Ms. Elite United USA
Trena J. Myers, MBA
Crowned with purpose, leading with impact.
Rare disease advocate. Legacy builder. Queen in action. Using her platform to amplify voices that are often unseen and unheard.
About the Queen
A Crown Is Not the Goal — It Is the Responsibility
Trena J. Myers is a woman who wears her crown with purpose. As Ms. Elite United USA 2025, Trena represents more than elegance and poise — she represents resilience, advocacy, and legacy. A nationally recognized speaker, entrepreneur, and rare disease advocate, Trena uses her platform to amplify voices that are often unseen and unheard.
Known as "The Zebra Queen," Trena is the Founder & CEO of Rare Wish, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing joy, resources, and visibility to individuals living with rare and invisible diseases. Through advocacy, storytelling, and community partnerships, she is committed to ensuring that rare families are not forgotten — but celebrated, supported, and seen.
Beyond advocacy, Trena is the visionary behind the Legacy Crown Collection™, a leadership and branding framework designed to help women clarify their message, embody confidence, and build purpose-driven platforms that create lasting impact.
She is also a proud mother, Gigi, and fiancée, embracing family as the heart of her legacy.
Her Mission
Leading with Grace & Purpose
Because when a woman understands her voice, her value, and her vision — she doesn't just wear a crown. She becomes one.
Make Rare Visible
Amplifying voices of individuals living with rare and invisible diseases through advocacy, storytelling, and community partnerships.
Empower Women to Lead with Purpose
Through the Legacy Crown Collection™ framework, helping women clarify their message, embody confidence, and build purpose-driven platforms.
Build Legacies That Outlive the Crown
Transforming titles into platforms for lasting impact — because a crown is not the goal, it is the responsibility.
The Journey
A Legacy in the Making
Over two decades of pageantry, leadership, and service — from her first local title in Iowa to the national stage as Ms. Elite United USA.
Ms. Elite United USA
Crowned in Daytona Beach, FL — June 13, 2024. National title representing purpose-driven leadership and rare disease advocacy.
Ms. Elite Georgia United USA
The inaugural Ms. Elite GA United USA titleholder. State representative advancing to the national stage.
Ms. Classic Iowa Global Continental
Inaugural Ms. Classic Iowa title. Placed 2nd Runner-Up at Nationals.
Ms. Classic Georgia Global Continental
Inaugural Ms. Classic GA title. Placed 1st Runner-Up at Nationals and received the Director's Award.
Ms. Woman Georgia United States
Represented the State of Georgia. Received the Congeniality Award at the National Competition.
Local & State Titles
Held numerous local and state titles representing Iowa, Texas, Alabama, North Carolina, and Georgia.
MOA Local Prelim Director
Served as a local MOA director and certified judge in the states of Iowa and Missouri.
Mrs. Iowa United States
Top 20 at the National competition. One of her earliest national-level achievements.
Mrs. Lee County America
First pageant in the Mrs. division, representing Lee County, Iowa.
Giving Back
Community Engagement & Collaborations
The causes that Trena cares about are a major influence on the philanthropic efforts she champions. From rare disease advocacy to anti-human trafficking, her impact spans communities across the nation.
Rare Wish / Rare STRIDES
Founding CEO of Rare Wish, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Beth Nguyen, RN, improving quality of life for rare families through wishes, clinical innovation funding, and free healthcare tools. Director of Communication/Marketing for Rare STRIDES, volunteering 10+ hours weekly.
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Selected as Chamber Ambassador, engaging potential members at networking events and ribbon cuttings. Two-time Moxie Award finalist in Pay it Forward and Uprising categories.
Rainbow Village
Active volunteer supporting a transitional community for families with children in Gwinnett County. Raised funds to provide art supplies to children in need.
Rotary Club
Inducted into the Rotary Club in Iowa, participating in mental health and anti-human trafficking campaigns. Performed a live art painting auctioned for over $3,200 to fund anti-trafficking efforts.
