The Crew
Licensed. Experienced. Ready.
Every barber at XAAK's is state-licensed and trained in the art of precision cutting. Combined, our crew brings decades of experience to every chair.
James "Hanns" Holland Jr.
Owner & Master Barber
A 3rd generation barber from Houston, Texas with over 35 years of experience, cutting hair since age 12. Licensed Master Barber in both Colorado and Texas. Celebrity clientele includes Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Coach Prime Deion Sanders, Heisman Winner & 2024 #2 NFL Draft Pick Travis Hunter, Jazz/Blues Grammy Winner Christon "Kingfish" Ingram, and Denver Broncos players.
Specialties
African-American hair specialist
Credentials
- Houston Barber College — Class A License
- 5 Star Elite Barber College — Instructor's License
- Grambling State University (HBCU)
- Colorado State University
"Zeke" The Barber
Licensed Barber
A first-generation barber from Greeley, Colorado. Graduate of IBMC Class of 2023. Started cutting hair at 17 and committed to the craft professionally at 19. When not in the shop, enjoys snowboarding, golfing, and spending time outdoors.
Specialties
Burst fades, taper fades, drop fades, compressed fades, freestyle designs, scissor cuts
Credentials
- IBMC — Class of 2023
- Licensed Barber — State of Colorado
"Kel-Hitta" The Barber
Licensed Barber
A second-generation barber from Aurora, Colorado. Graduate of IBMC Class of 2024. Raised in the barbershop with a mother who worked as both a barber and cosmetologist.
Specialties
Burst fades, taper fades, drop fades, compressed fades, layered/textured cuts, scissor cuts
Credentials
- IBMC — Class of 2024
- Licensed Barber — State of Colorado
"Jp Kutzit" The Barber
Licensed Barber
A barber from Longmont, Colorado and graduate of IBMC Class of 2026. Born and raised in Colorado with a love for nature, fitness, and building client relationships.
Specialties
Textured fringes, slick backs (straight or wavy), layered cuts, textured fringe taper cuts
Credentials
- IBMC — Class of 2026
- Licensed Barber — State of Colorado
Fully licensed & certified.
Every barber at XAAK's holds a valid State of Colorado Barber License. Our owner additionally holds a Texas Master Barber License and Instructor's certification.