2016 BEAUTY PAGEANT . SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 . LLOYD ERSKINE SANDIFORD CENTRE
about the franchise holders
Famed Barbadian celebrity wedding and event planner Brian A.M. Green formed the company managing the franchise in May 2016. Brian and his fellow director of Crown Events Inc. for MUB will create unique and exciting experiences for the contestants, as well as corporate sponsors and social event frequenters. MUB will change the culture of the Miss Universe Pageant in Barbados, offering a very unique opportunity to the contestants, with image building, health & fitness, beauty and confidence seminars, combined with a myriad of social and corporate networking commitments. The pageant intends to become the opportunity for the young ladies of Barbados to truly become “Confidently Beautiful.� Being a professional national franchise team means running a successful branded business that function and thrives twelve months of the year and not just when it is time to start the process of selecting a new delegate for the upcoming year. It takes a full-time dedicated team of professionals who are passionate, talented, creative and who work with integrity and the belief that what we do not only matters, but also makes a difference in the lives of the people who are touched by our activities. Our team has a proven track record of successful event management across the globe and has exciting plans already in place for 2016 and we would like you to join us. LUXURY BRANDS AND EVENT EXPERIENCES The MUB team will be combining our vast experience in marketing, media relations, event and brand management to pair luxury brands with reputations of distinction with event experiences that will grant access to key demographics in a unique experience.
HISTORY WORTH REPEATING 1976 THE FIRST MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS ATTENDS THE PAGEANT Sharon Nightingale was the Miss Universe Barbados and represented us in Hong Kong.
1977 MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS TRAVELS TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC The Miss Universe Barbados 1977 was Margaret Rouse.
1978 JUDY MILLER CAPTURES THE CROWN OF MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS Represents Barbados with pride in Mexico
1979 AUSTRALIA WELCOMES BARBARA BRADSHAW Miss Universe Barbados attends the Miss Universe pageant in Australia
1984 MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS CROWNED AT THE PLANTATION THEATRE A packed house witnessed young Lisa Worme win the title.
1985 A RETURN TO ELEGANCE AT MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS Miss Universe Barbados show made its home at The Globe Theatre and we witnessed Elizabeth Wadman capture the hearts of the judges.
1986 MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS TAKES PANAMA BY STORM Panamanians went crazy for our Miss Universe Barbados and made her a fan favourite.
1987 DAWN MICHELLE WAITHE CHARMS HER WAY TO THE CROWN The gorgeous Miss Universe Barbados represented us with pride in Singapore
1999 A RETURN TO THE MISS UNIVERSE STAGE After an eleven year absence Olivia Harding took Barbados back to the global stage in Trinidad for the pageant
2003 A RETURN TO PANAMA Miss Universe Barbados Nadia Forte proudly represented our nation at the Miss Universe Pageant
2004 NINETEEN YEAR OLD CINDY BATSON WINS THE CROWN Represents Barbados in Ecuador
2005 THAILAND WELCOMES MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS Pageant fans across the world cheered on our own Nada Yearwood as she stomped the stage at Miss Universe
2007 ANOTHER JEWEL IN OUR CROWN Jewel Garner, daughter of the legendary cricketer, Joel Garner shone bright like a diamond in Mexico
MEET THE NATIONAL DIRECTOR
Brian A. M. Green
