DC Board of Barber & Cosmetology June Meeting
The District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology regulates the practice of barbers, body artists, and cosmetologists, including specialty cosmetology practices such as braiding, electrolysis, esthetics, manicuring and others as the Mayor may from time to time establish by rule, instructors and managers of these practices, and owners of such facilities. The Board works diligently to raise the standards of practice, ensure quality service, establish accepted codes of ethical behavior, and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens and visitors of the District of Columbia by upholding the city’s Barber and Cosmetology license law, which took effect on May 2001.
The Board of Barber and Cosmetology consists of 14 members, appointed by the Mayor: three barbers; three cosmetologists, three specialty cosmetologists; three body artists; and two consumer members. Eight members constitute a quorum.
Board Members
Anwar S. Saleem, Ph.D. – Chair, Cosmetologist
Richard A. DeCarlo, Ph.D. – Cosmetologist
Patrick Guarniere – Cosmetologist
Vonetta Dumas-Jennings – Cosmetologist, Braider
Vernon Martin – Cosmetology Specialty, Esthetics
Ajia Minnis – Cosmetology Specialty, Braider
Raymond L. Kibler, Ph.D. – Barber
Jared Scott – Barber
Dennis Smith – Barber
David Cavalcante – Body Artist, Tattooist
Korie Booker – Body Artist, Micropigmentation Specialist
Mabel Carter – Consumer Member
Two (1) Vacancies – Body Artist
One (1) Vacancy – Consumer Member
To apply for a vacancy, please visit the Mayors Office of Talent & Acquisition http://mota.dc.gov/page/serving-board-or-commission for more information and an application.
Board Staff
Kimberly Troxler – Board Administrator
Nicole McClendon – Program Manager
Agustin Villadares – Legal Counsel
A’layza Mitchell – Program Support Specialist
Kevin Cyrus – Education Coordinator
Irina Moore – Exam Coordinator
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DC Board of Barber & Cosmetology Public Agenda .6.2.2025 | |
DC Board of Barber & Cosmetology Meeting Minutes DRAFT 6.2.2025 |