Meet Ashley Marquez | Master Barber & Cosmetologist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Ashley Marquez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ashley, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The most important factor behind my success is consistency and genuine connection. I focus on delivering the same high-quality experience every time while building real relationships with my clients.The trust is what keeps my brand growing.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Being born and raised in Fort Collins, Colorado has shaped everything about who I am and how I run my business. This community watched me grow up, supported me through my hardest seasons, and continues to show up for me every day.
I built my barber shop while raising my kids as a single mom — through late nights, early mornings, and moments where quitting would have been easier. But I didn’t. I stayed committed to my dream, trusted the process, and kept showing up even when it was hard.
Today, my shop is more than a business — it’s proof that resilience, faith in yourself, and the support of a hometown community can turn obstacles into something beautiful. Fort Collins isn’t just where I’m from — it’s the reason I made it.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
As a Fort Collins native, I take pride in encouraging others to experience downtown Fort Collins. It’s a vibrant area filled with unique shops, great dining, and an exciting nightlife scene. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering your hometown, downtown Fort Collins is definitely a destination worth checking out.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I just want to give the biggest Shoutout to the people who make my business possible- my family, my friends and my incredible clients. To my family, thank you for believing in me, supporting me through the long days, and reminding me why I started. To all my friends, thank you, for cheering me on spreading the word, and always showing love. And to my amazing clients- thank you for trusting me, rocking with me, and choosing my business again and again. Every appointment, referral, and kind word means more than you know. I truly wouldn’t be here with out all of you.

Website: FadedbyAsh.square,site

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