What is Barber Connect?
This event brings together barbers, health professionals, and community leaders to discuss men’s health, financial wellness, emotional wellness, and more—using the barbershop as a trusted space for conversation and change.
Barbers are powerful voices in the community, and Barber Connect is designed to highlight their role, provide resources, offer wellness screenings, host panel discussions, and build partnerships that improve the lives of men and families across Arkansas.
When and where is Barber Connect Happening?
Monday, October 27, 2025
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mosaic Templars Cultural Center
501 W 9th Street, Little Rock, AR
This is a full-day experience so come for what you can.
11:00 AM
Doors Open / Lunch
Catered by Martha’s Bon Appetit Catering
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
One-On-One with Darren McFadden
Moderator: Dr. Tiffany Haynes
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Barbershop Talk Dissemination
Presented by Barbershop Talk Staff
1:30 PM – 1:40 PM BREAK
Visit Resource Booths
1:40 PM – 2:25 PM
Beyond Tough: Barbershop Talk on Emotional Wellness for Men
Moderator: Kendra Pruitt
2:25 PM – 2:50 PM BREAK
Visit Resource Booths
2:50 PM – 3:50 PM
Blackfullness
Presented by King David
3:50 PM – 4:00 PM BREAK
Visit Resource Booths
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Stacking Smart: Barbershop Talk On Men and Money
Moderator: Dr. Tiffany Haynes
4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Networking / Red Carpet / Food
Catered by Martha’s Bon Appetit Catering
Red Carpet Sponsor: AMDPA
Barbershop Talk Movie Premiere
5:15 PM – 6:45 PM
The Barbershop Talk Movie Red Carpet Reception and Film Screening is open to everyone.
