Miss Black US Ambassador Program Book 2015

ENCOURAGE CEARAH
CIARA
EMPOWER
2014 MISS & TEEN
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MBUS AM w w w . t h e m b u s a m . c o m

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WELCOME

It is with great pleasure Ciara for an incredible year - you will always be a is our sincere hope that you have had a rewarding
that I welcome you to the part of our MBUSAM forever family. experience, made new friends and created memo-
2015 Miss Black Teen US ries that will last you for a life time.
Ambassador and Miss This year it has been our absolute pleasure to
Black US Ambassador welcome Ambassadors from across the country to Finally, MBUSAM's mission is to encourage, empow-
Scholarship Pageant. our MBUSAM family. We would like to congratulate er and enlighten communities, states and nations.
each of our State Ambassadors for their achieve- These amazing Ambassadors have worked extreme-
ments. To the amazing women competing this week, ly hard this year focusing on issues that plague their
remember this is one week, please enjoy it; however, respective communities and states.
it is what you do everyday that really makes the
di erence and what can really change our world. It Each of these young women are the ones our nation
is waiting to follow. This is more than a pageant or a
On behalf of the entire Miss Black US Ambassador For everywhere in this country, there movement, it is a life changing and inspiring experi-
Scholarship Organization team, I want to thank you are first steps to be taken, there’s ence. To be a true Ambassador is to evoke change
for joining us for this momentous occasion. This new ground to cover, there are more and be that change.
year has been nothing short of amazing. Our bridges to be crossed.
sincerest appreciation goes to our sponsors, sta Thank you for joining us. I pray that each of you
and volunteers for your unrivaled support. To our And it is you, the young have an enjoyable time and that you leave inspired
underwriters thank you in believing in such a and fearless at heart, the to be a change agent in your own community.
spectacular vision. most diverse and educated
generation in our history, Best Regards,
This past year Cearah Hamilton, Miss Black US who the nation is waiting
Ambassador, and Ciara Thompson, Miss Black Teen to follow. Patrice Harrison
US Ambassador, used their titles to truly impact our
communities. From empowering women all over the -President Barack Obama Founder | CEO
world, to leading thousands of children in a march in
Selma, our 2014 agents of change used their voices (Remarks during the 50th Anniversary of the Selma)
to create a lasting impact. Thank you Cearah and

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IT’S YOUR TIME.

Now Accepting Applications for the 2016 Miss Black Teen US
Ambassador and Miss Black US Ambassador Scholarship Pageant

Visit w w w . t h e m b u s a m . c o m for more information
on how you could be the next National Titleholder!

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ENCOURAGE PATRICE HARRISON | CEO LAUREN PARKES | VP/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

EMPOWER

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STAFFE X E C U T I V E IVY MCCONNEL | EXECUTIVE STAFF DIMA HENDRICKS | EXECUTIVE STAFF

CLAUDIA ANTHONY | JUDGE’S COORDINATOR ATIYA POWELL | ACCOUNT MANAGER 08

EVENT SPONSORS

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HOSTSP R E L I M I N A R Y HOSTSF I N A L N I G H T

