PHONE:
(713) 561-3938
FAX:
(713) 561-3007
MAILING:
PO Box 56764
Houston, TX 77256
LOCATION ADDRESS:
7026 Old Katy Rd. Ste 266
Houston, TX 77024
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: By Appt Only
GENERAL INQUIRIES:
hello@missacademy.com
Alexandra Pinard is the Academy Director at MISS Academy Houston and has lived in Houston her entire life! She attended Stephen F. Austin State University to pursue a career in the arts and uses her education to continue supporting Houston artists in a number of various capacities. Alexandra is married with her first child on the way and looks forward to including her son in her life at the Academy and beyond. Pageantry has become near and dear to Alexandra’s heart and she is passionate about making sure everyone who walks through MISS Academy’s doors feels welcomed, loved and cared for.
Bridget has been in the fitness industry for over 12 years both as a competitor as well as a trainer. She first channeled her love and enthusiasm for nutrition and fitness by founding Empowering Women Through Fitness in 2017. Beyond channeling her passion through this organization, Bridget holds numerous competition titles including 2017 Mexico Fitness Model Champion, 2014 Great North Fitness Model Champion. She is an internationally recognized fitness competitor, TV Host, author, signed model and speaker. She is also a NASM certified trainer and is ecstatic to bring her passion for fitness and young women to the halls of MISS Academy.
Diana has been an internationally celebrated model for over 25 years with credits for globally recognized brands such as Oscar De La Renta, Chanel, YSL and Versace just to name a few. Named Colombia’s top model, Diana’s career has spanned commercials, runway, print and soap operas as well! While she enjoyed being the face of fashion weeks around the world, she entered the pageant world by winning the Miss Colombia pageant in Houston then placing first runner up for Miss Pan America. It was these experiences in competition that clued her into her passion for being behind the scenes in the world of pageants and as such she has been on the committee for the Miss Colombia pageant in Houston for the past 15 years! As a mom of 2 daughters from a multinational family that loves to travel the world, Diana is excited to bring her many years of expertise to the runway classrooms of MISS Academy. Her aim is for every girl to feel confident to strut and claim the stage in their own skin and she hopes to inspire each of them as much as they inspire her!
Keith E. McWilliams retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service. He is the owner of two businesses, which serve the greater Houston area and he has also written and published a children’s book titled, Biscuit and Ace: “Never Say Never.” Keith served as a past President of the Board of Directors for the Child Care Council of Greater Houston, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of families and children. His passion for education is also exemplified by his honorary membership of the State of Texas Parent Teacher Association as he was also selected by Katy ISD to be a member of Leadership Katy; a district Leadership Team. Keith earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Management, holds a Master in Business Administration, and currently pursuing a Master of Science in Leadership. He is the father of two children, Johnathon and Jasmine, and married to his soulmate, Shawntell McWilliams. Keith and Shawntell share a strong commitment in assisting educators, students, and the community and he is excited to bring his passions and expertise to the MISS Academy classrooms!
David Weincek is a NYC based actor, spokesman and host. David has acted in every medium; toured the world as a spokesperson for many companies and frequently serves as Emcee for many corporate & live events. An honors graduate from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, David enjoys using his vast experience to mentor others.
Monica Lewis is a leading expert in the industry of etiquette and protocol. With more than ten years of experience, Mrs. Lewis is renowned for her vibrant personality and highly interactive presentation skills. She is the author of “Say Yes to Manners”, “Practice Good Manners” Workbook and co-author of the “Breaking BAD in Business” series. As an author, motivational speaker, wife, and mother, Monica is committed to bringing a positive change everywhere she goes and she also devotes many hours to mentoring teenage girls and boys across the country, including MISS Academy.
Sharron Melton is an Emmy nominated and Award Winning Journalist with several decades of Anchoring, Reporting, and Producing experience. She is currently the Morning Anchor at CW39 Houston and has been an anchor in Houston since 2007. She’s also been an Anchor and Reporter in Miami, Florida, Mobile, Alabama and Roswell, New Mexico.
Sharron has also been involved in the world of pageants for over 30 years. She is a former Miss New Mexico in the Miss America Program, as well as a Former Miss Arlington and Miss Houston. She’s also held titles as San Antonio, TX Miss T.E.E.N. and San Antonio’s Junior Miss.
Sharron has a podcast called “Sharing the Sugar with Sharron” and was named One of the 50 most influential Women in the City of Houston, by “Houston Woman’s Magazine”. She holds a Master’s Degree in Television Communication from Eastern New Mexico University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Communication and Journalism from Texas A&M University.
Misty is an established makeup and hair artist from Houston, Texas. Over the course of a 21 year career, she has distinguished herself from the crowd with her level of artistry and perfection, professionalism, and incredible work ethic. Misty keeps up with current trends by attending trainings and workshops, guaranteeing she is always the best artist she can be for her clients. With a naturally friendly and charismatic personality, it is no wonder that hundreds of clients seek Misty out each year, giving her extensive experience with commercial, editorial, weddings and pageants.
