Spotlight Girls ROCK in 2011

On January 23, 2012, in Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, Pageants, by Sarah

Mackenzie Surber, Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012

On behalf of our entire team at Spotlight Consulting and Capture the Crown Retreats, I want to congratulate all of the beautiful, talented, and incredible young women that we have been honored to work with in 2011!  Our Spotlight ladies ROCKED it in 2011, capturing crowns and top placements in various pageant systems throughout the country!  Here are just a few of the amazing women that we had the opportunity to coach and mentor to success…

Hawaii

  • Christina Nguyen, Miss Hawaii USA Top 7

Indiana

  • Katelyn Bertling – Miss Indiana Teen USA Semifinalist, Miss Indianapolis 1st RU
  • Madi Boldry – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2nd RU
  • Lauren Boswell – National American Miss Indiana Preteen, International Jr Miss Indiana Preteen
  • Hannah Clingan – Miss Central Indiana America
  • Whitney Hatter – Miss Indiana USA 4th RU
  • Bailey Hoover – Miss Indiana USA Semifinalist
  • Megan Knauer – National American Miss Indiana Teen
  • Abbie Luther – Miss Indiana Teen USA 1st RU
  • Stephanie Marx – Miss Indiana Collegiate America
  • Andrea McCullum – Miss Indiana USA Semifinalist
  • Calista McGinsie – Miss Indiana Teen USA Semifinalist
  • Lisa Murray – Mrs. Indiana United States
  • Cecily Pedregon – National American Miss Indiana Junior Teen 3rd RU
  • McKenzie Shevlot – International Junior Miss Indiana Teen
  • Mackenzie Surber – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012 and Miss Photogenic Winner
  • Allison Walter – Miss Indiana Teen USA 4th RU
  • Karah Wray – Miss Pork Festival Queen
  • Shoshana Zacharias – Miss Indiana Teen USA Semifinalist

Kentucky

  • Destiny Dever – Miss Kentucky USA 2012 Semifinalist
  • Kia Hampton – Miss Kentucky USA 2011 and Miss USA 2011 Miss Congeniality
  • Stephanie Jones – Miss Kentucky Teen USA 2011
  • Armina Krgo – Miss Kentucky USA 2012 Semifinalist
  • Megan Lineberry – Miss Jeffersontown Kentucky 1st RU, Miss Bowling Green Kentucky 1st RU, Miss My Old Kentucky Home 1st RU, and Miss Cumberland Falls Kentucky 1st RU
  • Amanda Mertz – Miss Kentucky USA 2012

Join Spotlight Consulting for a Capture the Crown VIP Tea Party and Pageant Workshop on Saturday, April 21st at the Cambria Suites Hotel in Noblesville, Indiana.  For details visit www.capturethecrown2012.eventbrite.com

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Congratulations Spotlight Ladies at Miss Indiana & Teen USA…

On December 1, 2011, in Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, Pageants, Retreats & Seminars, by Sarah

Spotlight Consulting Ladies- Top 5 Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012

The Spotlight Consulting team would like to congratulate our ladies on their recent pageant success at the Miss Indiana Teen and Miss Indiana USA 2012 Pageants!  We are so honored to work with so many incredible young ladies in our home state of Indiana!  Here is a list of our Spotlight success stories for the Miss Indiana USA 2012 Pageants…

Mackenzie Surber – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, Miss Photogenic Winner

Abigail Luther – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, 1st RU

Madison Boldry – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, 2nd RU

Allison Walter – Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, 4th RU

Katelyn Bertling –  Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, Semifinalist

Calista McGinsie - Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, Semifinalist

Shoshana Zacharias - Miss Indiana Teen USA 2012, Semifinalist

Whitney Hatter – Miss Indiana USA 2012, 4th RU

Andrea McCullum, Miss Indiana USA 2012, Semifinalist

To learn more about our Spotlight Consulting programs, services and retreats, please contact us at 317.529.2310.  We look forward to helping YOU Capture the Crown!

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Welcome Kristie Hicks To Our Team…

On September 1, 2011, in Interviewing, Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, Public Speaking, by Sarah

Kristie Hicks - Interview Coach and Makeup Artist

Spotlight Consulting welcomes Kristie Hicks to our team of pageant professionals. Kristie is no stranger to the world of pageantry.  She is a former Miss Kentucky America and Miss Kentucky Teen USA; placing First Runner-Up to Miss Teen USA. She has a degree in Theatre and Radio-Television from Morehead State University and is a member of The Screen Actors Guild. Kristie has performed in independent films, national and regional commercials, stage productions, and has done extensive voice-over work. She has a Billboard Magazine Award for her work in morning radio and has recently completed her first feature-length screenplay. She is currently a regional makeup artist for Lancome USA, Christian Dior, and Bobbi Brown.

