PRESENTERS 2025
The mission of The Global Beauty Awards (TGBA) is to bring awareness to the pageant community and highlight the excellence of those involved. TGBA is your opportunity to become an official member to celebrate and elevate those that have or will be nominated worldwide. Exterior beauty has often been the focal point, but those involved can tell you first hand that pageantry is one of the greatest experiences for building confidence, speaking abilities, and learning how to properly network in professional settings. Pageant participants have become extremely successful as entrepreneurs in business, medicine, engineering, sports, television, movies, entertainment and so much more. TGBA earned 2025 Gold Honors with AVA Digital Awards for its Social Impact.
We received a record breaking number of nominations! 💫 Thank you for your commitment to honoring those who are making a meaningful impact and changing lives through beauty.
We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards in Seattle, WA. April 17th-18th, 2026!
Get ready for another unforgettable weekend filled with glamour, inspiration, and celebration as we honor the incredible individuals making a positive social impact around the world.
✨To become a member, click on the link in the profile or visit, www.TheGlobalBeautyAwards.com
✨ Let’s shine together at #GBAS2026! Stay tuned for updates!
*2023 Global Beauty Award Lifetime Achievement Award recipient @amyemmerich
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Nov 9
The 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards submissions are in! 🌟
Celebrate the best in beauty, talent, and inspiration with us April 17–18, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
Who will take home the honor? Stay tuned to find out who are the nominees. (Official nominees will be announced the week of November 24.)
Tickets go on sale later this month! Don’t miss your chance to attend one of the industry’s most inspiring celebrations of talent, creativity, and impact.
Thank you for being such an integral part of this beautiful community and for helping us recognize and uplift individuals who are changing lives through beauty.
#GlobalBeautyAwards #GBA2026 #Seattle
Nov 8
This is it - today is the final day at 11:59pmPST to submit your nominations for the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards, happening April 17- 18, 2026, in Seattle, WA! There will be NO more extensions.
We’ve been thrilled by the overwhelming response in the past 24 hours - thank you for your incredible participation and passion! Our team is diligently processing all submissions to ensure every nominee is properly reviewed. (We still have dozens in the queue that we are processing.)
✨Important reminders:
• If you see a red name, that nominee is not a VIP Voting Member. Only active VIP members are eligible to be considered.
• To become an official nominee, a person must receive at least five votes from VIP Voting Members.
• Each category also needs a minimum of five submissions; if not, it will be merged with a similar category (for example, Best Content per Age Group may merge into Best Content Overall).
✨It’s not too late to become a VIP Voting
Member!
Joining as a VIP Voting Member gives you the opportunity to:
• Submit two nominations of your choice.
• Participate as part of our exclusive voting team, helping shape who will be honored on stage.
Anyone who joined prior to May 1, 2025, has been grandfathered in with the original membership benefits.
Once all categories are finalized, you’ll receive access to our Dropbox folder to review submissions.
Voting will take place the week of November 15th, and official nominees will be announced
November 24-25.
Tickets go on sale later this month! Don’t miss your chance to attend one of the industry’s most inspiring celebrations of talent, creativity, and impact.
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Nov 7
✨ You asked. We listened! ✨
Nominations for the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards has been extended until 11:59 PM PST on November 7, 2025.
With 40+ award categories, there’s a place for everyone in the pageant and beauty community - don’t miss your chance to be recognized!
👉 Submit your nominations today at TheGlobalBeautyAwards.com
#GlobalBeautyAwards #GBA2025 #PageantCommunity #BeautyAwards
Nov 1
✨ One of the biggest nights in pageantry! ✨
The Global Beauty Awards community showed up in style at Miss USA 2025! 👑
Celebrating excellence and legacy in the pageant world:
🏆 Best Pageant Supporter - (2025) Thom Brodeur, CEO of Miss USA & Miss Teen USA
🎬 3x Best Director / Best Producer - Laura Clark
📸 Tom & Charlotte Ambrose Lifetime Media Award (2019) - Carl Dunn
🌟 Lifetime Achievement Recipients:
• Stacey Schieffelin (2019)
• Charles W. Herbster (2023)
• Linda McMahon (2024)
👠 Runway Walk Winner (2024) - Lou Schieffelin
🎥 Legacy Award Winner / Best Director - Paula Miles
💖 4x GBA Winner - Dr. Kennedy Garcia
🎙 2x Best Content Creator - Dani Walker
💄 Best Makeup Artist (2018) - Austin Ryde
👗 Best Evening Gown (2018) - Nia Sanchez
✨ Nominations are now open for the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards!
Deadline: November 1, 2025 🗓️
Know someone who’s making a difference in the beauty or pageant industry?
👉 Nominate them today and help us celebrate those who inspire and elevate the community!
#GlobalBeautyAwards #MissUSA #PageantCommunity #PageantLife #PageantAwards #BeautyWithPurpose #Pageantry #NominateNow
Oct 31
✨ What an incredible night in Los Angeles at the #RaisingBrows event!