Chief Dream Maker and Creative Visionary of By BrianGreen LLC based in Atlanta and Crown Events Inc. in Barbados - Brian is an award-winning event planner with over sixteen years of experience in the events international industry. He has managed hundreds of memorable and cutting-edge events over the years from celebrity weddings, to grand charity galas and everything in between. Prior to establishing his own businesses, Brian was a distinguished member of the Diplomatic Corps for Barbados where he served as Vice Consul at Miami and worked directly for the then Barbados Tourism Authority in the promotion of the country as a tourism destination. While there, he was also charged with the responsibility of creating the vision and executing the look and feel of Barbados at major special events, charity galas, conferences and trade shows where the island was represented. Brian’s remarkable attention to detail, hands-on approach, and inventive style quickly positioned him as one of the most sought after event planners in Atlanta and other major cities across the globe. In 2010, the readers of JEZEBEL, one of Modern Luxury’s premier magazines, voted Brian as the Best Wedding Planner in Atlanta, a title they once again conferred on him in 2015 and again in 2016. He has also been recognized in the US as "a Hall Of Fame winner for Best of the Knot" for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. He was a regular talent offering fabulous advice on Women’s Entertainment (We)TV network’s hit show “Get Married,” for two seasons and was the celebrity planner who designed their magazine’s cover for their Winter Edition, 2010. He has been featured several times by the uber chic and highly respected Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Occasions Magazine, Atlanta Weddings, Bride’s Atlanta Magazine, the well respected, Style Me Pretty blog, Munaluchi Bridal Magazine, Profiles Magazine, Modern Luxury’s Atlantan Bride, Caribbean Bride, Jezebel Magazine. He is also a regular contributor for The New York Times’ “About.com” website featuring planning tips for fabulous events. Brian served as a Board member of Meeting Professionals International in both South Florida and Georgia. In 2007, he won the prestigious President’s Award at the annual Phoenix Awards dinner for the Georgia Chapter of Meeting Professionals International. He was the founding President and Immediate Past President of the Atlanta Chapter of “Wish Upon A Wedding” - the world’s first nonprofit, wish-granting organization providing weddings and vow renewals for couples facing terminal illness and life-altering circumstances.
about the team
ATTORNEY AT LAW – NATASHA D.S MORGAN
Responsible for all legal aspects of running the franchise including contract negotiations and execution / adherence to rules, bylaws and guidelines of MUO / adherence to local laws as they pertain to the running and execution of the franchise's business
TALENT- JEWEL GARNER & MICHELLAN BASCOMBE
Responsible for all aspects of the delegates and the title holder during her reign - recruitment / delegate and titleholder management/ selection process / training / development / chaperon / beauty team / wardrobe team
SPONSORSHIP & CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS LANI DAISLEY
Responsible for developing and managing a strategy to attract and maintain corporate sponsorship for the pageant. Identification of prospects; cultivation and relationship management for the portfolio; proposal development and solicitation; and overseeing benefit fulfillment of all sponsorship agreements.
MEDIA RELATIONS & PR – GAYNELLE MARSHALL
Responsible for overseeing communications to the media, including preparing articles, press kits, press releases, and other content initiatives. Cultivates and manages relationships with media reps.
CHIEF CHAPERONE – ZHANE PADMOR
Responsible for managing the public appearances of all delegates including Miss Universe Barbados.
FINANCIAL COMPTROLLER – CHIWALE GOODING CPA, CA
Responsible for planning and directing financial accounting, budgeting, auditing, investments, cash and prize management and other fiscal operations and functions.
WEB AND DIGITAL MEDIA – SEAN MANIFOLD
Responsible for management of all online properties and social media channels for the franchise.
LOGISTICS AND EVENT MANAGEMENT – KEVIN DRAYTON & ANN JOHNSON Responsible for ensuring the day-to-day management of event logistics is executed adeptly. Adhering to the guidelines of event management by MUB and Crown Events Inc.