JAZMINE SCROGGINS | MBUSAM 2013

SAM COLLIER JAZMINE SCROGGINS | MBUSAM 2013 BRANDI COHEN VINCE BAILEY

S ocial Activist, Communicator, Gospel Billboard Producer, A An actress, model, and trained vocalist, Jazmine Ayanna B randi Cohen is an actress, voice over artist, print model, V ince Bailey is a 30+ year media veteran who began his
Radio Personality, Overall Performer and Founder of Scroggins was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Proud and host. After graduating with honors from Tennessee career as a United Way volunteer reader for the blind in
No Losing, Inc., Sam Collier is determined to see himself and others to be a Georgia State University (GSU) Panther, she received her State University, Brandi set her eyes on the goals that will soon his hometown of Gary, Indiana. After serving as Program Director
win in every aspect of life. He has birthed a relentless mission for the BA in Journalism along with a dual degree in Music and minor in accelerate her future. Her love for the arts and entertaining began for TCI Cablevision of Gary, Vince and his family moved to Little
world to adopt his philosophy of "No Losing.‟ As a blooming social Spanish. Additionally, Jazmine recently received her MA in as a child in Hammond, IN, a suburb of Chicago, IL. Rock, Arkansas.
activist and communicator, Collier was inspired to create the International Communications.
non-profit organization No Losing Incorporated in 2011. No Losing Inc. Using her inherited work ethic, she's been able to obtain some For the past eighteen years he has operated Vince Bailey
was formed to equip individuals, families and communities with the No stranger to the world of pageantry, Jazmine has held a notable highlights in her young career. She's appeared in several Productions, a full service audio video production and consulting
tools needed to achieve and maintain healthy and successful number of titles. As Miss Black US Ambassador 2013, Jazmine television shows including USA Network's "Necessary company based in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Past clients include the
lifestyles, mindsets, and behaviors. traveled the US and internationally on behalf of the MBUSAM Roughness" and TV One's "The Rickey Smiley Show" and USDA National Forest Service, US Department of Commerce, The
organization advocating for communities in need. Her personal commercials for Time Warner and Food Network. She's snagged Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, Centers for Medicare and
In 3 short years, the organization has touched over 70,000 Atlanta platform involves Helping the Children and Relatives of print projects for Coca-Cola, SunTrust Bank, Marriott Hotels, and Medicaid Services, UnitedHealthcare, SCLC, State Farm, Lowe's,
youth in over 20 schools in Atlanta, Ga. with his message of "No Incarcerated Parents. Devoted to being an ambassador of change Montego Bay Jamaica's Sangster International Airport. Brandi's Wells Fargo, and Job Corps Centers around the country. He is an
Losing", created and led social change initiatives with Microsoft, in her community, Jazmine is an avid volunteer, participating in lent her voice to numerous companies, including Procter & announcer for professional sporting events and media broadcasts
SESAC, Be 100 Radio, and The King Center. His organization has also several community and non-profit events across the country. Gamble, Old Navy, and Publix. You can also catch her interviews including the Atlanta Dream (WNBA Basketball team), pro
been endorsed by Dr. Bernice King and Dr. Angela Watkins (Family with various entertainers such as Anthony Mackie and Djimon boxing, professional Ballroom Dancing, audiobooks, voicemail
members of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.) as well as Michele Caplinger of Hounsou for Rolling Out Magazine. She has co-starred in the systems, and continues to provide voice talent for commercial
The Recording Academy (Grammy's) to name a few. A native of stage productions "Long Time Since Yesterday" and the musical clients nationwide.
Atlanta, where echoes of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. still resonate "Our Time Has Come".
today; Sam Collier was raised in a community that encouraged him to
step out and make a change in the world around him. With an 124
uncanny ability to capture emotion through communicating, Sam
Collier is the voice of love in its most raw state.

Through his music and speaking, Sam captures the essence of the
uniquely human needs of freedom, peace and love. As a skillful
performer and producer as well, Collier has worked with India.Arie
and has shared the stage with recording artists Tyrese Gibson, Kirk
Franklin, Tye Tribbett, D.Woods, and Byron Cage. Passionate about
mission and dedicated to his core values, Sam Collier is a leader in the
world of social change.