The Global Beauty Awards community was honored to be part of this celebration of beauty, empowerment, and inspiration 💫
From left to right ➡️
💄 @dasha.konevega | GBA Official Makeup Artist
🏆 @jenniferelloyd | Co-Executive Producer, 5x GBA Winner & Sponsor
🌟 @jamiekernlima | 2018 GBA Best Entrepreneur & 2025 Lifetime Achievement Winner
💋 @officialmilanakova | GBA Official Makeup Artist & Social Media
💎 @liavalenciakey | Owner, Valencia Key
📸 @kristina.kovalevich | GBA Social Media
Huge congratulations to @anastasiabeverlyhills and @oprah for an unforgettable event! 💖
Nominations for the 9th annual @thegbasofficial are due on November 1, 2025.
#GlobalBeautyAwards #RaisingEyebrows #BeautyEmpowerment #WomenSupportingWomen #GBAFamily #AnastasiaBeverlyHills #Oprah #Inspiration #LosAngelesEvents #BeautyCommunity
Oct 26
TWO 2024 Global Beauty Award Walk Off contestants represent on the Miss USA stage next week!
Lou Schefflein was the winner of the 2024 Global Beauty Awards Welcome Party Walk Off Competition. She represents Florida as Miss Florida USA 2025 at the Miss USA Pageant in Reno, Nevada.
And Carissa Erickson will walk the stage as Miss Washington USA at this year’s pageant. She is a @pageantsnw graduate. The 74th Annual Miss USA Pageant will take place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino on October 24th, 2025.
Oct 15
We are excited to announce our 2026
Lifetime Achievement Award Winner!
Celebrity photographer, @fadilberishaphotography !
About Fadil Berisha:
Fadil Berisha is an Albanian-American photographer based in New York City. He was born in Kosovo in 1960, and migrated to New York City at the age of nine where he would soon discover his passion for photography, fashion and beauty.
Prior to his arrival in NYC, Fadil moved to Italy for a year in 1968 where he started to develop his passion for beauty and art. Fadil attended the Fashion Institute of Technology and studied Men’s Fashion Design and Photography.
Following college, Fadil met a photographer by the name of Donna DeMari, who would later change his life. She further helped Fadil realize his passion and love for beauty. After meeting and working with Donna, Fadil moved back to Italy and worked as a fashion stylist for a year - where he discovered his true eye for photography.
After migrating back to New York City in 1982, Fadil began his successful career as a fashion and beauty photographer.
Alongside his 35+ year profession as a photographer, Fadil has cultivated a career as a philanthropist, humanitarian, creative director and editor.
Nominations are due November 1st. Submit your nominations today!
✨Become a VIP Voting Member TODAY! *
🔗Link in bio or visit:
www.theGlobalBeautyAwards.com
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Oct 15
⏳ Just weeks left! Nominations close on November 1, 2025 — don’t miss your chance!
Want to leave a lasting legacy? Sponsor a category named after you, your company, or your organization!
This is a unique opportunity to support the beauty and pageant community while showcasing your brand alongside an amazing organization that honors excellence in our industry.
Here are some of the categories already proudly sponsored:
⭐ Charles W. Herbster Most Patriotic
⭐ Dr. Connie Mariano Best in Health Care Award
⭐ Lloyd Best Parent
⭐ Morgan Pierce Every Body is Beautiful
⭐ The Kerry Damiano Faith in Action Award
⭐ The Kerry Damiano Spirit Award
⭐The Kerry Damiano Star Power Award
⭐ Veronica Villegas Best Volunteer
Ready to get involved? Send us a message or comment below to learn how you can sponsor a category!
✨Become a VIP Voting Member TODAY!
🔗Link in bio or visit:
www.theGlobalBeautyAwards.com
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Oct 12
Congratulations to @maureenmfrancisco , Co-Founder & Executive Producer for being recognized as the 2025 TOP WOMEN IN MEDIA!
This is Maureen’s second @cynopsismedia award.
The Cynopsis Top Women in Media Awards honors the exceptional achievements of female leaders who are shaping the future of media, marketing, and entertainment. From executives and innovators to content creators and marketers, this event celebrates the trailblazers driving change, creativity, and innovation across the industry.
🏆Congratulations! We are so proud of you!
