The Active Atlanta Podcast

The Active Atlanta Podcast


Ep104 | Rolando Rubio

May 25, 2023

In this podcast episode, Doc Jake sits down with Rolando Rubio, the owner of Trophy Room Barbershop, to discuss his journey in the barbering industry. Orlando talks about how he got into the industry after the recession of 2008, wanting to create a stable career and a sense of community in his workplace. He explains the challenges of reading his clients' social cues and providing them with a positive experience. The duo also dives into the resurgence of appointment-based barbershops in the early 2010s and how Trophy Room offers a luxurious and caring environment for its customers. 


Rolando shares his experience of running a business and the importance of surrounding himself with professionals like a bookkeeper, CPA, and attorney. He also talks about the importance of treating his body like an athlete and receiving treatments like dry needling with electrodes, cupping, and deep tissue massage from Athletes' Potential to maintain physical fitness. 


The conversation wraps up with Rolando emphasizing the importance of valuing and taking care of one's body, and he encourages listeners to visit the Trophy Room website to make an appointment for a haircut. Overall, this episode offers insights into the barbering industry, entrepreneurship, and self-care.


Reach out to Rolando:


Via Instagram: @trophyroombarber

Via Website: https://trophyroombarbershop.com/