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Adrian Burney

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CEO & FOUNDER/Licensed Barber Instructor at Mended Arrows Academy of Barbering Inc.
📍 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Adrian Burney is a social entrepreneur and master barber with nearly 30 years of experience, dedicated to using his trade for social impact. As the founder of Mended Arrows Academy of Barbering and owner of Redemption Barbershop in Indianapolis, he focuses on healing-centered workforce development for at-risk youth.

As a father, Adrian is passionate about mentoring both young men and women, helping them recognize their value and potential. His work is deeply embedded in the Indianapolis community, where he partners with local organizations to create opportunities and provide guidance for the next generation.

Adrian delivered a TEDx talk titled "The Black Barbershop: Then, Now, and Looking Forward," discussing the barbershop as a space for healing and mentorship.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
CEO & FOUNDER/Licensed Barber Instructor
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Youth Empowerment
He founded Mended Arrows Academy and runs mentorship programs like "T(hair)apy Cuts" and "Pathways to Prosperity" to serve at-risk youth with life skills and career training.
Social Entrepreneurship
He built his businesses, a barbershop and a barbering academy, with the core mission of creating social change and community healing, rather than just profit.
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Career

Work history

11-2019 - 1-2024
CEO & FOUNDER/Licensed Barber Instructor
Mended Arrows Academy of Barbering Inc.
1-2019
Executive Director/Founder
Mended Arrows Academy of Barbering Inc.
1-2017 - 6-2018
Barber Instructor
Kenny’s Academy of Barbering
1-2017 - 5-2018
District Manager
Kenny’s Barbershop Inc.
10-2010 - 1-2024
Small Business Owner
The Barber Bishop LLC
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Education
2005 - 2010
Bachelor of Science - BS
Taylor University
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