Kristie will be providing many services for Spotlight Consulting to include:  resume and bio creation, platform development, interview and communication skills, and makeup artistry services.  Kristie is located in the Louisville, Kentucky area and works with girls throughout the midwest. To inquire about the services available with Kristie, or to book an appointment today, please contact us at (317) 529-2310 or sglitzer@gmail.com.

 

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Maria Montgomery Joins our Team

On August 1, 2011, in Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, by Sarah

Spotlight Consulting Welcomes Maria Montgomery to our Team of Pageant Professionals!


Maria Montgomery - Runway Coach, Professional Model and Miss USA 2009 4th RU

 

Spotlight Consulting welcomes Maria Montgomery to our team! Miss Kentucky USA 2009 and Fourth Runner-Up at Miss USA, Maria is an active professional model for Ford Models in Chicago, Advantage Models in Nashville, and Tony Bowls.  She is currently studying to become a Speech Pathologist at Eastern Kentucky University.

Maria has enjoyed incredible successes in the pageant world and the modeling industries both in front of the camera and on the runway, making her a perfect fit for our team.  She is very experienced with runway and stage presentation techniques as well as many other important factors that will affect your pageant scores!  To book a runway and stage presentation session with Maria, contact us TODAY at 317.529.2310.
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Develop Your Personal Brand

On May 1, 2011, in Interviewing, Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, by Sarah

Find our entire article in Pageantry Magazine Summer 2011

As a pageant coach and judge for over ten years, I have had the opportunity to work with and observe many young women in competitions at all levels. From those experiences, I know one thing is for certain: when a woman walks out on stage or enters an interview room, it quickly becomes apparent to the audience and to the judges if she’s “got it” or if she doesn’t. First impressions can make or break a contestant. So what separates those who’ve “got it” from those who don’t? The wardrobe? The hair? The makeup? No. While each of these are important to make a good first impression, the single most important factor that makes the strong contestants stand apart from the others is the fact that they have personal brands.

What is a personal brand? Put simply, it is the thoughts, feelings, and perceptions that other people have about you. Personal brands are not unlike commercial brands. We are surrounded by brands in our everyday lives: walking down the street, watching TV, surfing the web, or reading a magazine, we see a logo or hear a brand name and immediately we have formed thoughts, feelings, and perceptions about what that brand represents. We have brand loyalty when we enjoy the experience that brand brings, and it is delivered consistently and reliably every time. We tend to disassociate with brands whose experience we don’t enjoy or who cannot deliver their experiences with consistency.

Here’s the thing: each of us has a personal brand, whether we want one or not. Every interaction you have with another person whether it be face-to-face, on the phone, via social networking sites, etc. is an opportunity for other people to experience you. Are you conscious of what that experience is? Is it an experience others would want to have again? And are you being consistent in your interactions with others? Would everyone walk away with the same impression of you?

The ultimate question is what are you doing to control your personal brand? There are three essential stages to having a consistent personal brand in your interactions with others. They are (1) self-awareness, (2) self-confidence, and (3) self-actualization. Each of these stages provides a foundation for the next, so let’s explore each of them in order.

Read more in Pageantry Magazine Online at http://www.pageantry-digital.com.

 

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Capture The Crown, April 2011

On April 22, 2011, in Pageant Consulting, Pageant Preparation, Personal Development, Retreats & Seminars, by Sarah

A few of our Capture The Crown participants!

Spotlight Consulting kicked off our Capture The Crown series last weekend with a retreat at the beautiful Bradford Woods Mansion near Martinsville, Indiana. The faculty and staff had a wonderful time leading our group of participants (newcomers and pageant veterans alike) through a wide range of developmental experiences focused on the skills important for competing in pageants and being successful in school, sports, careers, and life.

Our theme of “bringing the inside out” was front and center Friday night when the participants engaged one another in an icebreaker activity to discover things about one another that they likely would not have otherwise known. That led into an engaging segment to help our ladies in their journey of self-discovery and think about how they want to represent themselves not only in pageants but also in life.

