Founder & Lead Hair Specialist
Vinny Celentano
Connecticut's premier hair specialist, with more than 20 years behind the chair. From time to time, Vinny is also an educator at Paul Mitchell The School North Haven, and he mentors the stylists coming up behind him.
- 20+ YearsVinny has over 20 years of experience cutting, coloring and styling hair.
- EducatorAfter graduating from Paul Mitchell The School North Haven, Vinny returns from time to time to teach the next generation of young professionals.
- MentorAdditionally Vinny personally finds time to help and support understudies and colleagues with their own practices.
01 — The Educator
The chair is his classroom
Vinny studied and founded his practice after graduating from Paul Mitchell The School North Haven, and he returns from time to time to teach there. Students learn practical techniques from him, along with lessons from two decades of real clients and real results.
He believes teaching doesn't stop when class ends, it continues in three places.
02 — Where He Teaches
Three places. One mission.
Vinny believes the school, the studio and the neighborhood each build the next generation of stylists in their own unique way, all while working together.
The School
When Vinny teaches at Paul Mitchell The School North Haven, he covers the fundamentals, like clean sectioning, sharp fades and precise color. He also teaches the client-care habits that turn a good cut into a loyal guest.
The Studio
At UnderDog Hair Co., understudies train beside Vinny on real appointments, getting hands-on coaching and honest feedback until their work is ready for clients of their own.
The Community
At pop-up events, Vinny takes the chair out into the neighborhood. He meets new people and shows them what a welcoming, inclusive barber experience feels like.
“A haircut is more than just a routine. It’s a meaningful experience shared across generations.”
03 — How He Mentors
What every understudy learns
These are the three principles Vinny teaches, whether he's in a classroom or at the next chair.
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Listen first
Every service starts with a conversation. The client's goals come before any technique.
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Master the fundamentals
Fundamentals before flash. Precision cutting, fades, beard work and color, practiced until they're second nature.
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Take care of people
A chair for everyone. Every guest should leave feeling comfortable, confident and heard.
04 — Work With Vinny
Take a seat. Or learn the craft.
For stylists, students & event partners
Mentorship, education & events
Reach out about training with Vinny, school visits, or bringing an UnderDog pop-up to your event. One email reaches him for all three.