Elaine Gonzalez

Casting manager

Elaine Gonzalez is a native Miamian and has been in casting since 1990. Her love of the arts and actors has contributed to her success in casting. She has an undergraduate degree from the University of Miami.

Laura Lorens

Casting manager

Laura Lorens is a graduate of Florida State University with a B.A. in Advertising. She has been with Lori Wyman Casting since 1995 when she started as an intern in her senior year of college. She loves being a part of bringing Florida

Jessica Barnes

Casting manager

Jessica Barnes is a native Miamian and has been in casting since 1992. Her love of the arts and actors has contributed to her success in casting. She has an undergraduate degree from the University of Miami.

Oumie Garba

Founder

Oumie Garba is the founder of Miss Africa America driven to empower women to make a difference around the world.

Shari Rene Taylor

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer for Miss Africa America

Desirel C. Lawrence

Chief Technology Officer

Desirel C Lawrence is the technology officer for Miss Africa America.

Nichole Leshawn

Pageant Director

Chief Organizer and Coordinator for Miss Africa America