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.

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.