From competing at the 2019 Miss Collegiate America pageant together and not even meeting each other, to becoming besties due to one conversation at the 2020 Miss Collegiate America banquet, Grace Rodi and I are grateful that Georgia and Illinois are near each other in the alphabet to say the least! Grace and I share a passion for marketing as well as a passion for promoting B.R.A.V.E in our own unique ways. Not only has she made an impact in her community, she used technology to reach thousands of people through her B.R.A.V.E Instagram lives and her website where she talks everything literacy. This amazing woman has shown passion, dedication and elegance since day one and I am so blessed to have gained an amazing friend. Tune in to hear Grace talk about her journey as Miss Illinois Collegiate America, her nationals experience, her personal story of how she became a B.R.A.V.E Leader and her advice to girls listening across the nation!
On this episode, I got to sit down with the two girls who have made such a big impact on my life over the last year. Miss Georgia Jr. High School, Siara Caspari, and Miss Georgia High School, Emma Grace Kelley, have been two blessings that this title has brought me. This episode not only brings attention to why they are B.R.A.V.E Leaders in their every day lives, but we also recap our year and share our highlights as the Georgia titleholders! This year has been such a blast and we will always cherish the memories that have shared together with our amazing state directors, Miss Julie and Anna. On this episode, you can count on gaining wisdom, having a good laugh and maybe getting the inside scoop on our inside jokes; maybe then y'all will understand why we are always laughing when we are together! Tune in to listen to us talk about how our year was as Georgia titleholders, the state competition, the trips we took, our nationals experience and advice to future competitors!
She placed first runner up to Miss High School America 2019 and returned to the 2020 Miss High School America competition with one goal in mind, to win the national title. Haleigh Hurst represented Texas at the 2019 competition, and after placing first runner up, decided she would take another chance at the national title. Her trust in God's plan and her devotion to B.R.A.V.E paid off as she took home the title of Miss High School America 2020. She is the true definition of persistence and dedication to your passion and goals in life. Tune into this episode to hear about the big plans that Haleigh has as this year's national representative.
She won over the hearts of the judges in Hawaii, then brought her genuine personality to Little Rock, Arkansas and took home the title of Miss Collegiate America 2020! Ronelle Valera, an island girl from Hawaii, began her journey as Miss Hawaii Collegiate America and brought home the national title to her home state. Her funny and genuine personality showed through in interview and her grace was apparent as she took the stage. Ronelle has only began her year of reign as Miss Collegiate America, but has big plans to make the impact she intends to on as many people as she can. Not only did she win the title, but she has also become the spokesperson and role model for the BRAVE campaign as well as Miss Collegiate America as a whole. Ronelle has shown that staying true to yourself never fails, and that is why she is the perfect example of a BRAVE Leader!
A true tomboy at heart, a lover of anything outdoors and a passion for educating others about B.R.A.V.E, I decided it was time to tell my story. So often I am asked why I have returned to Miss Collegiate America now for a third time, and this is my why. I want to share my story in hopes of inspiring and encouraging at least one person out there who has ever felt that they aren't enough. I wanted to show my vulnerability and my passion for B.R.A.V.E by using my voice to offer my own advice and share how I was able to conquer my obstacles. To my listeners, I tell you that you are enough. You are enough today, and you are enough every day. Being involved with the Miss High School America organization has given me the courage and the opportunity to use my voice in a way most people don't. I am your Miss Georgia Collegiate America, and I am a B.R.A.V.E Leader.
As a kind, relatable and absolutely beautiful woman, Alyssa Mawyer has represented the title of Miss High School America incredibly. Alyssa began her journey to becoming Miss High School America when she first competed at her state pageant four years ago in the Jr. High School division, and now has become Miss High School America 2019 with her drive and persistence to making a difference. Tune in to listen to this beautiful soul talk about her journey to the crown, give her greatest advice and also her journey with the national platform, B.R.A.V.E. Alyssa is truly a B.R.A.V.E Leader and her positive impact that she has made will be her legacy.
A sophomore in high school, a varsity pom dancer and Miss Jr. High School America 2019, Peyton Stuewe talks about her journey to the crown. Not only has she stayed active in her community, but she has implemented BRAVE into her everyday life as a BRAVE Leader. Tune in to hear this incredible young woman talk about her journey through nationals, her highlights, community service this year and what is next for her after she gives up her title! This BRAVE Leader is one you will not want to miss!