MEET THE HOST
Gaynelle Marshall
She is a radio veteran of over 20 years, who started her career at the then Barbados Rediffusion Serivces, now Starcom Network Inc. In 2014 she made her move to Power Broadcasting, and was instrumental in designing the now Y103.3 FM, where she is currently Programme Manager. She is also a part-time copywriter with Red Advertising and Marketing Ltd., as she is a firm believer in exploring as many of your passions as you can. Gaynelle is also an emcee and can be seen hosting a variety of show from Naniki Music Festival, Christmas Jazz to Miss Universe Barbados. She considers herself a pop culture guru, with a love for anything 80s and television, which is her go-to escape from radio. She is an active member of a Facebook watch group called “Scandal Church” where she, Brian Green and dozens of fans around world gather virtually to watch and actively comment on the Thursday night offerings of Shonda Rhimes. An advocate for helping those in need, Gaynelle teams up with Terry ‘Mexican’ Arthur’s Love Day charity annually to deliver presents and spread Christmas cheer to children in need. Gaynelle looks forward to working more with younger women, to help shape themselves into more competitive forces through social and work etiquette, and skillful elocution.
meet the entertainment
Nikita
She is vision of Caribbean beauty and her voice will take you on an escape, to a world of soul, expression and richness that grips her every fibre as a Caribbean woman! Her sound is eclectic, with Caribbean rhythm at its base and fused with sounds of other genres, ultimately enveloping your ears with a sound that croons and soothes your soul. As destiny would have it, Nikita was born into a family of great singers and song competition winners, names synonymous with music in Barbados. It is no wonder that from age 4, she dominated the stage! That first performance at her pre-school graduation led to performances at school, church and family gatherings creating the foundation that has ultimately resulted in Nikita performing on almost every major stage in Barbados and dominating competitions along her path! In 2007, Nikita shared the stage with the Queen of Soul herself, Patti Labelle, at the Hilton Barbados; an opportunity that is revered by singers across the globe! Nikita has established a deep-seated presence in the hearts of Barbadians. For the last five years has serenaded tourists to the islands’ shores as the guest singer at the 5 star hotel, The Sandy Lane Hotel Barbados, known as the premier address of the region, hosting royalty, celebrities and the rich with the likes of Queen Elizabeth II, Oprah Winfrey and Tiger Woods. In 2014, Nikta had the opportunity to perform alongside Trinidad’s own Machel Motano and was featured on arguably one of the biggest songs of the year “Haunted”. She has since released hits for the Crop Over season like “Wine Gyal” and everyone's favourite “Tequila". This year she continuously blazed the stage with the song "Bun It Up" which landed her a spot as the lone female in the Soca Royale competition and you can catch her on tour with Barbados's leading saxophonist Arturo Tappin. As the newly crowned "Breakout Artist of The Year", Nikita is intent on sharing her Barbadian voice and expression with the rest of world, warming hearts, provoking smiles and being the messenger of inspiration for her listeners. We invite you on this mystical ride to “feel good” music! Get to know her
meet the entertainment
Jaeesha Samuel
Jaeesha Samuel is passionate about music; this 16 year old who was born in St. Vincent moved to Barbados at age 9 to go to school. Jaeesha is a corporal in the Barbados Cadet Corp and is the highest ranked in the number 9 unit. A student of the Parkinson Memorial School, Jaeesha has represented her school at several national singing engagements. The recent spotlight artist on the opening night of season 6 of Mahalia’s Corner shared that her most memorable performance to date was as a guest artist with the Arturo Tappin band at the 2016 Pan Fusion show. Her inspiration comes from the African American singers of 60’s and includes the likes of Etta James and Aretha Franklin. Currently on her playlist are Audra Day, Rihanna, Adele and Ariana Grande to name a few. Jaeesha’s hobbies include all things make up, fashion and music. One day she hopes to share her talent with the world as she wants to be an entertainer and a makeup artist.
NEIL GILKES is the Director and lead Personal Trainer at Exclusive Fitness Studio, which is a company that offers lifestyle change through private exercise training. He is also a Technical Officer at the Project Management Coordination Unit, which is a Government Agency responsible for executing projects on behalf of the Ministry of Environment and Drainage. Neil completed his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at the University of the West Indies, Cavehill Campus, then went onto complete his Master’s degree in Clean Technology at the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. Neil is a certified Exercise Physiologist from The American College of Sports Medicine and is also a certified Health Coach from the American Council on Exercise.