JUDGESI N T E R V I E W JUDGESI N T E R V I E W

KAMETRIA DUNHAM BURTON GLENDA STINSON DEBORAH JENNINGS TWANNA WOODS

K armetria Dunham Burton is general manager, supplier G lenda Stinson is both a personal and business consultant Deborah Jennings remarkable life of service began at a T wanna Woods is the president of Icebreakers Unlimited,
diversity for Delta Air Lines. In this position she is and inspirational speaker teaching techniques of young age. At just 14, she started Deborah’s Pantry LLC, an Atlanta based, sales support management
responsible for developing a Supplier Diversity program while purposeful thought strategies to achieve your goals. She is where she and several classmates would go door to door company, specializing in helping small to medium businesses
enhancing the processes to assist the company to achieve its trusted in the community and highly respected as a business receiving food donations for the less fortunate. It was a natural fit establish or manage their sales force e orts. Icebreakers
vision of being an industry leader of making minority and women professional. Glenda has partnered with entities such as Atlanta over the years that Deborah would get involved in organizations Unlimited, LLC is a Certified MBE.
owned business (MWBEs) a natural and integral part of the way Public Schools, Sisters of Today & Tomorrow, Coretta Scott King’s like Hosea Feed the Hungry, Veterans Empowerment Organiza- A native of Louisiana and a Business Management graduate of
the company does business. Karmetria has worked in strategic Young Women’s Leadership Academy High School and serves on tion, UNCF, and Genesis Shelter to name a few. ULM, formerly Northeast Louisiana University, she has spent over
sourcing at Xerox and AT&T. Before Delta, Karmetria was supplier the board of the Women’s Employment Opportunity Project. 20 years in the Hospitality Industry providing service to
diversity manager for IHG (Intercontinental Hotels Group). Glenda Stinson o ers extraordinary experiences delivered But it was in 2006 that Deborah started her own service organi- companies such as IHG, Hilton, LaQuinta, Wyndham, and Choice
through authentic and compassionate purposeful thought zation with her son Antonio called Each One Reach One (E1R1). brand hotels.
Karmetria was the 2005 recipient of the Trailblazer Award strategies - it’s all about you. E1R1 has mentored to over 500 students, assisted over 25 Her ability to assist business owners in understanding best
presented by the Black Business Professionals and Entrepreneurs charities, helped downtrodden men and women get o of the practices in qualifying and building client rapport, has enabled
organization and is a Who’s Who of Black Atlanta in 2010. She is streets and empowered the youth to become involved in service. her to gain a strong reputation as the “Ultimate Icebreaker!”
a contributing writer for MBE magazine that focuses on minority Deborah has received the Phoenix Award from the City of
business development. Atlanta, Bank of America’s Local Hero Award, Pine-Sol Make a 162
Di erence Award, and was one of the 2013 11Alive News Commu-
Karmetria holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Southern nity Service Award Recipients. Deborah’s commitment to the
University-Baton Rouge, La., and a Master’s degree in Business community is unprecedented and she continues to carry out her
Administration from the University of Nebraska. Mrs. Burton has work expanding with new initiatives today.
instructed business, procurement and diversity related courses at
Kennesaw State University as well as Shorter College, Strayer
University, Georgia State University and Monroe Community
College in Rochester, N.Y.

Karmetria is currently a PhD candidate at Argosy University-At-
lanta. A native of Houston, Texas, Karmetria is married to Horace
A. Burton, and resides in Atlanta.

