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Elevate Barbershop Cleveland

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Experience the craftsmanship of Elevate Barbershop Cleveland, proudly located in Cleveland, OH. Refine your look with precision crossfades, expert beard grooming, and classic haircuts tailored to your style. Choose from our elite team of barbers and book your next-level look with ease through our convenient online scheduling.


If you have any questions about scheduling, please feel free to reach out to us directly.

Learn More About Our Barbers

James Santiago

James Santiago, a highly skilled barber and scalp micropigmentation specialist, brings over five years of expertise to the industry. A graduate of Paul Mitchell Colorado Springs and LaBarberia in Ohio, James actively pursues advanced education, learning from industry luminaries like Josh O’Meara-Pearl and Gerard Scarpaci.


Proficient in fading, beard sculpting, and scissor cutting, James excels in medium to long hair styling. With a decade of military service behind him, he ventured into barbering, drawn by the transformative impact of a well-executed haircut.


As the owner of Elevate Barbershop Cleveland, James fosters a motivated team while aspiring to become a barber instructor within a year. Connect with him on Instagram @santi_the_barber15 and visit Santithebarber.com for bookings. James Santiago's dedication to continuous improvement and empowerment defines him as a standout professional in the barbering community.

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Taylor Shobey

Taylor Shobey is a seasoned barber with three years of experience, trained at the LaBarberia Institute of Hair and specialized in Redken classes. Taylor is proficient in fades, scissor cutting, beard trimming, lineup services, and hot towel shaves.


Taylor's journey began with a passion for cutting hair and evolved into a thriving career. Motivated by the impact of boosting customers' confidence, Taylor prioritizes providing not just haircuts but reasons to smile. 


With a focus on continuous improvement and short-term goals of enhancing service quality and customer relationships, Taylor aspires to become a barber instructor and establish a personal barbershop in the long term. Known for exceptional bald fades, precise beard trimming, and artful scissor cutting, Taylor exemplifies commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

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Nez Cleveland

At just 23, Nez Cleveland is the epitome of the modern barber and a successful entrepreneur. With over six years of experience, Nez combines contemporary styles with traditional techniques, offering customers advanced modern styles, hair coloring, and classic hot towel razor shaves.


Trained at Beyond Expectations Barber College, Nez has honed his skills across various shops in Northeast Ohio, gaining expertise in diverse techniques. Known for remarkable efficiency, he delivers top-notch haircuts, expert beard grooming, and comprehensive hot towel shave services in 30 minutes or less.


Despite a solidly booked schedule until April 2025, Nez maintains a personable and professional demeanor, catering to a loyal clientele of driven students and professionals who willingly travel up to two hours for his exceptional services.

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Rocco

Meet Rocco, a barber with eight years of expertise in the art of cutting. With a passion for sculpting hair of all textures and styles, Rocca's specialty lies in crafting flawless fades. His chair is not just a seat for a haircut; it's a realm where precision meets style, and every customer leaves with a tailored touch of Rocco's expertise. 

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Don Conaway

Wussup, my name is Don. As a passionate and skilled barber based in Cleveland, I bring a fresh perspective and unique approach to the art of cutting. With a commitment to staying current with the latest trends and techniques, I strive to provide each customer with a personalized and exceptional grooming experience.


My attention to detail, dedication to customer satisfaction, and creative flair set me apart from the rest. Whether you're looking for a classic cut or a bold new style, trust me to deliver top-notch service and results. Book your appointment today and let me help look and feel your very best.

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