Joseph Harley is a distinguished leader, visionary entrepreneur, and tireless advocate for economic empowerment through community revitalization and generational wealth-building. As the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Core Investor of Vision & Legacy Capital Group, Joseph leads a team dedicated to transforming overlooked neighborhoods into thriving communities, one property, one family, and one legacy at a time.

A Chicago native with deep roots in service and people-centered leadership, Joseph has spent more than 22 years as an entrepreneur, building businesses that uplift communities and open pathways to financial freedom. His professional journey began humbly in the barbershop business, where he honed his skills in relationship building, customer service, operational management, and understanding the heartbeat of the community.

Through his work as owner and lead barber at Architects of Hair, Joseph became more than a master barber, he became a mentor, life coach, and trusted voice in the neighborhoods he serves. Over three decades behind the chair, he cultivated a loyal client base, nurtured young professionals, and built a reputation for excellence, precision, and care.

Joseph’s entrepreneurial spirit naturally evolved into real estate investment, where he saw an opportunity to address generational barriers to property ownership and wealth in underserved communities. Since 2003, he has acquired, flipped, and developed properties throughout the Midwest, leading projects that have rebuilt homes and renewed hope for families often overlooked by mainstream investors.

Under Joseph’s leadership, Vision & Legacy Capital Group has grown into a respected real estate investment firm with a dual mission: deliver strong financial returns for investors while creating tangible social impact for families and neighborhoods. His guiding values—focus, collaboration, and accountability, shape a company culture where strategic execution and community well-being go hand in hand.

In addition to steering large-scale redevelopment projects, Joseph is passionate about using his platform to mentor aspiring entrepreneurs, empower families with financial knowledge, and expand access to real estate ownership. His long-term vision includes establishing a robust mentorship program to teach construction, investment, and business skills to youth in overlooked communities planting seeds for a new generation of builders, owners, and community leaders.

Recognized as a dedicated member of the South Holland Business Association, Joseph is known as a business network guru who brings people together across sectors to spark partnerships, attract investment, and strengthen local economies. His authentic approach, hands-on leadership, and unwavering commitment to building community trust have earned him a reputation as a connector and catalyst for change.

Joseph’s influence extends far beyond boardrooms and building sites. He is a devoted father and family man whose personal values of faith, integrity, and resilience guide his professional success. From operating barbershops and juice bars to promoting health and wellness as an exercise coach, Joseph has built businesses that reflect his belief in holistic well-being and service to others.

Whether revitalizing neighborhoods through real estate, coaching young professionals in his shop, or advocating for small businesses through local networks, Joseph Harley embodies what is possible when entrepreneurial drive, community values, and unwavering leadership align.

As Founder, CEO, and Core Investor of Vision & Legacy Capital Group, Joseph Harley is redefining what it means to invest with purpose, creating wealth not just for investors, but for families, communities, and generations to come.