Meet the Beautypreneur

Pompano Beauty Academy is a premier, forward-thinking beauty school located in Pompano Beach, Florida, dedicated to empowering the next generation of beauty professionals through innovation, accessibility, and high-quality education. Founded by educator and entrepreneur Anniesha McDonald, the academy stands as the first and only institution in Florida approved to offer both hybrid and in-person learning, an achievement driven by Anniesha’s advocacy to the Florida Department of Education to ensure students have flexible options that reflect the realities of modern life, rising costs, and the diverse responsibilities today’s learners carry. With a student-centered approach, Pompano Beauty Academy provides comprehensive training in skincare, advanced beauty techniques, nails, product knowledge, and professional development, all built on a curriculum designed to support multiple learning styles and prepare students for industry licensure and long-term career success. Beyond technical training, the academy is deeply committed to personal growth and financial empowerment, offering complimentary financial literacy workshops for students and alumni to help them build stability, understand entrepreneurship, and confidently navigate their futures. Community impact is woven into the academy’s mission through scholarship opportunities for local high school students and young women aging out of foster care, helping remove barriers to education and opening pathways to independence. The academy further enhances student experience through collaborations with licensed and insured industry professionals who lead specialized workshops that keep students aligned with current trends and real-world expectations. With an emphasis on professionalism, creativity, and confidence, Pompano Beauty Academy is more than a school, it is a transformative environment where students are inspired to dream boldly, work with intention, master their craft, and elevate their lives through beauty education. The academy represents a historic milestone in beauty training in Florida and continues to stand firmly on its mission: to raise the standard of beauty education while shaping skilled, knowledgeable, and impactful professionals who are ready to thrive in today’s evolving beauty landscape.