I still feel like I’m dreaming! I am beyond honored and grateful to be crowned Miss Florida USA 2024. I only competed in two pageants before, in 2015 and 2017, and I didn’t even make it to the top 15 in the state competition. Fast forward 7 years later, I returned to the stage and won a title I dreamed of having as a little girl. Every step has shown hard work, perseverance, and the unwavering support of my loved ones.
 Thank you to the judges for seeing something special in me, your recognition means the world to me! A special shoutout to the incredible women who stood by my side as finalists; your grace and talent made this journey unforgettable. I feel blessed to have gotten to know you, and for some see you again to witness how you have grown into women who carry themselves with such class! As I move forward to Miss USA 2024, I am committed to empowering women, inspiring them to become financially literate leaders and thriving business owners. Together, we can break barriers an...