Lydia's House
Board member providing facilitation and strategic planning for the tri-state area's only transitional housing facility for women moving from dependent, often abusive relationships into independent lifestyles.
iamLov Organization
Served as Vice President (2021–2022) with 40+ volunteer hours monthly. Created the first Butterfly Effect mural in Keokuk, Iowa, and organized the organization's first black-tie gala raising over $2,000.
Immune Deficiency Foundation
Led a fundraising team for the Atlanta IDF walk, securing a $2,000 corporate sponsorship. Provided art therapy for support groups in central Georgia as an individual living with an immune deficiency.
Georgia HOSA
Presenter and judge for the State conference of the largest organization supporting high school students exploring health careers. Involved since 2008.
Additional community involvement includes: Gwinnett County Schools, Hawthorne Elementary Adopt-a-Class, Jr. Achievement Mentor, Paper Heart Campaign, KidFitStrong Challenge, Gwinnett County Parks & Rec, Lions Club, Walk MS Atlanta, Keokuk Chamber of Commerce, and Untold Woman International.
Mark Your Calendar
Upcoming 2026 Events
Follow Trena's journey as she continues to lead with purpose, advocate for rare disease awareness, and empower communities across the nation.
Rare Disease Day
Attending Rare Disease Day at Emory University and Rare Disease Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
Read Across America
Reading event at George Washington Elementary in Keokuk, Iowa — inspiring the next generation through literacy and leadership.
Women's International Day — Queens Tea
Celebrating Women's International Day at The Grand Theater and the Lake Cooper Foundation in Keokuk, Iowa.
The Legacy Crown Collection™ — Pageant Coaching Launch
LaunchThe official launch of The Legacy Crown Collection Pageant Coaching program in Colorado Springs, CO — empowering the next generation of purpose-driven titleholders.
United USA National Competition
NationalThe United USA National Competition in Daytona Beach, FL — where Trena will complete her reign and crown the next Ms. Elite United USA.
Moments That Matter
Photo Gallery
A collection of moments from the stage, the community, and the journey of building a Buzz-Worthy™ legacy.
Ms. Elite United USA — Crowned June 2024, Daytona Beach, FL
Commanding the stage with grace and purpose
Evening gown competition — elegance meets advocacy
Every crown carries a story of purpose and perseverance
Representing purpose-driven leadership on the national stage
Stage presence and confidence — every step tells a story
The crown represents purpose, advocacy, and legacy
A Legacy Maker on and off the stage
Reigning with purpose, leading with grace
United USA National Competition — Daytona Beach, FL
Elegance with a mission — making rare visible
Crowned with purpose — a title that serves
Walking with intention, serving with heart
National title representing rare disease advocacy
Ms. Elite United USA — a platform for change
Connecting with communities through warmth and authenticity
Building bridges between communities and causes that matter
Speaking and inspiring at community events across the nation
Rare disease advocacy — making the invisible visible
Every appearance is an opportunity to advocate and inspire
Serving communities with purpose and compassion
Empowering others through advocacy and mentorship
Leading with heart in every community she serves
From the stage to the community — legacy in action
Rare Wish Foundation — improving quality of life for rare families
Volunteering and giving back — the heart of her reign
Community engagement is the cornerstone of her platform
Proudly representing and serving her country
Founder & CEO of Cre8tive Marketing Agency
30+ years of Buzz-Worthy™ marketing expertise
MBA — Strategy meets storytelling
Empowering Legacy Makers to build brands that last
Creative vision meets strategic execution
The Queen Bee behind the Buzz-Worthy™ brand
Building Buzz-Worthy™ brands with purpose and passion
Legacy in the Making — a life dedicated to service and strategy
Where pageantry meets entrepreneurship
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"Do exactly what you would do if you felt most secure."
— Meister Eckhart
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Whether you're looking for a keynote speaker, brand ambassador, community partner, or pageant coach — Trena brings purpose, passion, and professionalism to every collaboration.