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Grand Iconic Miss: Our Mission
"It's about legacy, it's about moments, it's about being an ICON." Grand Iconic Miss is more than a pageant; it is a journey of growth, empowerment, and self-discovery. GIM is a non-contractual pageant that sets the stage for you to thrive in every aspect of competition, giving you the opportunity to leave your mark in the world of pageantry. The very definition of an Icon is: a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere. Our mission is to create an atmosphere for you to excel and become the best version of yourself, on and off the runway. We celebrate elegance, intelligence, and a deep love for fashion and service. Our goal is to develop and build confidence with every step you take as part of the Grand Iconic Miss family. The journey begins the moment you decide to join GIM... are you ready to become an ICON?
2025 Senior "ICON" of the Year
Kiran Reddy
2025 Junior "ICON" of the Year
Luciana Espinosa
Meet our ICONIC Queens
Miss Mini 2-3: Esme Jenkins
Esme, a sparkling three-year-old from Poinciana, Florida, who stepped onto the stage at just two years old and hasn’t stopped shining since! With a love for pink, purple, and all things fabulous, Esme is a true Seizure Warrior Princess-strong, brave, and full of joy.
When she’s not lighting up the stage in a beauty pageant, you’ll find her modeling, singing, dancing, or scoring goals on the soccer field. Esme also loves playing video games, enjoying pizza, chicken nuggets, and fries, and spending time with her big brother and friends at daycare. With confidence in her step and a sparkle in her eye, Esme is ready to take the stage and show the world the power of courage, joy, and how to be ICONIC!
Miss Junior Princess 4-6: Elena Essington
From Saint Augustine, Florida, Elena is 6 years old with a love of dance, pageants, reading, animals, and Jesus. She enjoys doing acro, ballet, and Irish dance, though she will say her favorite is acro because of how flexible she is! When she isn’t competing in pageants or dancing, you will likely find Elena volunteering at the Jacksonville Humane Society as a Pawsitive Reader, making bookmarks and cards, or spending time with residents at the local veterans’ nursing home, as she loves helping make her community a better place. Being a true Florida girl, Elena enjoys going to the beach, both to play and to help – as she regularly participates in beach clean ups and is a junior sea turtle patroller.
In addition to being an all A student, Elena was awarded the Servant Leader Award for 1st grade at her school as well as being the recipient of the Fruit of the Spirit: Joy Award in Kindergarten. In November of 2024, she received the GOLD Presidential Volunteer Service Award for completing over 85 hours of community service.
Through her platform, LENA’s Letters, Elena takes her love of reading to a new level. From book drives to making bookmarks to reading to the shelter animals, Lena hopes to inspire young people to read, after all, according to her favorite author Dr. Seuss: “The more you read, the more things you will know!”
Miss Princess 7-9: Meighlah Laing
From Tampa Florida, Meighlah is a vivacious 7 year old powerhouse. Nicknamed Meeps' by everyone who loves her she loves pageants, modeling, the ocean and all things outdoors.
When she's not commanding the stage you can find her on set filming for Disney and Universal Studios with her family or somewhere with the wind in her hair and a smile on her face.
Meighlah is an A honor roll first grader and has been awarded the kindness award four times, the outstanding science and explorer award and is an avid reader and cheerleader for the Sharks.
Meighlah has taken part and helped organize many collection drives for her local women and children's center, the Hope children's home and for the victims of hurricanes Milton and Helene. Her caring heart for those less fortunate leads her to want to help as many people as she can.
She says even a smile or a hug can make a difference in someone's day but when we can do more ...we do more!
Miss Pre-Teen 10-12: Brianna Reed
Brianna is a vibrant 12-year-old competitive dancer, model, and pageant queen whose heart shines just as brightly as her talent. With over six years of dance experience and more than 20 hours of weekly training, Brianna performs with both the Somerset Pantherettes and Dancer’s Gallery. While she loves all styles of dance, contemporary is her favorite—it gives her the power to tell stories and connect with others through movement.
Beyond the spotlight, Brianna is deeply committed to making a difference. She is the proud co-founder of Shine Bright Society, a youth-led nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading kindness and supporting those in need - organizing toy drives, holiday gift donations, and their signature event, the Denim & Diamonds Fashion Show, which raised funds to support local families. Through her platform, Brianna continues to advocate for compassion, youth empowerment, and community involvement.
