Ricardo Sepeda
Owner / Barber / SMP Certified Specialist

Ricardo is a person filled with diverse talents and a heart for community. From soaring skies as a flight attendant to spinning tracks as a DJ, and from electrifying the crowd with breakdance moves, to uniting people through local events, Ricardo embodies service, multiculturalism, inclusivity and celebration.

His Mexican heritage is a source of pride and inspiration, fueling his decade-long journey in barbering for his brothers, friends and family to eventually professional and for his community.

Today, Ricardo is thrilled to infuse his spirit into Joe’s Hair studio, making it his own: Calaveras Barbershop & SMP, a rebrand close to his heart.

A certified barber and master in Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP), Ricardo not only transforms looks but also empowers others by offering training in SMP.

An Illinois native who’s explored the globe, his passion for barbering and SMP shines through every cut and conversation. At Calaveras, Ricardo ensures that every client leaves not just looking their best, but feeling it too, thanks to an experience crafted with care and expertise.