B.S.I. Director/Instructor

Matthew Schwalm holds a Barber Instructors License for the State of Pennsylvania. It is also the school where he has learned his proper training in the barbering trade. Directly after completion of the program, Matt barbered at Ft. Indiantown Gap Army Base with the help of B.S.I.'s job placement program. He then worked at Steelton Barber Shop for 5 1/2 years prior to opening his own successful barbershop in 2008. Matt also instructed at another barber school before taking over ownership of B.S.I. Instructing at another barber school has given him the drive and determination needed to own and operate his own barber school. Over his career, Matt has gained experience in a wide range of men and women’s hairstyles as well as multi-cultural haircuts varying in many styles.

B.S.I. Instructors

Sheila Smith joins the Barber Styling Institute staff with over 20 years of teaching experience in both barbering and cosmetology. Ms. Shelia Smith earned numerous awards for her efforts in effective teaching practices in the barbering/stylist industry. Her most recent teaching accomplishment was in 2010 when she was recognized for her efforts in preparing students for the state boards with the highest percentage of passing rates on both the theory and practical examinations.

Nicholas (Nick) Melfi started his barbering career as a barber in the Navy. After serving in the Navy, Nick continued his education by working as a student for a barber and then serving two years as an apprentice. Throughout his career, Nick worked in various barber shops prior to opening his own successful salon which he owned and operated for 20 years. Nick retired from the business, but felt he had more to offer to the barbering field which led him to B.S.I. where he has been teaching barbering ever since. Nick has a passion for barbering and sharing his knowledge with students interested in learning this rewarding career.