Since her modeling debut at just 7 months old, Brianna has appeared in international campaigns for brands like Dick’s Sporting Goods, The Children’s Place, and Wubble. Her confidence and poise have also earned her several prestigious pageant titles, including International Miss American Teen Princess 2022, 2024 International Citrus Preteen, and 2025 Miss Grand Iconic Preteen.
Academically driven and endlessly curious, Brianna is especially passionate about marine biology. She dreams of exploring the ocean, protecting marine life, and one day becoming a marine biologist. After attending an ocean exploration camp and discovering her love for snorkeling, she’s already planning to tackle surfing next. Brianna hopes to blend her passions by becoming both a marine biologist and a choreographer—proving that with hard work and heart, you really can do it all.
Miss Junior Teen 13-15: Sarah Duncan
Sarah attends Crystal River High School, where she is enrolled in a challenging biomedical program. She is a National Honor Society student and an active member of HOSA. Sarah also participates in a culinary program, which she truly enjoys. In addition, she serves on the Superintendent’s Advisory Council and is a proud member of the school’s tennis team. Sarah is heavily involved in leadership activities and has been selected to represent her county this summer at Florida’s Leadership Conference for high school students.
She has won both school and regional science fairs for the past three consecutive years and is a three-time state science fair qualifier. Sarah was awarded a prestigious scholarship by Duke Energy for her outstanding science fair project. This year at the state science fair, she also received the Broward County Scholarship for excellence in science. She’s already working on next year’s research project—this girl truly loves science!
In her free time, Sarah enjoys hanging out with friends, playing tennis, cooking, shopping, growing plants, and modeling. She absolutely loves animals and has four dogs, two cats, and a pet bunny named Hoptart!
Sarah is also passionate about volunteering. She frequently donates her time to the United Way, the VFW, and various community events. She actively promotes her platform, STEM Queens, which encourages young women to pursue and excel in careers in science, technology, engineering, and medicine. She has even pioneered an after-school STEM program for local middle schools to help spark a love of STEM in younger students.
Driven by her desire to make a difference, Sarah plans to pursue a career in medicine as a reconstructive plastic surgeon. She is dedicated to helping her community and hopes to continue encouraging young women and giving back even after medical school.
If you ever meet Sarah, you’ll immediately notice how infectious her smile and personality are. She’s funny, kind, and truly loves people. Her advice?
“Always be on time, be prepared, and always be kind… kindness is free.”
Miss Teen 16-18: Jaylene Caro
Jaylene is a dedicated and passionate young woman who balances her love for professional modeling, athletics, advocacy, and academics with grace and determination. As both a competitive flag football player and a cheerleader, she thrives in teamwork-driven environments, always pushing herself and those around her to excel.
Her drive extends beyond the field, as she recently placed top 5 in the prestigious Miss Florida Teen USA pageant—an accomplishment that reflects her poise, confidence, and commitment to making a difference. With a deep passion for urban design, Jaylene plans to pursue this field in college, aiming to create sustainable and inclusive spaces that benefit communities for generations to come.
As an older sister and mentor, Jaylene takes pride in guiding her peers, particularly in environmental advocacy, a cause she holds close to her heart. She believes in using her platform to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action about our environment, especially as a multicultural teen navigating the world with the goal of leaving a lasting, positive impact.
With an unwavering commitment to growth and service, Jaylene is determined to be a voice for change—whether on the field, in her community, or in the cities she hopes to shape in the future.
Miss 19-28: Taylor Leidel
Taylor is a 20-year Florida native. With a heart for service, a passion for mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to leadership, Taylor uses her platform to inspire, empower, and give back to her community.
Currently a senior at the University of Florida, Taylor is on the pre-law track, majoring in political science, with aspirations to attend Stetson Law School. She dreams of blending her love for law with her passion for the entertainment industry, seeking a career where she can advocate for the arts, entertainment, and intellectual property rights. As a member of the Delta Gamma sorority, Taylor embraces the motto “Do Good” and carries it with her in all her endeavors, especially in her volunteer work. She is also an active member of the South Florida State College PAWSitive Alumni Club, where she mentors college students, providing guidance and fostering a supportive community.