Misty’s work has been seen on the hit Bravo TV show, Married to Medicine: Houston, as well as local news outlets K-HOU and Good Day Houston. Her work has also been featured in an array of print and editorial publications such as Weddings in Houston, Modern Luxury, Allure, Houstonia Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, The Knot, Shape, and US Weekly.
She is eternally grateful to no bring her incredible artistry and years of expertise to the classrooms of MISS Academy.
With over 14 years of makeup experience and having worked on countless contestants backstage at Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss Universe, Amin Kabani is the go to makeup artist when it comes to all things beauty. His clients include Miss Universe Chelsi Smith, Brook Mahealani, Leila Lopes, Pia Wurtzbach, Olivia Culpo, Andrea Meza, Miss USA Olivia Jordan, Crystle Stewart, Sarah Rose Summers, Asya Branch, Elle Smith and Miss Teen USA Danielle Doty, Katherine Haik, Ki’Ilani Arruda and Breana Miles to name just a few of the outstanding National Titleholders.
His work has been featured on National Television shows such as Inside Edition, Extra, Miss Universe, Miss USA and countless magazines such as Allure, Elle and Seventeen. When he’s not painting these gorgeous women, Amin is teaching makeup across the globe in person and virtually to hundreds of Professional Makeup Artists and clients alike who want to learn how to achieve a flawless look.
Stephanie has a true passion when it comes to creating and teaching how to style beautiful hair. Regardless of how thin, how thick, how long, or how curly the hair is, Stephanie is able to demonstrate techniques that simplify the process because she is a licensed hairdresser. Moreover, she is a true Queen when it comes to her passion for all things Pageants. She has styled the hair of countless winners from Miss USA, Miss Universe, Miss Teen USA, NAM Queens, UNM Queens and Miss High School America Queens to name just a few. You can always count on Stephanie to create and teach winning hair styles.
Joy Williams is an Award- Winning Celebrity Hairstylist whose articles can be found in American Salon magazine, Oprah Magazine, Insider Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Martha Stewart and more! Most recently, Joy was named New Talent Hairstylist of the Year 2021 by the Texture Style Awards, the first ever award competition focusing on stylists that do ALL textures of hair! Joy was an Executive Master Educator and Master Platform Artist as well as the first Black Woman On- Air Personality for CHI Haircare on the Home Shopping Network.
Joy has the versatility to work with all hair types and textures and is a Texture and Color Specialist. She has been a Lead Hair Stylist for the Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Pageants since 2019. Joy has worked with the last 3 Miss USA winners in a row among countless other Titleholders. A consummate Educator, she has trained hundreds of other professional stylists and students both in the US and Internationally! She brings with her a flare for knowledge and the ability to break down education in a practical way while encouraging and elevating each individual she comes into contact with.
At only 24 years old, Gaby has reached many milestones within the beauty makeup industry. She has had her work featured on Television shows as well as in magazines. She has worked backstage at Miss USA and Miss Teen USA along with other national pageants such as UNM, NAM, High School America, RIM, Regency and Mrs. America.
Her winners list is lengthy just like her client requests list. She is passionate about her craft and it shows each time when she is working on an event makeup or when she is teaching a Teen how to create the perfect Interview look. Thus far, Gaby has truly created her mark within the beauty and pageant industries as a sought after makeup artist and educator.
Steven Grant is the owner & operator of Grant Foto which is based out of Houston Texas. He has been in the photography business for 12+ years and specializes in beauty, business & pageant photography. He is the proud sponsor of Miss Houston, Miss Texas USA, and most recently Miss USA and enjoys bringing his superior photography skills to MISS Academy experience. Through the lens of Grant, ever student becomes a star!
Melissa Gomez is a creative makeup artist with experience in all aspects of media makeup. She is immersed in the performing arts and this exposure has given her the capability and understanding to create the right shadows, and contouring to stand out on any platform, stage, or occasion.
Her training and education, along with her amazing personality shapes her teaching experience as a dependable, detail-oriented, and multi-faceted professional to add to the success of every individual student that she impacts in th MISS classrooms.
Ashley’s passion for makeup is unlike and unmatched by others. She knew when she was in kindergarten that she wanted to become a professional makeup artist when she grew up! That dream has since become a reality. Her passion for her career is apparent from her beautiful artistry! It brings so much joy to her heart to be able to make someone feel so beautiful on their special day! Her goal with every student is to give them the tools to take the beauty she sees on the inside and translate it on themselves outwardly.
Karla has been doing makeup professionally since she was 14 years old. Starting as an assistant she has worked her way up to a senior artist. Having experience as a pageant competitor herself, Karla, understands the importance of BIG HAIR AND FAB GLAM! With the experience she’s gained over the last 9 years she is able to guide every one of her students towards a makeup look that is most flattering for their individual, unique beauty.