He started an apprenticeship program at Kinnapps in 1990. He then went on to Essex County Vocational Technical School to obtain his cosmetology license. Troy managed various salons in New York and Jersey before he went on to open Afrakuts House of Kham Nu in 1992 where he houses eight employees. Troy started the first natural hair training program in North Jersey in 1994. Troy is known for his barbering and his many unique natural hair styling techniques.
Troy stands out as a successful brother in a sister dominated profession.
Shiela is a master braider, lock technician, Sister Locks Rep., licensed cosmetologist and educator. Shiela has been an instructor for the Natural Hair Show for three consecutive years. She is known for her unique style of braiding and artistic designs. Her work has been featured in several international magazines. In her research she has found that hair salons do not offer braiding services.