Alongside her academic and leadership pursuits, Taylor is an aspiring model and is eager to explore the entertainment industry from both a creative and legal perspective. Her pageant journey in the Miss USA and Miss America systems has sharpened her public speaking and advocacy skills, preparing her for a career that blends the worlds of law, media, and entertainment.
In her free time, Taylor pursues a variety of activities that keep her both physically active and engaged. She is an enthusiastic scuba diver and snorkeler, with a strong appreciation for exploring the ocean's depths. Additionally, she enjoys dancing, working out, and staying active. Outside of her physical pursuits, Taylor is an avid reader, always seeking new knowledge and perspectives.
Woman 29-40: Akifa Khattak
Akifa is a healthcare attorney with a Juris Doctorate, Master’s in Health Administration from Cornell University, and a Master’s in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University. She is a co-founder of Her Health AI, a Femtech company specializing in non-invasive diagnostics for endometriosis. The company recognition includes winning the Johnson & Johnson Startup Pitch Competition at HLTH and being named a semi-finalist for both the Digital HLTH Hub Awards and HITLAB, Forbes, & WSJ. For over a decade, she has worked toward a public platform to create real impact.
As a public speaker and healthcare advocate for women’s health technology, Akifa is actively involved in policy reform through the Womens Health Advocates Coalition, which is lobbying for the bipartisan Find It Early Breast Cancer Act and having Endometriosis on the ADA Disability List, with the White House. She also leverages her public platform as Miss North Orlando for Miss USA 2025 to promote awareness and share her advocacy work through creative outlets such as media, fashion, comedy, and sports.
She is a member of HIMSS, Chiefs in Intellectual Property, Women's Digital Health Network, and the American Health Law Association. Her professional contributions include authoring several legal articles, co-authoring Healthcare Entrepreneurship (specifically the chapter A Lawyer's Role in Digital Health Innovation), authoring the legal article The Health and Legal Considerations of Computer-Brain Interface Technology.
Under her supervising attorney, she drafted legal arguments for the U.S. Court of Appeals, one below the Supreme Court of US, on food transportation issues and enacted a Pennsylvania law/ordinance on Complete Streets sustainability. Additionally, she has worked on cases involving DOJ investigations into Medicare and Medicaid fraud exceeding $50 million and Environmental Crimes Investigations with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General. She also was a guest law lecturer for digital health.
As a millennial with diverse interests—ice hockey, stand-up comedy, modeling, free diving, and a love for UFC she wants to educate and inspire through reliability. She is bridging technical with creative and professional with public platforms. She believes if you can aspire you can inspire and we are better together.
Junior ICON of the Year: Luciana Espinosa
Luciana Espinoza is a 12-year-old proudly born in Venezuela and honored to serve as your Grand Icon of the Year 2025. With a passion for service, the environment, and helping others, Luciana brings heart and purpose to everything she does.
She is the creator of EcoRise, her environmental project that encourages kids and teens to protect the planet through beach cleanups, recycling tips, and educational content. Her goal is to show others that small actions can lead to big change.
Luciana is also a proud brand ambassador for Elsa Fairy Dresses, embodying grace, creativity, and youth empowerment through fashion. She has walked the runway in some of the industry’s most Iconic events, including New York Fashion Week, Los Angeles Fashion Week, Miami Swim Week, and Art Basel, shining with elegance and confidence at every step.
A talented professional Model & gymnast, Luciana is a two-time state champion, and she’s also an outstanding school athlete in track, showcasing her strength, discipline, and commitment both on and off the field.
She is a straight A student who balances school with community work, family time, and caring for her three dogs. She’s known for her positive energy, dedication, and strong sense of leadership, always ready to stand up for what she believes in.
Senior ICON of the Year: Kiran Reddy
Kiran is a 17 year old rising senior that is fueled with a passion for making a difference. Whether through academics, volunteer work, or community involvement, Kiran approaches every endeavor with compassion and a genuine desire to help others.