Neil Gilkes
Mr. Gilkes has over 10 years of active professional experience in the fitness industry in Barbados, and over that time has helped numerous persons of all ages to positively change their lifestyles while improving their overall wellness and fitness.
NIGEL WALLACE is a former runway, advertising and pageant model who once held the title of Mr. Barbados World 2004-05. A not so young man with a passion for history, heritage and the arts, Nigel holds a Masters degree from the UWI, Cave Hill Campus in Heritage Studies with distinction. Using his skills in research and wanting to make an impact on the world around him, Nigel worked as a journalist and subsequently Editor in Chief with the Barbados Advocate for 10 years, covering sports, politics, entertainment and fashion. At Present Nigel is the owner and Artistic Director of NWP Inc. a Photography & Film Making company focused on weddings, portraiture and commercial undertakings. Always passionate about the world of Fashion Nigel has worked over the years as the Official Photographer for the Miss Barbados World Franchise, he has regularly assisted in local productions for international Fashion Brand H&M and today is proud tobe the official photographer for the Miss Universe Barbados Franchise. Nigel has also been a pageant judge for several years since winning Mr. Barbados back in 2004, and has sat on panels and chief judged more shows than he could possibly remember.
Nigel Wallace
LENE HALL (BORN SHERRYLENE HALL) is from the island of Barbados and has been a staple for all of the top fashion houses and cosmetic companies since the start of her career.
Lene Hall
Getting her early start on the island, she modeled throughout highschool, but it was only when a NY agent was scouting in Barbados, and he approached Lene at work and encouraged her to come to New York and meet with agencies that she would have her chance on the international fashion stage. Things moved very quickly for Lene and on her first interview with an agency, she was signed on the spot and sent directly for her first casting at "Prescriptive by Estée Lauder." Remarkably, she landed the contract, becoming the face of Prescriptive for the next year. Lene has walked the runway for fashion weeks in New York, London, Paris, Milan, Jamaica and South Africa for notable designers such as Ralph Lauren, Ralph Rucci, Naeem Khan, B Michaels, Ellen Tracey, and numerous European couture houses. In addition to Esteé Lauder, she has been the face of major campaigns for Revlon, Oil of Olay, Noxzema, Lubriderm, Kohler, Vaniqua, and Lafayette 148. Lene is one of a rare group of top models that has been signed to five major cosmetic campaigns Hall has been photographed for Harper's Bazaar, Spanish Vogue, Elle, Oprah, Marie Claire, and Essence. She is the cover model of legendary makeup artist Sam Fine's book " Fine Beauty."
Sharon Sargeant
Talent, intelligence and confidence are key traits of any good queen, and Sharon Sargeant, the woman who has moulded many a queen, is royalty in her own right. The local franchise owner of Barbados Talented Teens (BTT) said she has been in the pageantry business for two decades. To her, pageantry struts far beyond walking on a stage and wearing a pretty dress – it’s filled with life and career opportunities and self-development. In the last ten years, she chaperoned local girls to regional shows in hopes of capturing coveted crowns. She got a taste of the industry when designer Clayton Maynard asked her to assist a young lady he had designed for in the Miss Bikini Barbados competition many moons ago and the rest, as they say, is history.
American Photo magazine declared Hall one of the top 10 up-and-coming models to watch when she first came onto the scene. She has worked with some of the greatest names in photography - from Herb Ritz, Bruce Weber and Keith Major just to name a few. Hall gives freely of her time to charities to help in their cause to raise funds, in Barbados and internationally, including Jamaica and Africa. She also took part in the NY fashion industry's charity event for the victims of September 11. Her philosophy is that she has received so much that one should pass it on to those who have not had the opportunities she has been afforded in life. She is currently under contract with Major Model Management in NYC and Miami and by Fusion Model Management in Cape Town.