Saturday was a full day starting with an outdoor ropes course that helped participants identify their personal strengths and opportunities for improvement. After that, most of the day was devoted to giving the participants time with our visiting pageant experts in the areas of interview/public speaking, stage presentation/runway, and physical fitness/nutrition. Saturday night the ladies gave presentations about themselves in front of their peers and faculty.  McKenzie Shevlot, our National American Miss Teen 2010-2011, won the votes of her peers and the resulting gift package with over $2000 in gifts and prizes from Spotlight Consulting and our generous sponsors.

Sunday was our glamour day with each participant getting styled by our partners EyeMax Makeup and posing for headshots with Studio K Photography, the official photographer for Miss Indiana USA.

Thanks to all of our participants for a rewarding weekend. For a program like this, participants get out of it what they put into it, and you all jumped in and made the most of it.

If you’re interested in attending our next session in the Capture The Crown series (September 23-24 in Noblesville, Indiana), contact Spotlight Consulting today to develop the edge for success!

 

Here’s what participants said about the April session of Capture the Crown Elite University…

” This program took me somewhere I’ve never been and I truly feel good!  I’m walking away with an experience of a lifetime, new friends, and a new attitude on everything!  I’m ready for Miss USA!  Thank you Spotlight Consulting!” – Kia Hampton, Miss Kentucky USA 2012

“I loved Capture the Crown. It was fun, challenging and exciting!  I will definitely recommend it to my other friends in pageantry!  I LOVED IT!” – Stephanie Jones, Miss Kentucky Teen USA 2012

 

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Capture The Crown 2011: Elite University

On January 28, 2011, in Events, Retreats & Seminars, by Sarah

As official sponsor for the Miss Indiana USA and Miss Kentucky USA Pageants, Spotlight Consulting offers you a VIP INVITATION to participate in our Capture The Crown 2011 Elite University Series, an exclusive pageant preparation program for the serious competitor. We are accepting ONLY 24 participants in the program so claim your spot today!

Capture The Crown is a multi-session weekend series led by pageant industry experts and focused on the most important success factors for competing in pageants and developing skills for school, sports, career, and life. It is an amazing developmental experience for pageant veterans and newcomers alike.

ATTENTION: Be one of the next 8 people to register for Capture The Crown 2011 and receive an invitation to personally meet Miss America 2009 Katie Stam at a VIP event March 5, 2011 in Evansville, Indiana. Katie will be speaking to the House of Hope Organization on the topic of “inner beauty”. Register today to take advantage of this great opportunity!

Attend Capture The Crown and receive:

• A Full Mock Pageant Experience with Qualified Industry Judges
• Professional Photo Shoot with Hair/Makeup Provided
• Interview and Resume Development with Spotlight Consulting and Judges
• Stage Presentation and Runway Techniques with Professional Runway Coach
• Personalized Fitness and Nutrition Plans with Personal Trainer to the Stars
• Team Building, Leadership, and Confidence Building Activities
• Wardrobe Consultations with our Team and Wardrobe Stylists
• Advice on sponsorships and creating a pageant budget
• Plus MUCH MORE!

Session 1
Date: Friday, April 15th – Sunday, April 17th, 2011
Location: Bradford Woods Manor House Mansion in Martinsville, Indiana
* Transportation to/from the Indianapolis International Airport is provided *

Session 2
Date: Saturday, September 17th – Sunday, September 18th, 2011
Location: Cambria Suites Hotel in Noblesville, IN
* Transportation to/from the Indianapolis International Airport is provided *

Contact Spotlight Consulting today to learn more about and/or register for this extensive pageant preparation program. Take advantage of this unique opportunity and get one step closer to capturing the crown! CLICK HERE!

 
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Congratulations 2010 Pageant Winners

On December 15, 2010, in Pageants, by Sarah

Spotlight Consulting Congratulates Our Client Success in 2010!

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What an amazing year for Spotlight Consulting and Capture the Crown Retreats!  We are so proud of the INCREDIBLE SUCCESS of the young women that we had the privilege to work with in 2010.  At Spotlight Consulting, we work with clients on an individual basis focusing on the most important success factors for competing in pageants.  By attending our Capture the Crown Retreats, ladies work with many industry experts to develop and crystalize skills for pageants, life, school, sports and careers.  Through our unique and innovative programs and customized individual training, clients gain an edge for success and learn how to Capture the Crown!

