Nanda was born in São Paulo, Brazil, and raised in Newark, NJ. She spent the most formative years of her life in the five boroughs of New York City. She is now an American citizen, achieving milestone after milestone with an unshakable drive.Nanda’s diverse and eclectic background makes her a standout entrepreneur, scholar, and professional, fueled by resilience and purpose.In 2016, a near-fatal car accident changed the trajectory of her life. Following traumatic brain surgery and a long recovery process, Nanda emerged with a profound sense of mission.Defying the odds, she now channels her experience into helping others heal—mentally, physically, and emotionally—by pursuing a life of meaningful impact.⸻Education & Professional ExperienceMakeup Artistry & Creative WorkAfter high school, Nanda studied at The Learning Institute for Beauty Sciences—now known as Empire Beauty Schools—at the heart of NYC.She became a Certified Makeup and Special FX Artist with specializations in:• Beauty
• Monsters and clowns
• Cuts and scars
• ProstheticsHer artistry brought her into the world of film and fashion, working freelance for over three years across the Northeast. She collaborated on short films, photo shoots, and student thesis projects at NYU, as well as providing bridal makeup services before relocating to Florida.Hospitality & Entrepreneurial GritAfter moving to Florida, Nanda worked in the service industry—bartending and serving in Central and South Florida—where she developed strong interpersonal and business skills.In 2010, she launched Immaculate Touch Cleaning LLC, a company built on discipline, consistency, and a relentless work ethic. As founder and CEO, she earned the trust of thousands of clients and maintained a thriving business that served communities across states for fifteen years.Health, Fitness & Human PotentialIn 2022, Nanda earned her first credential from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)—a leader in fitness education. She continued her studies at the Axiom Fitness Academy in Boca Raton, Florida, and holds certifications as a:• Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
• Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC)
• Behavior Change Specialist (NASM-BCS)After gaining experience in gyms across Florida, she now works independently as a fitness professional, empowering clients through evidence-based fitness, nutrition, and behavioral coaching.Academic Journey & Future PathNanda earned her Associate of Arts degree from Daytona State College with honors while working full-time and transitioning to the mountains of North Carolina.She later graduated with honors from the University of Central Florida, earning her Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Clinical Track) with a minor in Cognitive Sciences. She completed her final semester while relocating to Portugal, transitioning her life to São Miguel Island in the Azores as she concluded her undergraduate studies.She is currently preparing to teach English abroad and is beginning her CELTA training — the Cambridge English Language Teaching to Adults certificate, an internationally recognized credential for teaching English worldwide. Following CELTA, Nanda will move to mainland Portugal and pursue graduate studies, where she plans to begin her advanced training in psychology.Nanda is deeply committed to lifelong learning. Her goal is to create an integrative practice that unites mental health, behavior change, and physical wellness, offering a whole-person approach to healing.
She envisions working across cultures and borders, combining scientific expertise with a deep respect for individual stories and lived experience.⸻Nanda is passionate about the connection between mental and physical health and is building a career centered on helping others overcome adversity and achieve wholeness.She continues to create the life of her dreams — now from the volcanic cliffs and emerald calderas of the Azores — studying, working, writing, and healing with fierce independence and unwavering intention.She belongs to the generation of women redefining what it means to be capable, powerful, and multidimensional.
Nanda is not only a force to be reckoned with, she is a story of grit, reinvention, and purpose, unfolding in real time.
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