A mom, former teacher, interview coach, former Miss Georgia Teen USA, former Miss Georgia USA and current Mrs. Georgia US Continental shares experiences and wisdom on this episode. Meredith Pope is a woman of many accomplishments and continues to help girls achieve their dreams and find their self confidence every day along with maintaining her own as a pageant industry professional. She continues to make her impact using her website, blog and coaching sessions to inspire women and young girls across the nation. Tune in to hear Meredith give her greatest advice and words of wisdom useful to all men and women nationwide!
An accomplished young leader who has made her voice heard through her work with the Crown Cares, her hair and makeup business and the opening of her own boutique, Sydney Dorsey is a perfect example of what a B.R.A.V.E Leader should be. Tune in to hear her talk about Sydney Dorsey Artistry, her year as the USA National Teen 2019 and how she overcame bullying through her personal platform! This beautiful and intelligent girl has set an amazing example of what B.R.A.V.E stands for and uses those qualities and standards within her everyday life. Give a listen!
#ILikeMe is an organization that encourages self-love and confidence among individuals and reaches young men and women across the nation. As a kindness promoter and young entrepreneur, Rylee Wright has made a BIG impact at a young age. Rylee shares struggles as a small business owner, her biggest victories and personal stories that led her to be the positive light she is! As a beautiful, big dreaming girl from Georgia, Rylee inspires thousands with her #ILikeMe movement. Tune in to listen to this gorgeous red headed girl boss and how she plans to take over the world with her kind words and positivity!
A 2x national titleholder, a successful pageant coach and more, Kendra Hale has taken the pageant world by storm with her powerful words and uplifting personality! Kendra has proven that she is not only stunning on stage, but her off-stage passion for helping others stays strong. She stays active in her community and enjoys helping other girls achieve their dreams, just as she did. Tune in to listen to the amazing Kendra Hale share her story and more as she selflessly has shown B.R.A.V.E's qualities and standards on a daily basis!
Leading the way with her positive attitude and spunky personality, Riley Copans won the title of Miss Collegiate America in 2018. As a relatable and outgoing queen, Riley shares her journey and experiences as Miss Collegiate America as well as the impact she made along the way. Using her positivity and relatable personality, Riley gives her most precious advice and shares what she believes is important to remember as not only a queen, but as a genuine person. Tune in to listen to Riley share her story and how you can be the queen you are meant to be each and every day!
A beautiful, down to earth girl wins BIG when she wins the title of USA National Teen 2019! Sydney Dorsey shares her highlights as a national titleholder, bullying experiences and what it is like to be a nation wide leader. Sydney promotes the Crown Cares platform which is an anti-bullying movement that goes hand in hand with B.R.A.V.E. With first hand bullying experiences, she shares her best advice and personal stories. Tune in to listen to this southern beauty speak positivity into your life!
Your current Miss Georgia Teen USA, a former Miss High School America and the co-author of her own book, there is nothing this girl cannot do! Shayla Jackson has made her impact as a titleholder and as an inspiring young woman with a passion for making a difference. On this episode, Shayla shares her stories, her personal experiences with bullying and a little about her journey to Miss Teen USA! Tune in to listen to a strong and inspirational girl shed her light as a true B.R.A.V.E Leader!
Not only is she a former Miss High School America state titleholder, but she turned her dream into a reality. Mackenzie Kern is a former Miss Wyoming Collegiate America. After attending nationals, she launched Loveleigh Boutique and became her own boss. Her dream began as a girl who loves creating new looks and putting outfits together, so what better way to transform that into a lifestyle than to start your own boutique? Tune in to hear this girl boss talk about how she turned her dream job into her new reality!
"And your 2019 Miss Collegiate America is.... Callie Rice!" Callie Rice won the title of Miss Collegiate America is 2019 and has spent her year not only representing B.R.A.V.E, but also using her voice and making an impact nation wide. Callie shares insights on her journey so far, highlights of her year and advice to present and future titleholders. As a representative of the Miss High School America organization, Callie shares her passion for the system and more! Tune in to seek advice from a sweet girl with a heart of gold.