2025 Winners Page
Kennedy Guerra
Ms. International World
Kennedy was born and raised in Austin, Texas. At 17, Kennedy graduated early from high school and moved to Costa Rica to learn Spanish. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Abilene Christian University with a double major in Global Studies and Spanish, plus a triple minor in European Cultural Studies, Latin American Studies, and Business Administration. She graduated Summa Cum Laude and was honored as a University Scholar, a recognition of academic excellence and community leadership. By the age of 26, her life had already taken her across the globe, having lived in five different countries. One of her long time passions, however, was dancing. She than decided to take dance lessons at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio. In October 2023, a casual conversation with her instructor and studio owner, Ruslan Meshkov, turned into a life-changing opportunity. He suggested she consider becoming a dance teacher — a spark that ignited her next chapter. Today, Kennedy is not only an instructor but also the Manager of Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Imperial Point in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Kennedy is deeply passionate about global peace, heart-centered leadership, and being a force for unity and empowerment in every community she is involved with.
With over 15 years in leadership, she proudly serves as Executive Director of the award-winning Tower Club in downtown Fort Lauderdale, a premier private professional club ranked among South Florida’s Top 10 Most Exclusive Members-Only Clubs by Bentley Miami. Dedicated to diversity, women empowerment, and community engagement, she brings innovative strategies to elevate her vibrant community.
As a TV Host and Associate Producer for Dining Divas and Destination Divas, she highlights the power of storytelling to promote business, cuisine, and culture, streaming globally on platforms like Prime Video, WeTV, TRVL Channel, Roku, and more.
She was also in the mortgage business for over 13 years before the Tower Club as a mortgage broker in Connecticut and then in Florida.
Kelly Therese DesRoches
Ms. International World
Global
Leidy Laura Gomez Hernandez is a 22 year old who is presently a Registered Behavioral Technician. In this job capacity, she provides therapy to many children. Her Education at this time is a Bachelor’s Student in Psychology and Personal Philosophy. She believes that every step in life leads us to where we are, but it does not define us. What we do and what we aspire to be is what truly shapes us. She is Empathetic, resilient and she is motivated to help others. She feels that she has the ability to connect emotionally with people. Her reason for competing is to share the moment and to inspire others to be authentic and resilient. She enjoys going to the gym so she can maintain a physical and mental balance, as well as self esteem. Her previous Pageant experience was to hold the title of Miss Cuba U.S. and is now looking forward in competing in the Ms. International World Pageant representing Cuba.
Leidy Laura Gomez Hernandez
Ms. Latina International
Victoria is a proud Representative of Brazil. She is driven by desire to inspire change. She believes in the power of education and Community involvement to uplift others. Beyond her academic and advocacy efforts, she is an Athlete and Artist. She also Mentors young women entering the Fashion and Pageant world.
As a contestant for Ms. International World, she is excited to represent Brazil on the Global Stage. She strives to be a role model for the next generation.
Victoria Lopes
Ms. International World
Supermodel
Tanaria was born in the Bahamas on the lovely island of New Providence. Her full name is Tanaria Aliyah Kemorah Storr, and she was born into a household of seventeen siblings. Family life was full of love and laughter. Her Mother and Father were the pillars of strength and unwavering support. Her educational journey brought her to the L.N. Coakley High School as a Senior. She has been an Honor Roll Student throughout and has always known the importance of Education. Beyond the classroom, she is the Captain of the L.N Coakley Dance Club and the Captain of the Exuma Youth Community Band Majorettes. Tanaria also knows the importance of Community and is an active member of the Interact Club and the Exuma Junior Local Government Council. Her future goal is to get more involved with family law, so she can fight for justice and protect the vulnerable. She competed in the 2025 Ms. International World Pageant and won the Title of Teen International World. She believes that with faith, hard work and unwavering support from her family, she can achieve her dreams and leave a lasting impact.
Tanaria Storr
Teen International World
Shweta Poonga is a proud Canadian of Indian heritage, a distinguished professional in the financial sector, and an accomplished entrepreneur. A devoted mother and passionate food and lifestyle creator, she celebrates culture and community through her work. As an ambassador for an organization dedicated to mental health, Shweta uses her platform to inspire others to pursue their dreams with grace and resilience while balancing family, passion, and personal growth.
Shweta Poonga
Ms. International World
Classic
Makeighly Dos Santos
Ms. International World
Petite
Makeighly Dos Santos, is a Brazilian- American born in Massachusetts and raised in Florida with a strong family background rooted in community, hard work, and resilience. She is currently a student in the highly selective International Political Communications Program at Emerson College in partnership with Franklin University Switzerland, where she has earned consistent placement on the Dean’s List and received the Innovative Idea Award. She has also served as founder and president of the Fashion Club at Franklin University Switzerland, which has grown to 30 members and hosted nine events connecting fashion with culture and politics.
Her modeling and pageant experience includes competing in the princess pageants at a young age, along with previous work in fashion leadership and promotional modeling.
Looking ahead, her goal is to continue expanding her platform in politics, law, and communications while also using pageantry and public platforms to advocate for education, empowerment, and community impact.
Carmen Santiago - Keenon
Ms. International World
InterModelo
Carmen was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She experienced hardship in the beginning , but learned to adapt at an early age. Along the way, she became part of a large extended family with twelve siblings. This actually honed her ability to connect with diverse personalities and thrive in any environment. She has a vast professional background being the CEO and Founder of "PayGOV USA (2024 - present). She also leads a woman-owned Fintech Company, specializing in modernizing government payment systems. She was also Consultant to "Digital Strategy" (2016-2018). Within her Charitable work, she is a Board Member of the "Autism Hero Project" and is an active member of her local church and community. In the Beauty and Pageant arena, she has already held the title of "Ms. Illinois USA Universe in 2024 and is planning a Make-up line called "Awaken".With a bold vision and unwavering faith, Carmen continues to drive innovation, education, and empowerment in every endeavor she undertakes.
Melanie Campos is four and a half years old, born in Uruguay in January 2021. She is sweet, charismatic, cheerful and an affectionate girl , but also strong willed and very independent. She enjoys singing, dancing, playing with her dolls and modeling. She attends Kindergarten . She studies modeling at the Instituto International Diamante and the Mobelos en red inclusive school and agency. She is also a 2025 Ambassador for Glamour Eventos and NC Top Models. She has participated in several advertising campaigns for clothing and accessories. At her young age, she has also participated in several fashion shows and productions for National and International Magazines.
Melanie Campos
Little
Ms. International World