Apollo Da Barber Invited to Compete in Africa’s First HEBS Best Fade Competition

Apollo Da Barber of NY Style Kutz is taking his talent international!

Apollo was personally contacted and invited to participate in the first-ever Hair Education Beauty Summit (HEBS) in Lagos, Nigeria, taking place October 23–25, 2026.

He will represent NY Style Kutz LLC and the Upstate South Carolina community as a contender in the summit’s Best Fade Competition, where talented barbers will showcase their precision, creativity, technique, and professionalism. The winner will receive a $5,000 prize.

From Simpsonville to Lagos

For Apollo, barbering is more than cutting hair. It is an art, a profession, and a way to help people feel confident about themselves.

From creating sharp fades and detailed designs to serving children, adults, seniors, and clients with different grooming needs, Apollo has continued to build his reputation one haircut at a time.

Now, that dedication has opened the door to an international opportunity.

Being personally invited to compete at the inaugural HEBS event is an honor—and a chance for Apollo to demonstrate what a skilled barber from Simpsonville, South Carolina, can accomplish on a global stage.

What Is the HEBS Best Fade Competition?

The Hair Education Beauty Summit will bring together professionals from the hair, barbering, beauty, and fashion industries for three days of:

Apollo will compete in the Best Fade Contest, where his technical ability, attention to detail, blending, creativity, and finished presentation will be put to the test.

The winning competitor will receive $5,000, but this opportunity represents much more than a prize. It is a chance for Apollo to expand his professional network, gain international exposure, and bring new knowledge and inspiration home to his clients and community.

Help Send Apollo to Lagos, Nigeria

International travel comes with significant expenses. Apollo will need assistance with costs such as:

Donations and business sponsorships are welcome.

Every contribution—large or small—will help Apollo travel to Lagos and proudly represent NY Style Kutz in this historic competition.

Businesses interested in sponsoring Apollo may also receive recognition through promotional content, social-media acknowledgments, or other agreed-upon sponsorship opportunities.

Donation or sponsorship information:
 Cash App: $ApolloDGr8

Support Your Barber. Support the Journey.

Apollo has spent years supporting his clients and community through his craft. Now, the community has an opportunity to support him as he prepares to take his talent from Simpsonville to Lagos.

Follow Apollo and NY Style Kutz for training updates, fundraising announcements, travel preparations, and highlights from the competition.

Let’s help Apollo reach Africa, compete for the $5,000 Best Fade prize, and show the international barbering community what NY Style Kutz brings to the chair.

Lagos, Nigeria—Apollo Da Barber is coming!