TRACEY ARCHER, having left Harrison College to pursue studies at BCC in 1986, was approached by Vic Fernandes and Aubrey Choy of Jade Enterprises to enter The Miss Barbados Universe contest in which she placed 2nd runner up. Subsequent to this she represented Barbados in the Miss Caribbean contest in St. Croix where she placed first runner up to Miss St. Croix. She also won the title of Miss Universal Bikini in 1986. In 1987, Tracey left Barbados to attend the Lucie Clayton Finishing School in London in order to pursue a modelling career, as a result of which she did some runway shows and hair magazines. Towards the end of the 8 years in London, she was approached by a record Executive, Peter Thomas, to be part of a British Girls Pop group and left London for New York where she was signed to Epic records. The group disbanded after 1 year and she worked with Peter Thomas out of Def jam Records on the first Hip Hop conference called “How Can I be Down” in South Beach, Miami. After 3 years, she moved to South Beach to manage Peter Thomas’s Southern style restaurant called “Savannah” which was the only 5 star black owned restaurant on South Beach. Having completed this phase of her life, Tracey then pursued studies at the Florida College of Natural Health where she achieved 2 degrees, one in Sports Massage Therapy and the second in Paramedical Skin care and now holds the post of Spa Manager at Sandy Lane. As to her local modelling and runway successes in the print and tv media and runway, these include: Print-1987 Barbados postcards and posters , St. Lucia Bounty Rum calendar, Mount Gay Rum billboards, Harrisons and Cave Shepherds print ads, 2008 launch of Banks Beer print ads in New York for the side of buses, telephone booths and subways and the Banks Beer Calendar girl 2008, First Caribbean bus shelter ads and Cassandra Mottley swimwear campaign. TV- Launching of GSM for Cable and Wireless, the swimwear collection by Danskin for ESPN, Clico, Cave Shepherd and Harrisons and Piton Beer. Runway- Simon Foster, Pauline Bellamy, Gatsby, Caribbean Fashion Week etc.
Tracey Archer
BEAUTY TEAM REAL BEAUTY LEAH HUSBANDS THE LOOK BY RENEE NICOLE RENEE N. MORRIS FLAWLESSBLENZ LYDIA ALFRED-BATSON GAIL DOES MAKEUP GAIL CLARKE MAKEUP BY MANDY CUMMINS MANDY CUMMINS EYE LIKE MAKEUP BY KERRY KERRY WOOLFORD ASH ASH BEAUTY SPOT ASHLEY GRIFFITH SNATCHED BY KHRISTIAN DANIEL KHRISTIAN DANIEL THE CUT ESSENTIALS/ JANE & CO. CHAMARA BURKE LIA GAJADHAR I HEART MAKEUP SHANELLE ESTWICK AND KAMILAH CODRINGTON WHITE AKEIMA BOSTIC FACES BY ACKEEM ACKEEM FRANCIS D'S HAIR STUDIO SHANIKA HOLDER BEAUTY IS HAIR JANELLE COOPER-LEWIS KIM JONES EDMUND GRIFFITH SCARLETT BY CARLOS LINCOLN
sponsors
Emilomo NAME: EMILOMO AKPEVWIEHOR AGE: 21 OCCUPATION: STUDENT WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I always knew that it would be a blessing to represent my country; my hope is that I inspire youngfemales, especially those of a darker complexion to believe they are equally and confidently beautiful. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: It is pretty hard to decide what my biggest accomplishment for the 21 years of my life so far! So, I will say being able to learn and grow from every experience that life has offered. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I love macaroni pie & Jamaican patties!
Christina NAME: CHRISTINA YEARWOOD AGE: 21 OCCUPATION: STUDENT WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: Everyday I see Barbados exponentially developing in many aspects. Thus, I joined this pageant to further develop myself, then utilize this platform to carry my country to higher heights. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Successfully running the Sir Arthur Lewis Hall of Residence at UWI St. Augustine Campus as their 2015/2016 chairperson. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I dream of visiting Italy one day soon!