JUDGESP R E L I M I N A R Y JUDGESP R E L I M I N A R Y

ALEXANDER ACOSTA JACQUELINE WILKINS TRACY SIPP JANELLE MCLEOD

A lexander “Cost” Acosta is the Founder and Executive J acqueline Wilkins is the “jack of all trades” with a passion C elebrity Stylist Tracy Sipp is an Award Winning 2x J anelle McLeod started World Of Little Fashion in 2008. A
Director of Soul Food Cypher (SFC). He believes in for medicine, running, and philanthropy. A 2014 Graduate Author, Tracy Sipp Cosmetics Founder, PR, mother to an amazing beautiful gift from God, eldest
Hip Hop’s aptitude in breaking down racial, cultural, and from the Physician Assistant Program at The George Washington Entertainment Agent, Designer, Producer, Television Host/Pro- daughter was born with achondroplisa dwarfism in 2007.
communicative barriers. A disciple of this culture, Acosta knows University, Ms. Wilkins moved to Atlanta last May and is proud to ducer, Fitness Guru, HIV Activist, Fresh Faces Magazine Publisher, Janelle quickly realized that finding clothing to fit her daughter
it is the most e ective means of bridging generational and call the Peach State her home! This runner has completed 29 Celebrity Blogger and Online Boutique owner. Tracy brings an was getting harder. She said "If I'm struggling like this for my
socio-economic gaps. With a background in the arts and marathons in 17 di erent states and just finished the Boston array of experience with more than 30 years in the entertainment daughter and she’s just a kid, then I am sure ALL the little people
management, Acosta has the perfect balance to make sure Soul Marathon for the fourth consecutive year. Volunteerism is her life industry. Some of the services he has provided has helped build who are adults are struggling like this too." It was during this
Food Cypher maximizes its overall potential. As Executive passion and she has spent over seven years advocating fashion brands from birth to production. time that Janelle’s mission, vision and statement were born!
Director, he takes on many hats such as managing the sta and throughout the country for her platform, “No Child Should Grieve Janelle created World Of Little Fashion, LLC as a contemporary
budget, overseeing the operation of the events, project Alone”. She is also an active advocate at Kate’s Club, a local Tracy’s clients have been featured in national magazines includ- line for LP women height range from 3'10 to 4"10 XS-LG.
management, and providing vision for the organization . Outside non-profit with the mission to empower children and teens facing ing: Star Essence, OK, People Magazine, Style, Ebony, Jet, and
of the cypher, he is Director of Managed Services at Acosta life after the death of a parent or sibling. Jacqueline is able to countless other editorials. Tracy Sipp helps to create brand With no formal fashion training or background in the making
Technologies and teaches photography classes at the Showcase empathize with these individuals as her mother passed away awareness and has helped dress and book clients on television Janelle sought out to find experienced industry professionals to
Photography school, Wonderroot, and the Piedmont School in after a seven-year battle with breast cancer when she was shows including Extra, The Insider, Entertainment Tonight and assist in developing first pants (jeans, work pants, casuals) and
Atlanta, Ga. In late 2014 he joined the Board of Directors for C4 16-years-old. several reality television shows. capri pants. For over 3 years she continued to work on the
Atlanta. In his spare time, he mentors youth through the Boys 2 fashion forward pants line, styles, and making sure this will be a
Men Youth Santuary. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Having just been crowned Ms. Georgia United States this past Tracy Sipp recently has garnered thousands of fans from around comfortable fit for the LP-women.
Photography from Florida A&M University and has been featured May, Jacque has been busy preparing for the National Ms. United the world as the Superstar Celebrity Fashion Stylist and Master
many publications and exhibitions across the country as a States Pageant to take place in July! In the meantime, she is Makeup Artist on BRAVO’S top-rated reality television show, THE Today W.O.L.F is proud to provide quality products directly to
photojournalist and photographer. enjoying every moment of her reign and relishes each REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA. LPA community through an experience they will enjoy. W.O.L.F’s
opportunity to better serve her state. priority is to keep the LP women up - to- date with the latest
trends and looking HOT in today’s fashion industry.

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JUDGESP R E L I M I N A R Y JUDGESF I N A L N I G H T

SHERRY REED ENCOURAGE ERIKA HOLLINSHEAD WARD SARAH-ELIZABETH REED

Outspoken and motivational from an early age, Sherry EMPOWER Multi-passionate entrepreneur, spokesperson, speaker and S arah-Elizabeth Kristan Reed is an attorney and real estate
Reed’s intrepid spirit has always been her guiding light. philanthropist, Erika Hollinshead Ward worked in the developer. She is the wife of the 59th and current
A childhood marred by tumultuous and unstable environments, ENLIGHTEN design-build industry as an accountant before turning her Mayor of Atlanta, Kasim Reed, and the First Lady of the City of
she was thrust in and out of the pot of drug infested places passion for interior design into a successful business. Atlanta. As an Atlanta native, she is a graduate of Pace Academy
where many things were compromised (including her virginity where she attended kindergarten through 12th grade. She then
being taken). Atlanta Tribune named her design firm, Erika Ward Interiors, LLC. graduated from the University of Michigan in 2000 with a degree in
as having one of the top design firms for two consecutive years. French and received her J.D. from Howard University School of Law in
Sherry began running away at an early age. She was determined As a highly sought after expert, Erika’s work has appeared in 2003. The daughter of two strong public servants, her late father
to find more, to be loved and have better. Better wasn’t always several media outlets such as House Beautiful Magazine, Better Senator Arthur Langford Jr. was a Baptist preacher and a Georgia
obtainable and by the age of 14, Sherry became an empty spirit, Homes and Gardens Magazine, Fox 5 (Atlanta A liate), Hu ng- State Senator and her mother an attorney and prominent community
residing in foster home after foster home. One of the low points ton Post, HGTV.com and many others. Her influential voice in the leader.
of her journey she was sexually assaulted at gunpoint for the home improvement sector has lead to marketing collaborations
second time. with leading home and lifestyle brands including Home Depot, Sarah-Elizabeth currently consults with real estate developers on
S.C. Johnson, and Home Decorators Collection. a ordable and supportive housing projects. While in law school, she
Being nineteen years old and with two kids, made Sherry wonder worked for United States Congressman John Lewis and later traveled
what was going to be her next move and as depression sat in the A native of Atlanta, Erika holds an undergraduate degree from to Paris, France to work at the law firm of Baker & McKenzie. After
answer was the unthinkable; trying to take her own life. She was The University of Georgia. She also resides here with her husband law school, she worked for the D.C. O ce of General Counsel for five
at an all-time low trying to commit suicide, and to this day relives and five children. With her sharp business acumen and design years and later as an a ordable housing developer for National
that moment time and time again. She may have been able to prowess, you can rest assured that she is one to watch as a voice Church Residences for eight years.
escape the jaws of death but the demons were still lurking in her for working mothers, women entrepreneurs, and interior design As First Lady, she champions early childhood education initiatives
soul as a reminder and followed her back to Georgia to settle in enthusiasts. and family and youth mentoring programs. As a result of her work in
for years to come. a ordable housing, she is also knowledgeable about and interested in
addressing the challenges and need for housing and essential
Determined to change a vicious cycle of withdrawn support, services for the homeless.
Sherry's primary goal is to see women of color support each
other as they all press forward on business, spiritual, As a fluent french speaker, Sarah-Elizabeth has spent time traveling
philanthropic and social fronts. Europe, Asia and Africa and lived and worked in France. In 2001 she
served as the District of Columbia Cherry Blossom Princess and then
later competed in both the Miss America and Miss USA pageants.
Sarah-Elizabeth also won $50,000 on the NBC hit show Fear Factor
and donated half of the prize to UYAC, a youth mentoring
organization. She is an advocate for the arts and serves on boards

