MUB 2016 Program Booklet - Revised

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 Wallace 

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.

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. 

Tracey Archer 

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.

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 


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. 


Successfully running the Sir Arthur Lewis Hall of Residence at UWI St. Augustine Campus as their 

2015/2016 chairperson. 


I dream of visiting Italy one day soon!

Angelica 

NAME: ANGELICA NEIRA-ANDERSON 

AGE: 19 

OCCUPATION: RETAIL ASSISTANT 


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. 


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. 


I can service cars – I learned while working in my uncle’s garage!

Tristina 

NAME: TRISTINA GRANT 

AGE: 19 

OCCUPATION: RESTAURANT HOSTESS 


I saw it as an opportunity that I can gain experience from, to challenge myself and do something I 

wouldn't normally do. 


Being the best big sister possible! 


I love the beach, it makes me feel peaceful.

Jamilah 

NAME: JAMILAH FORDE 

AGE: 25 

OCCUPATION: MEDICAL PRACTITIONER 


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! 


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. 


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 


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. 


Loving myself. (Still on-going!) 


I am a HUGE fan of Motocross - Monster Jam 2017 #iwillbethere

Renée 

NAME: RENÉE ROBINSON 

AGE: 20 

OCCUPATION: MEET & ASSIST AGENT – GAIA INC. 


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! 


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. 


I play Pokemon Go (in secret!).

Danaé 

NAME: DANAÉ BRATHWAITE 

AGE: 18 

OCCUPATION: STUDENT (HOSPITALITY INSTITUTE) 


To challenge myself to step out and try something unfamiliar and to make a positive impact on at least 

one person by my participation. 


Looking at how far I have come to pursuing my dream of becoming a model. 


My favorite food is pizza but I want to go vegan!

Melanie 

NAME: MELANIE THORPE 

AGE: 20 

OCCUPATION: FASHION BLOGGER / SALES ASSISTANT 


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. 


Designing and creating my own collection at the age of 18 and showcasing it at a well attended local 

fashion show. 


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 


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. 


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. 


One of my pet peeves is getting my feet wet when it rains.

Shannon 

NAME: SHANNON HARRIS 

AGE: 21 

OCCUPATION: MODEL / ENTREPRENEUR / SALES ASSOCIATE 


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. 


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. 


I must have a water bottle or two with me wherever I go!

Julia 

NAME: JULIA TROTMAN 

AGE: 24 

OCCUPATION: CLERICAL OFFICER 


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. 


Successfully completing university. 


I love to bake!

Kenya 

NAME: KENYA BHOLA 

AGE: 23 

OCCUPATION: RETAIL ASSISTANT 


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. 


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. 


I love playing golf but I don't really watch it.

Ukweli 

NAME: UKWELI WILSON 

AGE: 22 

OCCUPATION: PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS/MODEL 


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'. 


Being able to support myself at a young age 


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 


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 


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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