About our local leadership
Aaron Franco, Local Director
We would like to formally introduce you to the Local Director of the Miss South Texas Scholarship Organization. Aaron attended Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi where he studied Business Management. A member of Omega Delta Phi, Aaron served in multiple organizations including the Multi Cultural Greek Council, Islander Cultural Alliance. A long time supporter of the Miss America Scholarship Program, Aaron attended the Miss America 100 competition in Connecticut. Aaron is currently an Assistant Vice President of Frost Bank as well as a Co- Owner of The Petal Express, a flower shop, boutique and events company in Victoria, Texas. In August of 2022, Aaron formally became a Local Director, creating the Miss South Texas Scholarship Organization. In 2023 Aaron was name Local Director of the Year at Miss Texas.
Adrian Franco
We would like to formally introduce you to the Vice President of the Miss South Texas Scholarship Organization. Graduate of Texas A&M University- Kingsville with a degree in Fashion Merchandising, Adrian was a 4 year Javelina Cheerleader and served in multiple organizations on campus. A lifelong supporter of the Miss America Scholarship Program, Adrian attended the Miss America 100 competition in Connecticut. A Florist by trade, Adrian was selected to represent the State of Texas in 2019 at The White House. Adrian, along with others assisted the First Lady of The United States with setting up The White House Christmas decorations. Owner and Designer of The Petal Express, a flower shop, boutique, and events company in Victoria, Texas. Adrian and The Petal Express provided the flowers to Miss America 2023 along with all runner up.
Lea Del Bosque
We would like to formally introduce you to the Secretary/ Treasurer of the Miss South Texas Scholarship Organization. Graduate of Texas State University with a degree in Mass Communications and Media Studies, Lea served as an anchor for the Bob Cat Update, and was a 4 year member of Chi Omega. Lea serves on multiple committees within her community which include the Texas Jazz Society, L.U.L.A.C Council, Ballet Nacional and Special Hearts in the Arts. Lea has a passion to serve her community and is excited to bring a local preliminary competition to Miss Texas within the Miss America Scholarship Program to South Texas.
McKaylah Lopez
We would like to formally introduce you to the Director of External Relations for the Miss South Texas Scholarship Organization. Serving as a full service wedding planner and coordinator by trade, McKaylah is the owner of The Well Woman Wedding Company in Victoria, Texas. McKaylah is a trained vocalist and avid performer. She plans to bring her expertise in time management and organization to the Miss South Texas Organization and our titleholders. McKaylah plans to attend her first Miss America competition this year to cheer on Miss Texas, Annette Addo-Yobo.
Rhea Russell
We would like to formally introduce you to the Production Stylist for the Miss South Texas Organization. Rhea is a graduate of Furman University in South Carolina with a Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies and was a 3 year Paladin Cheerleader. She is a proud member of Zeta Tau Alpha. Rhea is a native of Corpus Christi, Texas where she is currently a member of the Corpus Christi Sirens Dance Team. Serving as a Remote Accounting Specialist by day, she is also an Assistant Coach for the Coastal Christian Homeschool Varsity Cheer Team. Rhea is a long time volunteer of the Miss South Texas Organization servings as a volunteer, judge, and choreographer.
Amanda Garcia
We would like to formally introduce you to the Volunteer Coordinator for the Miss South Texas Organization. Amanda has served as the Volunteer Coordinator since the inaugural season. Acting as a point of contact for all volunteers the day of a competition, Amanda ensures a smooth operation. A Native of Sinton, Texas Amanda is currently employed with San Patricio County.