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Tanesha Myles

Tanesha Myles is the Founder, President and CEO of P31GIRLS . For over two decades she has focused on building a sense of community, empowering girls and women. Tanesha life’s purpose and work is to help girls and women realize their greatest spiritual, creative, intellectual and physical promise through education, small groups, a diverse community-culture and sisterhood. Tanesha has an extensive background in the nonprofit sector and faith-based organizations, alongside Political Appointees, Board of Directors, Presidents and CEO’s building programs, and teams to problem – solving for the needs of young girls and 
women.  In 2019 Tanesha passion led her to start P31GIRLS INC. a non-profit organization to serve tween girls in Prince George's County, Maryland. P31GIRLS prepares girls to achieve their personal and academic goals, intentionally builds academic agility, genuine confidence, and compassionate character, as well as gives them a competitive edge. Tanesha spirit of enthusiastic creativity has swept through across the globe. During the first year, Tanesha and her team were challenged with the onset of the COVID-19. She expanded programming and strategically grew the organization's active membership in the United States, Canada, Indonesia, Australia, and London, her influence and leadership are far-reaching.  Tanesha is the voice behind ADAMSRIB, a weekly one hour podcast that aired for three years. She is also the creator of HER fifteen MINUTES a monthly social business networking event for women. Tanesha serves on the Leadership Team at City of Hope International Worship Center in Elkridge, Maryland where she is an ordained Elder. She is a member of Twenty 1st Synergy's a global network for Apostolic Kingdom Leaders. 

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Holli Todhunter

Since 1985 Holli Todhunter has been co-owner Vice President of SRS International Corporation in Alexandria, Virginia, and is responsible for oversight of corporate management.  SRS International provides clinical and pre-clinical data development, product development / design consultations, and regulatory compliance services for the pharmaceutical, biological / biotechnology, and medical device industries. The company also provides similar services for food additives, food-contact and industrial use antimicrobial ​products, pest control products, and specialty chemicals.  Over the years she has also been responsible for oversight of corporate management systems and activities. Additional functions include liaison between SRS International clients and federal and state agencies, program coordination for 
multi-national SRS International programs, and management and monitoring of clinical trials. 
In addition, from 2000 to 2021 she was also co-owner and President of Three Fox Vineyards in Delaplane, VA which grew vinifera grapes and made wines from same. Most wines were Italian styles and Three Fox Vineyards promoted itself as “Tuscany in Virginia.”  One of Holli’s earlier positions was working at Giant Foods for well know Washingtonian and owner, Izzy Cohen.  For ten years she had increasing responsibility for managing procurement of non-food items for a major (average annual sales in excess of $2 billion) the then locally owned food and drug retailer. This alumna of the Ohio State University has been a member of the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society, Business Partners Inc., DC Chapter of the American Cancer Society, and Friends of the National Capital Children’s Museum.

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Rahfeal Gordon

Rahfeal "RahGor" Gordon is recognized as one of the top international speakers and leadership advisors for world leaders and global entrepreneurs who seek to effectively impact the global community through business, education, and politics. RahGor is an award-winning author of 18 published books and the owner of Madison + Park Agency, a full-service global branding agency that assists entrepreneurs, authors, corporations, and global influencers with becoming leaders in their industry. RahGor previously headlined a sold out lecture at Carnegie Hall in New York City. He is
also the recipient of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Award, OppenheimerFunds Social Entrepreneurship Award, and received a NAACP Image Award Nomination as a Debut Author.

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Stephanie Green

Stephanie Green is a journalist and communications consultant in Washington, DC. A former reporter and columnist for Bloomberg News and the Washington Times, Green has contributed to Vogue, Vanity Fair, WWD, The Washington Post and dozens of other publications as a freelance writer, editor and photographer. She has advised corporate and government clients on media outreach and social media. A passionate historic preservationist, Green is an honorary regent of the Constitution Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution and is active with the National Society Colonial Dames of America and the American Friends of Lafayette.  She is also certified in yoga instruction. A graduate of Purdue University’s School of Liberal Arts, Green is a native of Jacksonville, FL. She has called Washington home since 2001.

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Greg Price

Greg Field Price licensed attorney and accomplished public relations strategist, Greg has spent his career as a problem-solver. He counsels clients on reputation management, strategic communications, and crisis preparedness and response. Adept at building international networks, he has been responsible for several large-scale multinational marketing and philanthropic campaigns, served as confidante and counsel for c-suite executives, and led teams across industries, geographies, and business sectors. Greg recently joined Walton Enterprises, LLC as a Senior Advisor. Prior to this role, he worked for a boutique law firm, for state government, at universities and nonprofit organizations, and for one of the world’s largest communications consultancies. He earned a master’s degree from New York University in International Law 

and his juris doctorate from the University of Notre Dame.  He was admitted to practice law in the State of New York and holds a bachelor’s degree from Tufts University, in social psychology and child development.


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George Dang

George Dang is a prominent Asian-American entrepreneur and community leader in the Washington Metro Area. After opening several successful restaurants in this area, he was with AXA Equitable for 25 years as an Executive Vice President. George is the president of Acacia Financial Advisors LLC, a company he founded in 2006. He is a partner with Meiwah International Holdings, a company promoting trade between the United States and Vietnam.
Currently George is the president and CEO of USAsialinks. George along with a talented international team formed USAsialinks in 2012 with the goal of linking our planet’s businesses and technologies to build a better world. George is on the Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American 
Affairs. George has made many contributions to non-profit and educational organizations ​in the Washington area: he is a co-founder and Board Member of the Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce, Advisory Board Member for SonaBank, was Chair of The New Comers Service Center, is a board member of Leadership Montgomery, on the advisory board of The Universities at Shady Grove, and on the board of Montgomery College Foundation.​

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Stef Woods

Stef Woods is a dedicated educator and detail-oriented attorney with 16+ years of experience as a university faculty member and immigration lawyer.
As a faculty member at American University, Stef specialized in classes on digital media, social justice, marketing, health, and popular culture. She received the university-wide Teaching with Technology Award and the Dean's Award for Exceptional Innovation in Teaching. As an immigration attorney, Stef has practiced immigration and nationality law in the private and pro bono sectors. 

Stef has been featured by numerous media outlets and publications, including The Associated Press, NPR, MSNBC, Univision, Forbes, Agence France-Presse, The Washington Post, and USA Today. Her college courses were highlighted by The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly magazine, Buzzfeed, and Business Insider. Stef was profiled as a breast cancer survivor by WebMD, Women's Health magazine, and HealthIT.gov. She regularly speaks about American popular culture at The Smithsonian.  Since 2011, Stef has been an active fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, serving as co-chair of the St. Jude Heart of Fashion DC event for four years. 
A DC resident since 1993, Stef received her Juris Doctorate degree from the American University Washington College of Law and a Master's of Liberal Studies in International Affairs from Georgetown University. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Wellesley College with a double major in Political Science and English. 
Her most important role is as a mom to her nine-year-old daughter, Roya. 

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  • About
    • Miss DC History
    • Former Miss DC's
    • Where Are They Now?
    • Board of Directors & Committee
    • The Miss America Experience
    • Past Competitions
  • 2022 Competition
    • 2022 Contestants
    • 2022 Judges
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    • Miss DC 2022
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  • Become A Contestant
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    • The Job of Miss America
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