Angelica NAME: ANGELICA NEIRA-ANDERSON AGE: 19 OCCUPATION: RETAIL ASSISTANT WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I knew I would get an opportunity to make a change, not just in myself, but in others too. It is my hope that through this platform I will be able to work with charities and use my publicity to inform others on environmental issues I am passionate about. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: There’s a lot that I have accomplished and am proud of: from completing my Advanced Dive Certificate to becoming a certified Permaculture Designer; and completing my nine CXC's with very good grades. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I can service cars – I learned while working in my uncle’s garage!
Tristina NAME: TRISTINA GRANT AGE: 19 OCCUPATION: RESTAURANT HOSTESS WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I saw it as an opportunity that I can gain experience from, to challenge myself and do something I wouldn't normally do. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Being the best big sister possible! A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I love the beach, it makes me feel peaceful.
Jamilah NAME: JAMILAH FORDE AGE: 25 OCCUPATION: MEDICAL PRACTITIONER WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I entered this pageant to challenge myself. I have always held fast to my childhood dream of representing Barbados on the Miss Universe stage, and decided to go for it! YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: I have two! First, being the recipient of a Barbados Scholarship in 2008 and my acceptance into the MBBS programme. My second was completing my degree at 22, the youngest in my class, and given the opportunity to serve my fellow Barbadians. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I share my birthday with my best buddy....a 90 pound American Akita named Pixie!
Erin NAME: ERIN GRIFFITH AGE: 24 OCCUPATION: RADIO PERSONALITY/PRICING, SOURCING ANALYST WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I was encouraged by a few people to step out of my comfort zone. Being the deliberately-spontaneous individual I am - I took the plunge, and here I am. Challenge accepted. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Loving myself. (Still on-going!) A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I am a HUGE fan of Motocross - Monster Jam 2017 #iwillbethere
Renée NAME: RENÉE ROBINSON AGE: 20 OCCUPATION: MEET & ASSIST AGENT – GAIA INC. WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I entered Miss Universe Barbados because I saw it for the amazing opportunity it was. To represent Barbados on such a level was always a dream and I always wanted to enter a pageant. So this was perfect! YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Understanding that education comes in many forms, not only academia. I have become a very resilient person which allows me to fully understand and appreciate the positives and negatives of life. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I play Pokemon Go (in secret!).
Danaé NAME: DANAÉ BRATHWAITE AGE: 18 OCCUPATION: STUDENT (HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE) WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: To challenge myself to step out and try something unfamiliar and to make a positive impact on at least one person by my participation. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Looking at how far I have come to pursuing my dream of becoming a model. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: My favorite food is pizza but I want to go vegan!
Melanie NAME: MELANIE THORPE AGE: 20 OCCUPATION: FASHION BLOGGER / SALES ASSISTANT WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I've always been one to take risks which challenge my comfort, what I already know and who I think I am. Being in this pageant was a new challenge for me - I always want to keep growing to be the best version of myself and I knew this was the way. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Designing and creating my own collection at the age of 18 and showcasing it at a well attended local fashion show. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I absolutely adore the elderly so much that I would like to open an elderly day care centre someday.
Anique NAME: ANIQUE HERBERT AGE: 24 OCCUPATION: GUEST RELATIONS OFFICER AT THE HOUSE HOTEL WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: As a child I dreamt of being in Miss Universe and when the opportunity presented itself, my sister encouraged me to. Also, it is a medium through which I can develop my best self and encourage others to do the same. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Successfully completing my BA in Drama with Upper Second Class Honours. Many people don’t have the chance to receive an education and I am forever grateful for having had the opportunity. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: One of my pet peeves is getting my feet wet when it rains.
