DC Board of Barber & Cosmetology December 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
David Cavalcante – Body Artist
Richard A. DeCarlo, Ph.D. – Cosmetologist
Vonetta Dumas-Jennings – Cosmetologist Specialty, Braider
Patrick Guarniere - Cosmetologist
Raymond L. Kibler, Ph.D. – Barber
Mark C. Wills – Barber
Nanita Wilson – Consumer Member
One (1) Vacancy – Cosmetology Specialty, Manicurist
To apply for a vacancy, please visit the Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments for more information and an application.
Board Staff
Kimberly Troxler – Interim Board Administrator
Kevin Cyrus – Education Coordinator
Nicole McClendon – Program Manager
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