MEET THE FEARLESS BEAUTIES TEAM
Alyna Velez
Podcast Host
Alyna Velez is a seasoned esthetician with 14 years of experience, having worked across diverse avenues of the industry — including med spas, business management podcast hosting, and education. She specializes in personalized treatment plans with a strong focus on caring for melanin-rich skin. A true lover of all things love, Alyna is passionate about helping others recognize their self-worth and inner beauty. Outside of skincare, she finds joy in coaching basketball, traveling, eating delicious food, music, learning, and time spent with family. Alyna leads with heart, healing, and purpose in everything she does.
Aysia Low
Podcast Co-Host
Aysia Low is a respected leader in the field of esthetics, combining technical expertise with a passion for education and empowerment. She is a Licensed Esthetician, Certified Advanced Esthetician, and Lead Educator at Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics Institute, a multi-award-winning school in Oregon. In her role, Aysia specializes in laser training and advanced aesthetics education, ensuring students gain the hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge needed to excel in a fast-evolving industry.
Aysia is also a Hydrafacial Connect Master and Laser Safety Officer, known for her dedication to safety, results-driven treatments, and client-centered care. Beyond the classroom, she supports students with career development guidance, helping them build the confidence and professional foundation necessary for long-term success.
As a proud Fearless Beauties Ambassador and Educator, Aysia advocates for diversity, inclusion, and self-love within the beauty industry. Her mission is to create space for all individuals to feel seen and celebrated. Through social media, she shares relatable and educational content bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and everyday connection.
At the core of her work is versatility. Whether she’s training future professionals, mentoring new estheticians, or working directly with clients, Aysia is committed to helping others succeed.
Beatrice Van
Podcast Co-Host
Beatrice (Bea) Van is an award-winning esthetician, educator, and industry mentor with over 20 years of experience in the beauty and wellness space. She currently serves as the Program Coordinator for Fearless Beauties, Board member of the Oregon Board of Cosmetology and the Esthetics Clinical Master Coordinator and Educator at Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics, where she advocates for culturally competent education and inclusive skincare practices.
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Bea is the founder of Glow by Bea Skincare and Beauty by Bea, two brands rooted in skin health, and personalized care for melanin-rich and sensitive skin. She is a contributing author for the 3rd edition of Milady Esthetics and has written for leading industry publications including Skin Inc. Magazine and Dermascope.
Her passion for education extends beyond the treatment room—Bea has spoken at national conferences and led impactful wellness and diversity talks for companies such as Nike and Square. Named Educator of the Year by Dermascope and Mentor of the Year by the Legendary Asian American Makers Market, Bea is committed to helping the next generation of estheticians build purposeful, inclusive, and empowered careers.
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Ana Copca Martinez
Ana was born in Mexico City and moved to the United States at the age of six. Her childhood was bilingual, bicultural, and beautiful. She grew up speaking Spanish at home, with her mother instilling in her a deep respect for their heritage, cultural traditions, and the healing power of natural beauty rituals. At school, Ana absorbed the American experience—becoming fluent in both English and the art of straddling two worlds.
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In 2013, Ana took her passion a step further and enrolled in a one-year beauty program back in Mexico. It was here that she immersed herself in Latin American skincare, haircare, and nail techniques. This experience strengthened her identity, deepened her knowledge, and ignited her dream of someday blending cultural wisdom with professional education in the U.S.
She didn’t know it then, but this dream would eventually lead her to Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics.
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Ana’s leadership journey began at the Morrison Center in 2014, where she started as a Youth Care Worker while attending community college. Studying psychology and drug & abuse counseling, Ana became deeply committed to trauma-informed care and youth mentorship—especially within the Latino community.
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By the time she left Morrison ten years later, she had worked her way up to Program Director, leading with compassion, cultural competence, and a drive to uplift everyone around her. She learned every role, mentored dozens of young professionals, and never lost sight of her mission: to serve others while growing into the fullest version of herself.
“Showing up for youth with compassion during challenges made all the difference,” Ana said. “I was empowered, so I made it my mission to empower others.”
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After nearly a decade of non-profit leadership, Ana began to dream about something more creative—something that combined her love for people, skincare, and cultural empowerment.