Shannon NAME: SHANNON HARRIS AGE: 21 OCCUPATION: MODEL / ENTREPRENEUR / SALES ASSOCIATE WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I believe that this is the perfect timing and opportunity for me to further develop a platform to not only represent my country, but also help, teach, motivate, as well as inspire other females and our youth, not only locally but also internationally. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Being signed as a model to one of the top agencies worldwide, Elite Model Management, while maintaining my happiness, which is equally important to me. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I must have a water bottle or two with me wherever I go!
Julia NAME: JULIA TROTMAN AGE: 24 OCCUPATION: CLERICAL OFFICER WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: Entering the Miss Universe Barbados Pageant was my way of challenging my usually very shy and reserved self through the networking opportunities provided by the pageant. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Successfully completing university. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I love to bake!
Kenya NAME: KENYA BHOLA AGE: 23 OCCUPATION: RETAIL ASSISTANT WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: Initially, I entered because someone believed in me. I then grasped this opportunity of a lifetime allowing me to network with other ambitious women, while also bettering myself along this journey. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Pursuing my BA in Management with a concentration in Marketing while working full time at Sandy Lane Hotel and, the launch of my online store. A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I love playing golf but I don't really watch it.
Ukweli NAME: UKWELI WILSON AGE: 22 OCCUPATION: PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS/MODEL WHY YOU ENTERED MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS: I embrace the concepts of alignment and timing and I believe that this opportunity presented itself at a time where I truly emulated, and continue to emulate the theme of the pageant 'confidently beautiful'. YOUR BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Being able to support myself at a young age A FUN FACT NO ONE KNOWS ABOUT YOU: I met my favourite celeb Drake!
The winner of Miss Universe Barbados 2016 will be representing Barbados at the Miss Universe 2017 pageant. In addition to the title and the right to represent us at the Miss Universe pageant, this year the winner will also be wearing a new crown. The “Broken Trident” crown, unveiled on August 28, 2016 via social media, will be on display from September 12th at The Royal Shop, the official jewellers of the Miss Universe Barbados franchise. With an estimated value of BDS$10,000, the one of a kind jewel encrusted piece was designed and produced by world renowned bespoke jewellers – God Diamonds in Thailand. The crown contains pearls, blue and yellow sapphires, and Swarovski crystals. In designing the crown, God Diamonds stated that “we wanted to create something distinctly unique to Barbados.” Borrowing from elements of our national flag, the crown for Miss Universe Barbados features a Broken trident found at the top and centre of the crown, whilst blue sapphires are used to represent the sea and sky of Barbados. The gold in our nation’s flag is depicted by the yellow sapphire that represents the sand of the island’s beaches. The use of pearl and other visual elements was inspired by the sea and marine life which is woven into the tapestry of life and culture in Barbados.