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JUDGESF I N A L N I G H T JUDGESF I N A L N I G H T

BEAUTII J LORI FLOWERS ALEXIS HOLT ENCOURAGE

B eautii J is a celebrity stylist, educator, mentor, humanitarian, L ori Flowers was born in Indianapolis, Indiana and raised in A lexis Cierra Holt is the CEO of Alexis Holt Insurance EMPOWER
and salon owner of Spoiled Opulence Salon in Atlanta, GA. Phoenix, Arizona and Atlanta, GA. She attended college Group, LLC located in the Metro-Atlanta area. She has
She is well-known and respected for her natural talent to create at Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee where she received her over nine years’ experience spearheading sales and marketing for ENLIGHTEN
flawless versatile styles for the everyday confident woman. Beautii is Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in Communications. companies in the middle of transitions uplifts. Alexis has led
a Miami native and has been conquering the world of beauty and During her four-year tenure at Fisk, she completed numerous countless marketing initiatives that increased market awareness, 22
fashion for over 20 years. She is also the star of WEtv’s new hit reality internships in public relations, radio and television. Immediately after generated leads that has resulted in significant revenue. She
show “Cutting it in the ATL” a platform that gives the world a glimpse graduating, she moved to Atlanta and worked at the Atlanta Journal o ers multiple products for auto, home, life insurance and
into the life of a successful salon owner in Atlanta that airs every & Constitution in Retail Advertising. A year later, Lori was accepted to retirement planning, helping her clients achieve financial security.
Thursday at 10pm est. Beautii is also the brand ambassador for her the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Telecommunications at
premiere beauty line of professional hair care products, hair Arizona State University. Alexis has had consistent top sales since her career began with
accessories, and apparel. Beautii is an industry leader in her Country Financial in 2012. She ranked in the Top 100 producers in
profession and contributes her success to her family and faith. Lori continued her career in radio as the Assistant Director of the company, out of 11,000 representatives nationwide. Alexis
Promotions and Marketing for WVEE/WAOK radios. After four Cierra has another career as an Inspirational Artist and Songwrit-
She has made her presence in the Atlanta beauty market by styling successful years, Lori was named Promotions Director for WMBX (X- er, she has appeared on numerous Talent Reality Shows including:
celebrities such as Grammy award winner Regina Bell, Sabrina 102.3) and WJBW (B-106.3) in West Palm Beach, Florida. Still climbing American Idol Season 2 Top 32 finalist, Live In Hollywood,
McKinzey of Big Rich Atlanta, Tamika "Tiny “Harris of Family Hustle, the ladder of promotions, Lori moved further South to Miami where Showtime at the Apollo, and The Factor USA to name a few. This
Kandi Burruss of Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA), and Joi Gilliam she worked as Promotions Director of WMIB (103.5 The Beat). During has all prepared her to hit the ground running, she has opened
of Lucy Pearl. As seen on A&E’s Monster-in-law “Beautii is a Beast” as her tenure there, she was nominated by Radio and Records Magazine for major artist throughout her career including Tank, Ray J, Ann
well as her feature on RHOA giving Cynthia Bailey her signature as a Promotions and Marketing Director of the year. Next stop was Nesby and numerous others. She has also performed for Muham-
“Beautii Bob”. Since then, Beautii has expanded her brand into the back to Atlanta where she served as the Creative Marketing Director mad Ali, Mayor Kasim Reed, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's King
entertainment industry, while launching her "Sweet Treatment” of Radio One Atlanta. In that role, she was responsible for the overall Center services. Her music is inspired by artist like Brandy, Toni
product line, and her Versatility Technical Weaving DVD’s globally. marketing of the Radio One Atlanta stations. Next move was to the Braxton, and Yolanda Adams. Alexis Cierra has been a studio
Beautii devotes her free time by styling underprivileged women and East coast to handle the Marketing and Promotions for the CBS Radio vocalist since the age of 15 and has written for numerous artists
children in her community. She works diligently assisting Leukemia Cluster (WPGC 95.5, El Zol 99.1, 106.7 The Fan, Fresh 94.7 and the Big such as Cece Winans and others.
and Cancer organizations by donating her custom Integrated Talker 1580) in Washington, DC. After two busy and successful years
Versatility Wig Caps. Beautii’s legacy is and will be motivational and in DC, she returned back home to Atlanta, GA where she is currently
inspirational to those wishing to follow the same path that she has the Marketing Director for the Radio One cluster which includes
created for her empire. If you would love to see more of Beautii's WHTA – Hot 107.9 / WPZE – Praise 102.5 and WAMJ – Majic 97.5 –
work, please go to www.beautiijoseph.com. 107.5

