Created by PARAISO Miami Swim Week ™
MAY 21 - 22, 2026
Venue: TBD, Miami Beach, FL
This is your moment to shine — your chance to be discovered, walk the Swim Week runway, and catch the eye of top modeling agencies.
This isn't your average gathering — it's an education focused, career-catapulting summit where you can step into the spotlight and take your career to the next level.
Inspiring conversations with established models. Hard-hitting workshops on photoshoot and runway techniques. Mentor power hours on health, beauty, wellness, nutrition. Photo studio with beauty touch up stations and experienced photographers.
Model Summit will strategically take place just days before Miami Swim Week. This 2 day event will be filled with engaging and educational workshops and panel talks from top swimwear models and industry experts.
what to EXPECT 
MEET & GREET MOMENTS
BEAUTY STATIONS
MODEL SCOUTING AND RUNWAY SHOW CASTING
WRAP-UP PARTY
PHOTO STUDIO SESSIONS
LIVE CONVERSATIONS
WHY ATTEND
PARAISO Miami Swim Week attracts thousands of aspiring models and influencers from around the world who come to Miami Beach hoping to book runway spots that can elevate their careers.
The casting process involves numerous agencies, casting directors, and designers reviewing portfolios and holding casting calls to select models that fit their vision for their shows.
The truth is, competition is intense!
Building a modeling career can be overwhelming and time consuming, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Model Summit prepares aspiring models and gives them the tools needed to navigate Miami Swim Week and overall swimwear industry, build a confident portfolio, develop a strong personal brand and create and foster professional relationships.
Attendees will enjoy curated programming, on-brand activations, instagrammable photo moments, beauty treatments, meet & great sessions and more.
Learn how to
Navigate Miami Swim Week and overall swimwear industry.
Build a confident portfolio.
Develop a strong personal brand.
Foster professional relationships.
+ have the chance to get discovered by one of Model Summit’s agency partners and walk the Paraiso Miami Swim Week Runways!
SPEAKERS-
PRISCILLA RICART - MODEL, SELECT
Model Summit Ambassador
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THAIS MARTINS - MODEL, NEXT
Model Summit Ambassador
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AMBER KEATON - MODEL, WILHELMINA
Model Summit Ambassador
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BRIDGET HALANSKI
CCO - SELECT Model Global
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RON GERARD
President - NEXT Model Management
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LYNDZEE MCDANIEL
Senior Model Manager - WILHELMINA
SCHEDULE*** Schedule and speakers are subject to change. ***
Coming Soon …
TICKETS-
Single Pass: Access for one person.
Join Us on May 21 & 22, 2026
11 AM - 8 PMAccess the full 2-day event schedule.
Don’t miss the ultimate Miami Swim Week model prep! Connect with industry professionals, learn how to navigate the field, and elevate your career.
Exclusive Pre-Sale Pricing!
$395.00
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Two Passes: Access for two people.
Join Us on May 21 & 22, 2026
11 AM - 8 PMAccess the full 2-day event schedule.
Don’t miss the ultimate Miami Swim Week model prep! Connect with industry professionals, learn how to navigate the field, and elevate your career.
Exclusive Pre-Sale Pricing!
$715.00
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Three passes: Access for three people.
Join Us on May 21 & 22, 2026
11 AM - 8 PMAccess the full 2-day event schedule.
Don’t miss the ultimate Miami Swim Week model prep! Connect with industry professionals, learn how to navigate the field, and elevate your career.
Exclusive Pre-Sale Pricing!
$960.00
FOUNDERS-
Natalija Dedic Stojanovic is a pioneering entrepreneur with a profound impact on the swimwear industry. As the visionary behind PARAISO Miami Swim Week—Natalija has transformed swimwear events from traditional formats into exclusive, curated, and interactive experiences. This innovative approach is garnering over 14 billion media impressions, establishing the event as a premier platform for brand awareness and exposure across swimwear, resort wear, beauty, and lifestyle sectors. With over 15 years of diverse experience in fashion event management, marketing communications, and strategic partnerships, Natalija’s foresight and creativity continue to shape the industry's future. Her forward-thinking vision was instrumental in co-creating Model Summit.
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Lara Lopez Picasso, with over a decade of expertise in event production, excels in managing all facets of creating flawless experiences, particularly in fashion shows and luxury events. Her deep passion for innovation led her to co - create Model Summit, a platform designed to push industry boundaries. Recognizing a gap in the market, she aimed to create a stage where talent and brands could explore new creative horizons and build valuable connections. Through Model Summit, Lara curates events that blend innovation with sophistication, setting new benchmarks in the industry. Her dedication ensures that summit is a unique and impactful experience.
