All These Pageantry

Nikia Rockley is a National Finalist in the Australia Galaxy Pageants, proudly representing Western Australia. With nearly a decade of pageant experience, she was honored as 1st Runner Up at Miss Galaxy Australia 2025. Passionate about heart health, Nikia uses her platform to inspire others to prioritize their wellbeing. Known for her bubbly “hype girl” energy, she has dedicated over 400 hours to volunteering with more than 40 organizations. Outside of pageantry, Nikia works in sales at a merchandise company, enjoys horse riding with her Welsh Cob Spirit, and loves giving back to her community

Kimberly Campbell, born and raised in Jamaica, has been crowned Ms. New Hampshire Petite 2026. She is the founder of D.A.R.E. To Be Different, a youth mental health initiative that has empowered more than 4,000 children and teens to build confidence, manage emotions, and embrace their individuality. Inspired by personal loss and the impact of mentorship, Campbell remains committed to expanding youth mental health advocacy across her community, reminding others, “You define the crown—the crown does not define you.”

Shruthi is a Melbourne-based IT professional, mental health advocate, and national finalist in the Australia Galaxy Pageants. Through her initiative Project Voice Out, she promotes open conversations around mental wellbeing, confidence, and community support. Inspired by her late father’s dedication to education, she also supports Aswath International Academy, helping empower young people through culture, education, and leadership. Shruthi uses the platform of pageantry to amplify advocacy, inspire resilience, and encourage others to find their voice.

Maria AKA the Pageant Gal offers 1:1 coaching, group programs and digital products for women in pageantry. She also helps women learn how to monetize their journey by growing their business online.  Her goal is to help women rise faster, lead with conviction and build purpose-driven empires. IG: @thepageantgal  

Founded in 2009, the Universal Petite Pageant, an international competition exclusively for women 5’6” and under celebrates the elegance, confidence, and inner beauty of petite women, offering them a global platform to shine and be recognized. Alejandro Roldan- Teen Universal Petite Isandry Avila Inirio - Miss Universal Petite Angelica Smith - Ms. Universal Petite Leah Dortmann - Mrs. Universal Petite Evelyn Jessie Arrestegui - Elite Ms. Universal Petite

Natalie McLarty is a former Mrs. Texas International, pageant judge, coach, and mentor who helps women and young women build confidence, clarity, and purpose both on and off the stage. With years of experience in pageantry and leadership, Natalie is passionate about teaching others how to own their story, communicate with confidence, and lead authentically. Through her work in coaching and mentorship, she empowers contestants and professionals alike to step into their potential, embrace authenticity, and create impact beyond titles. Natalie believes confidence isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence, preparation, and purpose.

Bobbi Mendez currently holds the prestigious title of Mrs. Queen of the World 2025. She is an award-winning salon owner and founder of Glamour Room. She has been recognized with honors such as Top 40 Under 40 and Most Professional Woman of the Year. She’s a powerhouse of purpose and a beacon of empowerment for women and underserved communities

Jacquoline Martin is a Vancouver-based epilepsy and mental health advocate who has worked in the community field for close to two decades, using her lived experience to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support those affected by epilepsy. She works with the BC Epilepsy Society and has been recognized with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal and the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers, as well as being named to the WXN Top 100 Women list. A Miss Canada 2025 contestant and Ms. Canada Revolutionary Purpose 2025–2026, she leverages her public platform to promote accessibility, inclusion, and mental health advocacy

Geneva Padron is the reigning Ms. Fort Worth Texas United World, using pageantry as a vehicle for purpose, service, and personal restoration. After experiencing repeated cycles of academic and professional burnout, Geneva realized she needed to return to self-care and intentional living. Pageantry became a space where she could reconnect with volunteering, performance, and advocacy, while rebuilding her life and using her voice for something meaningful. Geneva is the founder of The Chrysalis Project, an initiative dedicated to helping high school and college students identify, prevent, and overcome academic burnout. Inspired by her own journey, where her identity became rooted in achievement rather than well-being, she learned during 2020 the importance of self-care through movement, faith, and community. Today, she has hosted events and continues mentoring and speaking to students across the United States.

Lana Schulenburg is a Miss Teen Galaxy Australia 2026 National Finalist.  She is a full-time equestrian show jumper with ambitions to compete in the Brisbane Olympics 2032. Her platform is Elevate U which is a platform for advocacy of youth membership & life long learning. She has dedicated over 1,500 hours towards volunteering on youth retreats.  

