Own Your Beauty Career
Our Purpose
PaiAcademy exists to empower and inspire self-driven women to build thriving beauty businesses that honor their passions and talents, allowing them to create lives filled with purpose, financial freedom and impact.
We offer both in-person and online courses, combining hands-on training with business-focused modules to fully equip students to build and sustain a successful beauty business.
Students also receive training on both the tools they bring and those provided by the academy, ensuring they have the skills and equipment needed to excel in their entrepreneurship.
PaiAcademy Founder and Teacher, Marilyn Santos
With over 25 years of experience in aesthetics, Marilyn Santos has established herself as a leader in the beauty and wellness industry.
As the founder of PaiAcademy and several prominent beauty schools and med spas, she has dedicated her career to empowering others through education and innovation.
Her passion for continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends allows her to deliver transformative results tailored to her clients’ needs.
Over the years, Marilyn has taken her dedication to the next level by developing Slim MD, a line of aesthetic equipment aimed at helping students and entrepreneurs achieve superior results for their clients.
Specializing in body sculpting and face-lifting techniques, Marilyn combines science, artistry, and her unwavering passion to bring out the best in everyone she works with.
PaiAcademy Teacher, Marcela Vélez
Marcela Vélez is a renowned Colombian aesthetics professional with over 20 years of experience devoted to the care, well-being, and beauty of the skin.
Currently based in Miami, Florida, she is a Full Specialist, Electrologist, and Expert in Advanced Medical Aesthetic Technology.
She focuses on training and professional development for aestheticians, technicians, and specialists who wish to refine their skills in advanced equipment handling.
Her mission is to raise the standard of the industry, inspiring other professionals to grow and excel with knowledge, precision, and confidence.