our 2025 titleholders
Miss Louisa County
Alexia Williams, Miss Louisa County 2025, is the founder of S.T.A.R. – Successful Training of Adult Responsibilities, a community service initiative dedicated to equipping young people with the essential skills needed to transition into adulthood successfully. Alexia is passionate about addressing the challenges faced by today’s youth, focusing on five key areas of growth: Finances, Career, Self-Care, Relationships, and Health.
Through partnerships with organizations like the Boys & Girls Club of America, YMCA, Boy Scouts of America, and local schools, Alexia is raising awareness about the importance of preparing for adulthood in a positive and impactful way. She also leverages her social media platform, @s.t.a.r._successful_adults, to share practical tips, motivational stories, and real-life examples to inspire and educate her followers across Virginia and beyond. Alexia’s vision includes expanding the S.T.A.R. initiative by collaborating with educators to pilot high school programs that empower students with the tools they need to thrive in college, trade school, or the workforce. Her mission is to leave a legacy that uplifts future generations and helps them grow into confident, capable adults.
"Let’s grow up together, Virginia!" – Alexia Williams, Miss Louisa 2025
Miss Louisa County's Teen
Alyssa Julian, the visionary behind Kids on Call: Bringing Hope into Hospitals, is dedicated to uplifting young patients during their hospital stays. Inspired by her own childhood experience in the hospital, where compassionate care made all the difference, Alyssa has made it her mission to bring comfort, joy, and hope to kids facing difficult medical situations. Through her initiative, Alyssa has already made a significant impact in Northern Virginia by: Hosting events with Girl Scout troops and classrooms to create over 150 handmade cards for hospitalized kids; Collecting more than 80 toys in a community toy drive for local hospitals; Preparing Care Kits for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of Northern Virginia. Driven by her dream of becoming a pediatric oncologist, Alyssa is working to expand her efforts across the Commonwealth. Her goal is to inspire kids and teens throughout Virginia to join her mission of bringing hope into hospitals, proving that small gestures—like a card, a toy, or even a smile—can make a big difference in a child’s life. “While I’m not a doctor yet, I know I can help kids feel better and make the hospital a happier place,” says Alyssa. With her passion for service and her dedication to spreading joy, Alyssa is ready to lead the charge as Miss Louisa County’s Teen.
Miss Hanover county
Brielle Phillippe is an active advocate for empowering women in STEM through InspireHERScience, a community service initiative she founded to promote education, advocacy, and engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Inspired by her mother’s cancer journey and the compassion of women in STEM who provided care, Brielle is committed to creating a supportive space where girls can see themselves thriving in STEM fields.
Through InspireHERScience, Brielle speaks at schools about her experiences, conducts hands-on science experiments, and supports students at STEM and STEAM competitions to increase female representation. She also manages an active social media presence that shares affirmations, spotlights, and guidance for young women interested in STEM careers. Looking ahead, Brielle plans to publish a children’s weather-themed book, with a portion of proceeds funding scholarships for aspiring young women in STEM. This initiative embodies the Miss America crown’s service point, showcasing the power of education and community engagement to inspire the next generation.
Miss Lake Anna
Angel Fink is the founder of the Aid for Our Heroes initiative, a community service project dedicated to supporting first responders in the Shenandoah Valley. As she prepares to compete for the title of Miss Virginia, Angel’s platform focuses on providing essential supplies to those who selflessly serve our communities. Her goal is to create and deliver 100 care packages filled with snacks, water bottles, protein bars, gift cards, first aid kits, and thank-you cards to local first responders. Through her initiative, Angel has called on the community to help gather donations or funds to purchase the needed supplies. She works with local businesses and individuals to collect items and organize the baskets, ensuring that the first responders receive the recognition and support they deserve.
Miss Lake Anna's Teen
Leslie Kaiser is the founder of Be AWARE, a community service initiative dedicated to raising awareness, providing resources, and advocating for mental health. Inspired by her own experiences with anxiety, depression, and OCD, Leslie created Be AWARE to address the lack of accessible mental health support and to fight the stigma surrounding mental illness. The initiative focuses on five key areas: Advocacy, Wellness, Awareness, Resources, and Education. Through her platform, Leslie is committed to educating others on the importance of both mental and physical health, highlighting how they are interconnected. She works tirelessly to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of mental health issues, offering resources and support for those in need. Leslie has partnered with local organizations like NAMI and Hickory High School to implement her platform in schools, where she is actively creating seminars and informational materials about mental health. She also uses social media to spread hope and inspiration, providing a space for youth to connect and learn about mental wellness. With a vision to create a generation of strong, mentally aware youth, Leslie is determined to help young people recognize and address mental health issues before they escalate, ultimately preventing depression, anxiety, OCD, and suicide. Her work has already received overwhelming support, and she continues to inspire others to take the first step in advocating for their own mental wellness.