Ginarose Neff is a prominent figure in the pageant world, known as Mrs. Tennessee Petite 2026,  police officer, PTSD advocate for veterans and K9s, western fashion model, barrel racer, and mother. She actively uses her platform, “Badge of Honor,” to empower women and children through community service, mental health advocacy (especially for trauma survivors), and promoting kindness, while also pursuing her education in Criminal Justice. Also a wife and stepmother while a fur mom to many. Leaving New England last year to buy a farm; In her spare time she also enjoys fitness and is prepping to make her debut back in the fitness competition world since Covid. She loves spending time with her horse nitro and her service dog karma her German Shepherd. 

Jenileigh Sawatzke is a lifelong advocate, performer, and titleholder whose journey through pageantry and performance has taken her around the globe.  She is also the owner of Crowned Fitness where she empowers others to find strength and confidence through movement. 

Rondalyn (Roni) Morrow is a 46yr pageantry veteran with experience in all aspects of the industry. She officially retired from competing in 2024 when she crowned her successor to the All American Lady national title. Roni has held several other notable titles over her competition career, including 1998 Mrs. Radiance World and 2005 Mrs. Ohio United States.  Roni was approached about taking over ownership/directorship of the Radiance World Pageants and decided moving into directing was the natural progression for her. It allows her to continue her passion for supporting the pageant industry and the women who participate in it. Roni takes immense pride in continuing the Radiance World Pageants legacy which began in 1996 in Akron, OH. Under Roni’s leadership, Radiance World Pageants is evolving into a service-focused pageant that celebrates everything unique and wonderful about women.    

Karla is a dedicated law enforcement professional and passionate advocate for justice and community safety. As a wife and mother of four, she balances her family commitments with her career and civic engagement. In her role as Executive Director of Texas United World, she leads initiatives to promote diversity, inclusivity, and empowerment through pageantry, leveraging the platform to inspire positive change and foster global unity.   IG: @texasunitedworld Website: www.unitedworldpageants.com/texas

In this episode we talk with Eva Salcedo, Elite Ms. Universal Petite Puerto Rico 2025. Eva shares with us her journey in pageantry, her experiences at the Universal Petite Pageant, and her platform focused on domestic violence awareness. Eva shares her inspiration for competing, the challenges she faced, and her plans for the future, including her podcast, Operation Glow Up, which highlights the stories of resilient women. Our conversation emphasizes empowerment, community outreach, and the importance of following one's dreams.

 Katie Winchenbach, the current National United States Maine Mrs. joins us on the podcast. She discusses the unique aspects of the National United States pageant system, including its community service focus and the various divisions available for contestants. Katie shares her journey into pageantry, her platform 'Lead Fearlessly' aimed at empowering women leaders, and her upcoming TED Talk. The conversation highlights the importance of confidence, the multifaceted roles women can embrace, and the inspiring stories of women leaders.

In this episode, Samantha Brainerd, Mrs. Missouri Petite 2025, discusses her journey in pageantry, her preparations for the upcoming national pageant, and her community initiatives focused on combating hunger. Samantha shares her experiences, the importance of sisterhood in pageantry, and offers advice for aspiring contestants. 

Isabelle Kratz is an international model, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate who’s passionate about making a difference as your Miss Teen Galaxy Australia 2025. As the founder of For Every Beautiful Body, she’s creating a platform that uplifts girls and women through honest conversations around body image, bullying, and mental health struggles. She also proudly supports batyr, a youth mental health charity helping to smash the stigma and the 'elephant in the room'. Whether she’s on the runway or behind the mic, Isabelle is all about empowering the next generation to lead with confidence, kindness, and courage.

Dr. Tiffany Purnell is the reigning Mrs. American Prime Ambassador 2024. She is a primary school principal at Stigall Primary, a real estate agent, and the founder of S.A.S.H. (Students Against Self-Hatred), an organization that helps teach girls the true definition of self-esteem, while equipping them with self-esteem boosting strategies. Since 2015, Dr. Purnell and her S.A.S.H. Ambassadors have hosted self-esteem boosting workshops for girls around the world, including Yorkshire, England. In her free time, she loves spending time with her Yorkie baby, Glitter and she enjoys spending quality time with her family.