#topwomeninbusiness #executiveproducer #thegbas #media #award #cynopsisawards #maureenfrancisco
Oct 12
This is your chance to give a standing ovation to someone who inspires you or made an impact! Toss in your own name in the nomination because, you deserve that spotlight too! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨
We’re rolling out the red carpet for the best of the best 🏆
* COACH
* CONTENT
* ROOKIE DIRECTOR | PRODUCER
* DIRECTOR | PRODUCER - Under 25 Contestants
* DIRECTOR | PRODUCER - 25+ Contestants
* DR. CONNIE MARIANO BEST IN HEALTH CARE AWARD
* BEST IN EDUCATION
* BEST IN SCIENCE
* ENTREPRENEUR
* LEGACY AWARD IN HONOR OF CHESLIE KRYST
* BEST NONPROFIT
* VERONICA VILLEGAS BEST VOLUNTEER
* PRODUCTION
* SPONSOR
* TALENT (17 years old or younger)
* TALENT (18+ years old)
* CHROMATIQUE MOST EMPOWERING STYLIST
(Hair | Makeup | WARDROBE)
* SUPPORTER
* DENISE WHITE
* MOST IMPACTFUL (17 years old or younger)
* INTERNATIONAL PAGEANT AMBASSADOR
* MOST IMPACTFUL (18 - 44 years old)
* MOST IMPACTFUL (45+ years old)
* THE KERRY DAMIANO STYLE AWARD
* LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
* LLOYD BEST PARENT
* PHOTOGENIC - Current or Past
* CONGENIALITY
* BRAND AMBASSADOR
* PEOPLE’S CHOICE
* PHYSICAL FITNESS
* MOST PATRIOTIC
* CULTURAL INCLUSION - Current
* TITLEHOLDER - Current (17 years old or younger)
* TITLEHOLDER - Current (18 - 44 years old)
* TITLEHOLDER - Current (45+ years old)
* BEST PAGEANT CEO AND/OR OWNER
* DIAMOND AWARD
* SPONSORED AWARD
* THE KERRY DAMIANO FAITH IN ACTION AWARD
* THE MORGAN PIERCE “EVERY BODY IS BEAUTIFUL”
* THE KERRY DAMIANO STAR POWER AWARD
Don’t wait. Submit your nominations today!
Become a VIP Voting Member TODAY! *
🔗Link in bio or visit:
www.theGlobalBeautyAwards.com
#beautypageant #pageant #redcarpet #missearthusa #queenoftheworldpageant #allamericanmiss #missworld #missworldamerica #missteenusa #mrsamerica #mrsworld #mrssenioramerica #mrsseniorsworld #nam #internationaljuniormiss #missamerica #uppageantry #missunitedstates #missgrandinternational #missinternational #missearth #tiaras #misssupranational #theglobalbeautyawards #thegbas #misselite #missglobe #nationwidepageantry #misscontinental
Oct 9
Time is running out - nominate now!
You have less than one month left to submit your nominations for the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards!
This is your opportunity to recognize someone who inspires you - or be recognized for your own contributions to making our community stronger, more inclusive, and more beautiful.
From Best Director to Best Talent, Best Sponsor, and many more - we’re celebrating excellence across the industry.
**All current members who became a VIP Voting member prior to May 1, 2025 are automatically grandfathered in and will still be able to make the same number of submission entries you’ve been making in the past.
(Email [email protected] with any questions.)
Don’t wait. Submit your nominations today!
✨Become a VIP Voting Member TODAY!✨
🔗Link in bio or visit:
www.theGlobalBeautyAwards.com
#beautypageant #pageant #redcarpet #missearthusa #queenoftheworldpageant #allamericanmiss #missworld #missworldamerica #missteenusa #mrsamerica #mrsworld #mrssenioramerica #mrsseniorsworld #nam #internationaljuniormiss #missamerica #uppageantry #missunitedstates #missgrandinternational #missinternational #missearth #tiaras #misssupranational #theglobalbeautyawards #thegbas #misselite #missglobe #nationwidepageantry #misscontinental
Oct 4
Huge congratulations to Laura Clark who is a 3x GBA winner and now officially the Co-National Director of Miss USA | Miss Teen USA.
Your passion, dedication, and leadership continue to inspire. Here’s to the next chapter! 👑✨
#Leadership #MissUSA #GBAStrong #WomenInLeadership
Sep 17
A big round of applause to Thom Brodeur for acquiring the license for Miss USA | Miss Teen USA — a landmark moment for the future of these iconic brands! 👑
We’re also thrilled to celebrate Thom as the 2025 GBA’s Best Supporter recipient. His continued dedication, vision, and support of the global beauty and talent industry make him a standout leader and changemaker.
Here’s to new beginnings, bold leadership, and a future filled with excellence! 🌟
Sep 5
The Award-Winning Global Beauty Awards Show Is Back!
Now accepting nominations for the 9th Annual Global Beauty Awards!
Do you know someone who’s making a real impact in the pageant or beauty industry?
Help us honor the best of the best.
🗓️ Nomination Deadline: November 1, 2025
Your VIP Voting Membership empowers the GBAs to unite, invest in, and celebrate the international pageant community. Let’s spotlight the individuals and organizations that are shaping the future of our industry.
✨ Nominate your champions today!
📌Visit the link in our bio or head to theGlobalBeautyAwards.com today.
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Aug 26
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