"

Yes Mam!

Most notably the nicest person at the Academy. Carla has been a Licensed stylist for 14+ years. Her willingness and attention to her students goes over and beyond her job. Carla has been an absolute powerhouse to the ABA team. Carla's compassion and steady teachings is the reason students respond so well to the ABA curriculum. We are proud to have her as part of the Growing ABA family!

EDUCATOR 

"THE KING"

All Hail King Willie!

His name says it all. We are excited and absolutely honored to have Willie Join the ABA family. With over 15 years experience in barbering, Willie is a educator through and through. He has a tremendous passion in teaching and is an expert in all things afro! Willie King is the truest form of Passion in Barbering.

EDUCATOR 

"POPS"

 The Father of all Barbers. Fadel has over 30 years experience in the industry. We are both honored and proud to have Fadel as part of the ABA family. Fadel has been the inspiration behind Alberta Barbers Inception. His Joy to make people laugh and the passion for the art is what really makes you understand his drive. Fadel is the lovable dad that just wants to make you smile. His old techniques in teachings is what makes Alberta Barber Academy's "Old School Meets New School" slogan Really come to fruition. 

Student Services

"Big Sis"

Not the Bundi your thinking of. Amanda is the smallest bundle of laughter you can meet. Amanda has been with ABA since its inception in 2015. Amanda takes care of students applications for funding and the ABA family day to day operations. Amanda is the truest example of loyalty and Friendship!

Content Creator

"Zayners"

With 7+ years of experience, Maher has honed in on his skills in video and photo content creation to properly showcase what Alberta Barber Academy really has to offer. Check out our Art Of War event to see for yourself!

Educator

"King Kong"

With 7+ years of experience, Lynden once a student in the Academy is not only an instructor but a partner as well. Lynden prides himself on giving back to his community and ensures our Indigenous, Metis, Aboriginal and Inuit Students are on the path to success during and after completing there program.

Admissions

"The Mentor"

With 20+ years of experience, Manar is the Founder and co-owner of Alberta Barber Academy. Manar entered the industry by opening the first ever Barber Supply in Canada. After successfully opening ABA she focused her zone on education. Manar is proud of her families legacy. The Rahall's in Edmonton own over 200 Barbershops and Salons.