ShayLee Hunter is currently Mrs Utah Petite 2025.  ShayLee is the Lead Children’s Advocate for Safe Harbor Crisis Center, the only domestic abuse shelter in Davis County, Utah. ShayLee’s social impact platform is Invisible Disabilities; Visible Awareness. ShayLee’s goal with her platform and as a disability advocate is to encourage body confidence and self-love for individuals with medical devices such as ostomies or feeding tubes, showing that beauty comes in all forms, regardless of physical health conditions.

Isabelle Smith is the current serving, and first ever, Miss Yellow Rose with the Miss Plano America Organization.  Her platform surrounds youth mental health and emotional regulation.  She is a current student at the university of north Texas Studying broadcast journalism and works as a sports broadcaster.  She is also a competitive rock climber, and a dual citizen of the U.S. and Ireland.

Mary Patterson was crowned in October 2024, Miss Dakota County with the Miss America Organization. Mary's Community Service Initiative is The Power of Red: Blood Donation & Blood Health Awareness. She has been a blood donor since age 16 and is passionate about promoting the benefits of blood donation for both donors and recipients. With less than 1% of age-eligible Americans donating even one unit of blood annually, and a critically low national blood supply, Mary is dedicated to making a difference.

Candy Green is a dynamic, vibrant personality with a passion for fashion and empowerment.  In May 2023, Candy made the bold decision to embrace her true self by shaving her head after a 15-year battle with Alopecia.  This act of bravery resonated deeply with many, and she now proudly advocates for others facing similar challenges. In September 2024, Cand was crowned Ms. Bald and Beautiful, a title she wears with pride.  She is an active volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, dedicating her time to mentoring youth and making a positive impact in her community. 

Susan DeLano | Elite Queen of the World USA  Entrepreneur | Philanthropist | Author | Advocate Founder of Girl, You Got This | Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree From single mom to CEO, she empowers women to rewrite their stories. Author of Girl, You Got This! & Girl, You Got This Journal. Passionate about family, woodworking, & giving back.

Nicole Missios is currently a national finalist for Australia Galaxy Pageants in 2025. After placing top 10 in 2023 and winning the Galaxy girl award in 2024, Nicole is committed to coming back #STRONGERTHANEVER to compete once again for the Miss Galaxy Australia title in 2025. Nicole platform - ‘Dreams Beyond The Spectrum’ was created as a way for Nicole to share her story about being diagnosed with autism and being able to achieve her dreams and goals despite the boundaries she faced going up. Now living out all of her dreams Nicole shares her story plus tips and tricks to help others who are neurodivergent reach their full potential and goals despite the boundaries in life.        

Trinity Pearson is the reigning Mrs Queen Of The World USA 2025.  Trinity has been in pageantry for over 30 years, serving as contestant, judge, emcee, director, volunteer, backstage helper, just about anything pageant related! She is a huge believer in the self development found in pageantry. Trinity entered her first pageant at age 17, and paid for most of her undergraduate education and Masters of Business Administration degrees with pageant scholarships! She is a Certified Life Coach, and serves as Director of Client success/ Pageant Coach with Win A Pageant. Her first book “The Queen’s Code” is now available on Amazon, which outlines 5 key steps to success she has observed over the years as winning strategies.

After overcoming postpartum depression and anxiety, Nilu started my legacy project called “Empowering Mothers” to serve new mothers and parents.  She is very passionate about new mothers, and wants to navigate postpartum depression and anxiety more effectively to reduce the stigma.

Welcome to the kickoff of Season 4! Our first guests are fabulous rockstar queens who've totally crushed it in the pageant world. We chat with the 2024 Universal Petite queens! They share their pageantry experiences and heartfelt missions to make both their communities and the world a better, more sparkly place Mrs Universal Petite- Rachel Betterley Ms. Universal Petite- Dr Shruti Kishna Hedge Miss Universal Petite- Catherine Gutierrez Teen Universal Petite- Lorena Zoe Maldonado For more info, go to the Universal Petite website!

Francesca McDowell placed first runner up recently in the Ms. Full-Figured USA Plus pageant. She also brought home the titles Full-Figured USA Plus Fashionista and Ms. Full-Figured USA Plus People's Choice 2024.  In this episode, she shares her platform is entitled Changing The Narrative: The Fight Against Low Self-Esteem. She has created the Princess Empowerment Movement. This Movement has been founded upon the grounds to teach every young woman that they are beautiful in their own way. She plans to use her platform to teach all women that size does not define your beauty nor your worth. 