She lives in Douglas, GA and attends Coffee High School. Kiran is a dedicated student who is currently in the top 5% of her class and is involved in various clubs and organizations within her school. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond academics — she is also a member of the Varsity Swim Team as well as the Douglas Stingrays Swim Team!
With over 300 hours of community service, Kiran continues to make a lasting impact through her volunteer work in the Labor and Delivery Wing of Coffee Regional Medical Center and her service as a Coffee County Chamber of Commerce Junior Ambassador. Her recent role as a Page at the Georgia House of Representatives further fueled her passion for being a strong voice in her community.
In addition to her efforts in her school and community, Kiran found a passion for modeling through Michelle's Formal Wear and even got the opportunity to model for designer Ashley Lauren at Atlanta Apparel Mart!
Kiran was recently crowned the 2025 Grand Iconic Miss Icon of the Year, which is an achievement that she is incredibly proud and honored to hold. For her this means more than a crown; it is the opportunity and platform to continue uplifting others, promoting kindness, and serving her community.
OUR 2024 ELITE ROYALS
The ICONIC Judges
Peyton Lewis
Darrell Williams
Darrell Williams
Peyton is a 26-year-old Orlando native and UCF Business graduate. She excels as a real estate agent with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, specializing in investment properties. Her platform focuses on empowering women to achieve financial literacy, pursue their dreams and break through barriers. She is keen on helping women become leaders and thriving business owners in their communities. Her vision is to create a world where women are equipped with the knowledge and resources to excel in all aspects of life. Peyton exemplifies dedication, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive impact by shattering stereotypes and redefining success.
Darrell Williams
Darrell Williams
Darrell Williams
Darrell graduated Cum Laude from Valdosta State University with dual degrees in Telecommunications and Elementary Education, as well as a Master's degree in Education. He is currently the Preschool Special Education Coordinator for the Coffee County School System in Douglas, GA and is a former Teacher of the Year. Darrell has been involved in all aspects of pageants for over 40 years throughout the southern United States.. He is the Director of the Miss GA South Pageant and assists with the search of contestants for Miss Georgia USA & Miss Georgia Teen USA. Darrell is the Executive Director of MISS VIRGINIA USA & MISS VIRGINIA TEEN USA Pageants with the MISS USA & MISS UNIVERSE Organization.
Savannah Miles
Darrell Williams
Savannah Miles
Savannah is a full-time model and interior design student at the Savannah College of Art and Design, specializing in the restoration of historic residential homes. A passionate art history enthusiast, she will never pass up a trip to the museum! As a devoted paw-rent to her Frenchie, Beau, Savannah balances her personal passions with meaningful philanthropic work. She proudly serves on the board of Lost-n-Found Youth, a nonprofit dedicated to providing shelter and support for LGBTQ+ youth facing homelessness and neglect. A former Miss Georgia Teen USA, she secured a Top 10 placement at Miss Teen USA, and achieved first runner-up at Teen Universe as Teen Universe USA. This year, she is competing for the title of Miss Georgia USA as Miss Georgia South USA.
Grand Iconic Production
Jorge Esteban - Iconic Emcee
Jorge’s professional experience encompasses over 30 years in telecommunications and more than 10 years in the pageant industry. He is a graduate of Florida International University, School of Business as well as earned a Masters in Project Management from George Washington University. Jorge is a past recipient of the Global Beauty Awards for Best International Director and winner of Best Interview Coach titles from notable organizations. In 2014, he officially launched his dream of having his own interview preparation consulting company and was the visionary in creating the nationally successful NO FEAR Program. To date, Jorge has worked with clients that have won the prestigious titles of Miss Universe, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, Miss America, USA National Miss, Miss USA Earth, Mrs. USA Earth, Mis United States of America, International Junior Miss, National American Miss, Miss High School America and many more!
2024 Overall TALENT Winner
Haylee Fulla
Grand Iconic Miss Talent
Haylee comes to you from our Pre-Teen division and captured the judges hearts with her elegance and grace on stage.
Our talent competition highlights our contestants diverse interests and abilities. We have one overall winner for all divisions. Entries are submitted via video allowing you to showcase your best performance.
From singing, to dance, to artistic make-up skills, we encourage you to show us your abilities!
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