SHOW RUNDOWN

PRELIMINARY COMPETITION: THE FINAL SHOW: JUNE 27th
JUNE 26th

Opening Production Number Opening Production Number
Introduction of Hosts
Introduction of Judges Introduction of Hosts
Fitness Competition
Evening Competition Community Builder Award & Miss
On Stage Question Photogenic

ENCOURAGE Announcement of Semi-finalists

EMPOWER Introduction of Judges

ENLIGHTEN Fitness Competition

Parade of Gowns

Evening Gown Competition

Announcement of Finalist

Final Question

Farewell to Miss Black Teen US Ambassador
and Miss Black US Ambassador 2014

Crowning of Miss Black Teen US Ambassador
2015 and Miss Black US Ambassador 2015

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YEAR HIGHLIGHTS

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OFFICIAL MISS BLACK TEEN US AMBASSDOR &
MISS BLACK US AMBASSADOR PRIZE PACKAGE

WINNERS RECEIVE PageantSmart | Media Interview Trading Session
Soul Purpose | Fragrance Set
Miss Black Teen US Ambassador/Miss Black Us Wanda Grace | Appearance Wardrobe (Miss Winner Only)
Ambassador Will Be The O cial Spokesperson For O cial Photo Shoot
The Miss Black US Ambassador Scholarship Pageant Publicity Autograph Package

O cial Miss Black Teen Us Ambassador/Miss Black Us RUNNERS UP RECEIVE
Ambassador® Crown And Banner
Traditional engraved Miss Black Teen US
Traditional Engraved Miss Black Teen Us Ambassador/Miss Black US Ambassador ® plaque
Ambassador/miss Black Us Ambassador ® Plaque Rai Design | Presentation Bouquet

A $5,000 Ambassador of Change Education ALL CONTESTANTS RECEIVE
Scholarship
The O cial 2015 National Pageant Program Book
Personal Appearance Contract & Management O cial MBUSAM T-shirt & Bag
provided by the Miss Black US Ambassador An O cial MBUSAM Pageant Award
Scholarship Organization The Little Black Book of Success: Laws of Leadership
for Black Women
O cial Media Tour Transportation Package

