Meet our team

Ishmael Coye
Owner & Master Barber

Ishmael Coye’s passion for barbering began at age 12, blending his love for art and precision into unique, expressive haircuts. By high school, he was already booking weekly appointments from a makeshift barbershop in his mother’s bathroom.

After earning his cosmetology license in 1992, Ishmael joined Hyde Park Hair Salon at just 20 years old ,becoming its youngest barber. Over time, he mastered his craft, became the salon’s lead barber, and eventually its owner.

Under Ishmael’s leadership, the shop relocated and expanded its services ,bringing together a top-tier team of talented barbers and stylists in an eclectic, welcoming atmosphere. Hyde Park Hair Salon has partnered with organizations like Bo Jackson’s Give Me a Chance Foundation, the Chicago Fire, and Congressman Danny Davis, and has hosted numerous celebrity events over the years.

Though he began with a cosmetology license in 1992, Ishmael later went on to earn his barber license as well ,deepening his expertise and commitment to the craft.

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Meet Vanessa Smith – Stylist & Licensed Loctitian

With over a decade of hands-on experience in natural hair care, Vanessa Smith is a dedicated stylist and licensed loctitian passionate about helping clients embrace the beauty of their natural texture. Specializing in locs, twists, and holistic scalp care, Vanessa combines expert technique with a nurturing approach to create healthy, stylish, and long-lasting results. Whether you’re beginning your loc journey or looking to maintain and elevate your current style, Vanessa offers personalized care rooted in knowledge, culture, and creativity.

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Meet Maurice L. McClain - USTI/AMCA Certified Trichologist, Educator, and Master Barber

with over 30 years of experience. A graduate and former class president of Chicago’s Cain’s Barber College, Maurice has dedicated his career to serving the Hyde Park community. His passion for skin and scalp care led him to expand his expertise by becoming a licensed esthetician (Douglas J. AVEDA Institute) and certified trichologist.

Maurice combines holistic care with advanced techniques, emphasizing the importance of a healthy lifestyle to support skin and scalp health. His goal is to empower clients with effective solutions for hair, skin, and scalp concerns—delivering personalized, professional care every time.

When you visit Maurice, you’re not just getting a service; you’re gaining expert insight and support from a lifelong learner dedicated to his craft.

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