FIRST PLACE PRIZES TOTAL CASH AND PRICES VALUED AT$115,387
MISS UNIVERSE BARBADOS CROWN – VALUE AT $10,000 SASH -VALUED AT $500 PORTFOLIO SHOOT WITH FADIL BERISHA, CELEBRITY PHOTOGRAPHER IN NEW YORK CITY - VALUED AT $3,000 ONE YEAR OF SPA SERVICES AT BANSURI SPA - VALUED AT $2,000 A YEAR’S SUPPLY OF L'OREAL MAKE UP - VALUED AT $1,500 ONE YEAR GYM MEMBERSHIP AT BASSABASSA GYM - VALUED AT $4,800 WARDROBE FOR MUO FROM PINK LEMONADE - VALUED AT $7,500 SHERRI HILL GOWN - VALUED AT $2,000 CUSTOM MICHAEL COSTELLO GOWN FOR MUO - VALUED AT $15,000 WARDROBE FOR MUO (INC FIVE CUSTOM WAYNE SMITH GOWNS) - VALUED AT $15,000 FIFTEEN PAIRS OF SHOES SOLE ADDICTION - VALUED AT $4,000 JEWELLERY FROM ROYAL SHOP - VALUED AT $3,500 DENTAL SERVICES – WHITENING AND MAINTENANCE FOR ONE YEAR ‘A DENTAL CLINIC’ - VALUED AT $2,500 WEEKEND FOR TWO AT CRANE RESORT - VALUED AT $1,500 PROFESSIONAL MU TRAINING (LU) - VALUED AT $4,000 MUB PIN BY GOD’S DIAMONDS - VALUED AT $150 HAIR CARE (CAPELLO HAIR SALON) - VALUED AT $2,500 THREE PAIRS DESIGNER EYEWEAR FOR SUN COLLECTION EYEWEAR FROM EYE FOCUS INC - VALUED AT $2,500 MAKE-UP SERVICES BY FACES BY ACKHEEM - VALUED AT $4,500 PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO SHOOT – NIGEL WALLACE - VALUED AT $1,500 TOP TIER SMART PHONE FROM FLOW - VALUED AT $2,200 TABLET WITH COMPLIMENTARY WI-FI FOR ONE YEAR - VALUED AT $1,400 MOBILE SERVICE FOR ONE YEAR (500 MINUTES, 4GB DATA, [BOLT ON] - VALUED AT $2,317 SUPERFAST FIBER MAX PACKAGE FOR INTERNET ONE YEAR - VALUED AT $1,320 FLOW TV MAX PACKAGE ONE YEAR - VALUED AT $1,200 ONE WEEK TRIP TO NYC (AIR AND HOTEL) - VALUED AT $7,000 PERSONAL TRAINING WITH NEIL GILKES - VALUED AT $2,500 LUGGAGE (SET OF SIX PIECES) - VALUED AT $1,000 ONE YEAR COMPLIMENTARY SIMPLY DISTINCTIVE DRY CLEANING SERVICES - VALUED AT$4,500 TWO TICKETS BA - VALUED AT $4,000
FIRST RUNNER UP PRIZES TOTAL CASH AND PRICES VALUED AT $11,969
WEEKEND FOR TWO BOUGAINVILLEA RESORT - VALUED AT $1,200 TABLET - VALUED AT $1,200 DINNER FOR 2 AT TAPAS - VALUED AT $300 LIFE & STYLE BOUTIQUE CLOTHING - VALUED AT $750 SIX MONTH GYM MEMBERSHIP AT BASSABASSA GYM - VALUED AT $2400 BANSURI SPA DAY PACKAGE – VALUED AT $300 LUNCH FOR 2 AT BUZO OSTERIA ITALIANA - VALUED AT $200 JEWELLERY FROM ROYAL SHOP - VALUED AT $1,500 SMART PHONE FROM FLOW - VALUED AT $1,700 MOBILE SERVICE FOR SIX MONTHS (500 MINUTES, 4GB DATA, [BOLT ON] - VALUED AT $1,159 SIX MONTHS COMPLIMENTARY SUPERFAST FIBER MAX PACKAGE FOR INTERNET - VALUED AT $660 SIX MONTHS COMPLIMENTARY PACKAGE FROM FLOW TV MAX - VALUED AT $600
SECOND RUNNER UP PRIZES TOTAL CASH AND PRICES VALUED AT $5,962
TIAMI CRUISE FOR TWO - VALUED AT $300 DRESS FROM BUTTERFLY - VALUED AT $500 JEWELLERY FROM ROYAL SHOP - VALUED AT $750 SMART PHONE FROM FLOW - VALUED AT $1,600 MOBILE SERVICE FOR THREE MONTHS (500 MINUTES, 4GB DATA, [BOLT ON] - VALUED AT $772 THREE MONTHS COMPLIMENTARY SUPERFAST FIBER MAX PACKAGE FOR INTERNET - VALUED AT $440 THREE MONTHS COMPLIMENTARY PACKAGE FOR FLOW TV MAX PACKAGE - VALUED AT $400 FLOW TABLET - VALUED AT $1200
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