Rai Design | Presentation Bouquet

1 Happy Life | Emarking Leadership Training Package

Alluring Cosmetic Dentistry | A Dental Consultation with
Dr. Mastro and 3 in-office whitening sessions

Bombshell Fitness | PRO-FIT BSF membership package

Breezes Bahamas Resort & Spa | All inclusive Vacation
Package

Clarisonic | Facial Cleansing Device

Design Essentials | Hair Care Package

F.O.G. Collection | Make-up Package

Heys Luggage | Luxury Luggage Set

All prizes subject to fulfillment by sponsors. The Miss Black Teen US Ambassador and Miss Black US Ambassador Scholarship Pageant 28
assumes no responsibility for the failure of sponsors to fulfill their commitment.

MISS BLACK TEEN US AMBASSADOR 2014

CIARA THOMPSON

C iara Noelle Thompson is the 5’8” brown eyed daughter of pressure and her life goal is to always be sincere and
Anthony and Dr. Lori Thompson of Bloomington, Indiana. humble through all the success she plans to have in life.
Ciara attended Edgewood High school where she was an active Ciara’s favorite activities include gymnastics, bike riding,
student in and out of school. During her senior year she served as shopping, baking desserts, singing and dancing. Ciara
one of the senior cheer captains and was a top soprano show has always been passionate about helping others
choir member, as well as a left midfielder for the Lady Mustangs especially young girls and those with special needs.
soccer team all while being a part of German club and doing
volunteer work. As an Ambassador of Change she plans to encourage
young girls to stay true to themselves despite the
Ciara currently attends Indiana University where she hopes to negative influences surrounding today’s youth and to
obtain a Bachelor'sCia degree in Psychology and a minor in provide children with special needs more opportunities
linguistics to ultimately become a Obstetrics Gynecologist. Ciara in their communities.
believes her strongest talent is her ability to work hard under

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VYING FOR THE TITLE OF

MISS BLACK TEEN US AMBASSADOR 2015

WHO HAS

WHAT IT

TAKES?

:T O P R O W ( L - R ) W h i t n e y M c W i l l i a m s A l a b a m a | M i k a y l a L u p a m p a A r i z o n a :B O T T O M R O W ( L - R ) D e r r i a W h i t e M i s s i s s i p p i | C a l l i e W i l l i a m s N e b r a s k a

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J a d a S a m u e l S o u t h C a r o l i n a N OT P I C T U R E D : M a r i a h W h i t e Te x a s

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MISS BLACK US AMBASSADOR 2014

CEARAH HAMILTON

C earah Mariah Hamilton lives in Oakdale Minnesota. She mentoring program, MZ. P.R.I.S.S.Y, which means: Pure,
graduated from Como Park Senior High School in 2010. Radiant, Intelligent, Sophisticated, Spiritual,
Presently, she is attending Century College in Maplewood, Young-women.
Minnesota. Cearah’s career plans have led her to the academic
arena of mental health and communications. She loves her family and community; and, she volunteers
regularly with local non-profits organizations. Her love of
Cearah is a strong believer in “Being the Change you want to community guides her as she facilitates youth groups
see,” which inspired her to create her own movement, entitled the rendering services in many capacities, from cleaning up
PURITYMOVEMENT. This movement works hand in hand with her to making cards for children in need.

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VYING FOR THE TITLE OF

MISS BLACK US AMBASSADOR 2015

WHO HAS

WHAT IT

TAKES?

:T O P R O W ( L - R ) S h a n i c e B u t t s A l a b a m a | A y s i a P e n n e l l A r i z o n a :2 ND R O W C T D : ( L - R ) D e n a e P o w e l l M i s s i s s i p p i | To r i S e a l s M i s s o u r i
:D e v i n O w e n s N e b r a s k a 3 rd R O W ( L - R ) A l e x i s S m i t h N e w Yo r k
Tay l o r N e l s o n C a l i fo r n i a | B r i a n n a Wi g g i n s G e o rg i a | L i a J a m e r s o n H awa i i
Davina Hull Idaho | Ariel Fuller Illinois | Jameelah Jones Kansas Gabrielle Hunter North Carolina | Caroline Bennett Oklahoma | Amina Dureti Oregon

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