OUR TEAM
Liberty Barber is located at 224 Liberty st in downtown Morris, IL. We are a collaboration with Field Day to be part a creative and refreshing space for our hometown. We offer premium barbershop services and share resources for a unique experience second to none.The barbers are highly skilled professionals who provide personalized attention and meticulous craftsmanship in their services. Clients can expect a range of premium services such as precision haircuts, professional shaves, beard trims, and grooming treatments. We offer additional amenities like a complimentary beverage from our full bar with each service, quality grooming products, and a relaxing atmosphere to ensure a memorable and indulgent experience for our guests.
Alissia Browner
Meet Alissia Browner As a dual-licensed barber and cosmetologist, Alissia is passionate about combining technical skill with an elevated client experience. Men’s grooming has always been a creative outlet for her, leading her to pursue barbering as a career where craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail come together. She specializes in precision men’s haircuts, skin fades, beard grooming, and modern perms, with a passion for creating customized styles that complement each client’s personality, lifestyle, and hair type. One of her favorite services is creating texture, movement, and volume through modern perms, helping clients achieve a fresh, effortless look with lasting style. Known for her welcoming personality and genuine care for her clients, Alissia believes every appointment should be more than just a haircut. She takes the time to understand each client’s goals through a thorough consultation, creating a relaxed, personalized experience where every detail matters. Whether you’re maintaining your signature look or looking for a complete transformation, her focus is helping you leave the chair looking sharp and feeling confident. Committed to continual growth, Alissia regularly invests in advanced education, hands-on classes, and modern barbering techniques to continue refining her craft and delivering the highest level of service. She believes there’s always something new to learn, and that mindset allows her to continually elevate the experience she prov
Larz 💈
John “Larz” Larson is the founder of Liberty Barber, a dedicated family man, barber, educator, and entrepreneur who found passion, purpose, and opportunity through the art of barbering. What began as a career behind the chair has grown into a vision of creating a destination where exceptional grooming, meaningful relationships, and an elevated client experience come together. With years of experience and a commitment to continuous growth, Larz specializes in precision haircuts tailored to each client’s lifestyle, hair type, and personal style. Every service begins with a thorough consultation and is completed with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every guest leaves looking sharp and feeling confident. As the founder of Liberty Barber and its collaboration with Field Day, Larz is passionate about mentoring the next generation of barbers while building a team committed to craftsmanship, hospitality, and professionalism. His goal is to create an experience that goes beyond the haircut by delivering personalized service, genuine connection, and lasting relationships. A great haircut lasts a few weeks. A great experience is remembered long after you leave.
Tess Grogan
Administrative Assistant & Liberty Liaison
Mark Shortness
Meet Mark Shortness With over 20 years behind the chair, Mark brings experience, craftsmanship, and a genuine passion for helping clients look and feel their best. From classic cuts and precision fades to longer styles, gray blending, highlights, and color services, he takes pride in delivering a personalized grooming experience tailored to each individual. Known for his attention to detail, strong work ethic, and approachable personality, Mark believes a great haircut is about more than the finished style. It is about building relationships, understanding each client’s goals, and creating an experience worth coming back for. As a lifelong golfer, Mark appreciates the same qualities on the course that he brings behind the chair: patience, precision, consistency, and attention to detail. His goal is to make every client feel welcomed, heard, and comfortable from the moment they sit down in his chair. Whether you’re talking golf, family, or planning your next look, he strives to make every appointment relaxed, enjoyable, and personalized. Whether you’re maintaining your signature style or ready for something new, Mark is committed to helping every client leave feeling confident, refreshed, and looking their best.