Congratulations to the Capture the Crown Attendees that have achieved their goals in 2010.  Spotlight Consulting specifically congratulates our individual clients…

Kentucky

Kindra Clark – Miss Kentucky USA 2010

Jefra Bland – Miss Kentucky America 3rd RU

Destiny Dever – Miss Kentucky USA 4th RU

Sydney Fulkerson – Miss Kentucky Teen USA Swim, Gown & Interview Winner

Taylor Hubbard – Miss Teen USA Semifinalist 2010

Megan Lineberry –Miss Kentucky America Semifinalist

Belle Owen – Miss Teen United States World & Miss Teen World Semifinalist

Callie Smith – NAM Kentucky Teen

Illinois

Paige Higgerson – Miss Illinois Teen USA

Chelsea Reardon – International Junior Miss Teen

Kristen Gallant – NAM Teen Semifinalist

Indiana

Shae Berry – Miss Indiana USA Semifinalist

Katelyn Bertling – Miss Indiana Teen USA Semifinalist, NAM Indiana Junior Teen Semifinalist

Madi Boldry – Miss South Bend Outstanding Teen, NAM Indiana Junior Teen Semifinalist

Lauren Boswell – NAM Pre-Teen All American Semifinalist

Jeanene Christy – Mrs Indiana America

Whitney Hatter – Miss Indiana USA 1st RU

Megan Knauer – NAM Indiana Junior Teen Semifinalist

Stephanie Marx – Miss Indiana USA Semifinalist

Calista McGinsie – Miss Indiana Teen USA 4th RU

Christine Pham – Miss Indiana Teen USA 1st RU

Brittany Short – Miss Indiana Teen USA Semifinalist

Mackenzie Surber – Miss Indiana Teen USA 3rd RU

Karah Wray – Miss Tipton County Fair Queen

Mississippi

Mariah Ellis – Miss Mississippi USA Semifinalist

Ohio

Ashleigh Kaleugher – Miss U.S. Beauties

Happy Holidays to all!  Stay tuned for more information on the highly anticipated Capture the Crown Elite University series for 2o11!  Limited space is available so book today!  Again congratulations to all the ladies on a successful 2010!

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Congratulations Miss Indiana USA!

On November 8, 2010, in Pageants, by Sarah

The Spotlight Consulting team wants to congratulate all of the amazing young ladies that competed in the Miss Indiana USA and Miss Indiana Teen USA Pageants!  The winners are both very beautiful and deserving and they will make Indiana proud at nationals!  What an INCREDIBLE year ladies!  We are so proud of you ALL and can’t wait to watch your future success in pageantry and in life!  We also want to thank Randy Sanders and Pageant Associates for including us AGAIN as a 2011 sponsor for the Miss Indiana USA Program!  We are honored to be a part of the Indiana Pageant!

Again, congratulations to the following ladies…

Whitney Hatter – 1st RU Miss Indiana USA
Shae Berry – Semifinalist Miss Indiana USA
Stephanie Marx – Semifinalist Miss Indiana USA

Christine Pham – 1st RU Miss Indiana Teen USA
Mackenzie Surber – 3rd RU Miss Indiana Teen USA
Calista McGinsie – 4th RU Miss Indiana Teen USA
Katelyn Bertling – Semifinalist Miss Indiana Teen USA
Brittany Short – Semifinalist Miss Indiana Teen USA
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Stay tuned for more details on the 2011 Capture the Crown Elite University!

Sarah Glitzer and the Spotlight Consulting Team :)

 
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A Win-Win Attitude for Success

On March 22, 2010, in Personal Development, Preparation, by Sarah

snowboarder US Women’s Olympic Halfpipe Team

At Spotlight Consulting, we believe in having a win-win attitude.  We believe that the greatest competitors in sports, pageants, business and life typically possess these qualities and characteristics.

You will become a much happier and more successful competitor, as well as gain more recognition and appreciation from your peers and fans if you approach pageantry and life with a win-win attitude.

The attached video clip of the United States Olympic Women’s Half-pipe Team teaches us very valuable lessons.  Our competitors can also be colleagues and companions…there are often things about our competitors that make her unique, but there are also things that we have in common with our competitors!

With a win-win attitude, we care about others and have their interests at heart so they can succeed. But we also care about ourselves so that we succeed at the same time.

As you experience the good feelings with each win-win situation in life, it becomes easier to adapt your thinking and actions for the next opportunity. With each win-win situation you gain confidence and look at life differently.

Developing a win-win attitude is what we are supposed to do on this earth – to love and care for others, which is the ultimate win-win situation. With that thinking and positive action, we will all gain our level of success.

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