Heather, the current Mrs. Indiana Petite 2025, shares with us her experience in the pageantry world on and off stage as a hairstylist with the Reign Beauty Team.   She also shares  how she is promoting her platform Crown Beyond Cancer which is something she holds dear to her heart as a Breast Cancer Survivor. 

Violet-Rose Davis shares your pageant journey while being a member of the military. She also shares her intention of becoming the new director of F.A.C.S Oklahoma pageant. 

As Miss Midest 2025, Morgan promotes “Living L.I.F.E. Limitless” by teaching a simple, 4-step process to achieving dreams and goals no matter the circumstances. Locally, Morgan can be found presenting her Limitless Workshop to all ages, organizing golf fundraisers to support scholarship opportunities, and serving at events especially alongside Big Brothers Big Sisters. Morgan also reaches a national audience through online resources like her Living Limitless Journal, “Limitless L.I.F.E. Leaders'' Community, and “How to Live a Limitless L.I.F.E” Podcast.   

Amanda Garcia is a dedicated advocate and leader with a passion for empowering others.  Her commitment to community service is complemented by her background as a former Mrs. Oregon America and USOA Mrs. Oregon 2019, roles that allowed her to champion causes close to her heart.  Amanda combines her personal experiences with her professional endeavors to inspire and uplift those around her, making a meaningful impact in the lives of many. She is looking forward to her new role as the executive director for the Miss Linn Benton Scholarship program, a preliminary to Miss America. 

As AUM Texas Miss 2024, Kendra's platform, Trash to Treasured Totes, remains her most valued and passion filled endeavor. Created in 2022 to directly address the textile waste crises, Kendra accepts donated clothing items to sew into reusable tote bags. The totes are then donated to local police departments and women’s shelters, directly serving the citizens who need them most. Trash to Treasured tote bags are present in 5 states throughout the southwest

As Ms. United World, Sophia is excited to continue motivating us to harness our creative sides, helping others to see their worth, and promoting the strength of United World Pageants. 

Jessica’s reign as Mrs. United World is marked by her commitment to unity and sisterhood, fostering global connections, and celebrating diversity. She collaborates with community leaders and influencers, championing the motto “United We Stand,” and works to inspire women everywhere to use their platforms for good.

Juanita Maldonado was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley deep in the heart of South Texas. She was recently crowned Miss United World 2025.  She is passionate about making a difference in her community which is why she launched her platform Empowering Mindsets. Her primary aim is to empower others to be the best version of themselves despite the difficulties that they have faced in life. 

We talk with Katherine Colig, USOA Miss Highland Park. She is a proud SMU grad, aspiring CPA, full-time auditor, Texas lover, and a former Miss Texas Petite USA, where she placed top 5 at Petite USA. Her platform surrounds awareness around the disease of alcoholism and its impact to families and loved ones. 

Kamrin Brown George is the current Mrs. Maryland Petite 2024. She previously competed for Ms. Black Maryland and placed as a Top 7 Finalist, with the title of Ms. Black Upper Marlboro. Her platform, "Take Wisely, Plant Abundantly," stems from a firm foundation in sustainable fashion and conscious consumerism with her brand and styling firm, NaturallyKam, which has taken her all across the United States to help open new thrift stores and spread the gospel of thrifting. Kamrin has almost a decade of experience in fashion styling, fashion history and brand architecture.  Kamrin is firm in her belief of hard work and perseverance taking you farther in life than anything else in the world."

We talk with Natalie Michiels, Mrs. Wisconsin Petite 2024, as she prepares for the USA Petite in July!

We talk with Samantha Brock, Ms. Southwest Petite 2024!

We talk with Jenny Tran, Miss Southwest Petite 2024. She shares her pageant journey and platform: shecanstempire!

This week we talk with Starr Burke, Mrs. Michigan Captivating 2024.

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On this episode, we talk with business savvy Nancy Nguyen Liles, Mrs. Summit United States.   

We talk with International Ms. United Kingdom, Jasmine Foley.

We talk with the amazing Jennifer Garrison, Mrs. Indiana Royal USA 2025!

We talk with the lovely, Francesca McDowell, Ms. Full-Figured USA Tx Plus Queen 2023!

On this episode, we talk with Mackenzie Osborn, Mrs. Texas Earth 2023!

We have the pleasure talking with Miche'la Walker, 2023/2024 Miss American Beauties Plus. To learn more about Miche'la, follow her IG https://www.instagram.com/michelathepluspageantqueen/