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Miss USA x QBN Model Search

Walk Miami Swim Week.

A fan-powered competition with a real runway at the end. Two winners walk in QBN's Miami Swim Show, attend four exclusive Swim Week events, and receive roundtrip flights, four nights in Miami, and $1,000 cash. Free to enter.

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The Opportunity

A Real Stage.
A Real Outcome.

Miss USA and Queen Beauty Network have partnered for a fan-powered model search tied to one of the most visible weeks in fashion: Miami Swim Week 2026.

This is a structured competition with real stakes. You enter, build your profile, compete through multiple rounds of public voting, and advance as the field narrows. The women who reach the final round don't just win a title — they walk a runway, attend four exclusive events, and spend four nights in Miami with everything covered.

The opportunity is real. The stage is real. The only question is how far you'll go.

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The Runway
to Miami.

This competition moves in stages. Here's how it unfolds.

01.

Registration

Create your profile, upload your content, and officially enter the competition.

02.

Competition Rounds

Public voting opens and you receive a personal link to share with your audience. Compete within your group as top performers advance and the field narrows.

03.

Judge Review

As the competition tightens, a panel reviews the remaining finalists before the final round.

04.

Winners Chosen

The final public round determines who earns a place at Miami Swim Week 2026.

The Panel

Meet the Judges

Industry voices shaping who advances when the competition reaches the judge review stage.

Rachel Kroes

Rachel Kroes

Based in Los Angeles, Rachel is an actor, model and the founder of C2C Casting, a full service casting agency that has placed talent on major networks like NBC, Netflix, Bravo, MTV and E! Her credits include the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Basketball Wives, Dream Home Makeover, the unforgettable hit CATFISH, and many more. When she's not on set or casting, you can find her traveling abroad or working in animal advocacy. She's a huge sports fan, loves a good game of Bingo, and never leaves home without her toy poodle, Carl.

Sheree Hartwell

Sheree Hartwell

Sheree is the owner and director of FORD/Robert Black Agency and resides in Arizona. A former model discovered at 12, she acquired the agency in 2005 and has since built a dynamic roster of over 500 models, actors, and creatives, earning a reputation for developing standout talent and shaping successful careers throughout all major markets across fashion and entertainment.

Rick Acevedo

Rick Acevedo

Based in Miami, Rick is an internationally-published photographer with extensive experience working with models, pageant winners, and public personalities. He specializes in identifying strong camera presence, confidence, and market-ready talent. Rick is most recognized for producing elevated beauty and editorial work across Miami and Puerto Rico.

Jena Sims

Jena Sims

A former Miss Georgia Teen USA, Jena Sims Koepka is an experienced swimwear model most recognized for her work with Sports Illustrated. She has appeared in films including Attack of the 50 Foot Cheerleader and Sharknado 5, as well as the HBO television series Entourage. Jena runs a non-profit organization called Pageant of Hope, hosting beauty pageants for children with cancer and other disadvantages.

The Prize Package

What you're competing for

Every winner receives a fully supported trip to Miami Swim Week 2026 and a place in the room where it happens.

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The Runway

Walk in QBN’s Miami Swim Show during Miami Swim Week 2026.

Ocean Drive Miami Night

The Access

VIP entry to three exclusive Swim Week events: a Paraiso Miami Swim Week show, the Ocean Drive Magazine party, and the Twin Tides Miami Swim Week soiree.

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The Stay

Roundtrip airfare, a 4-night luxury hotel stay, and private ground transportation.

Miami Luxury Lifestyle

The Reward

A $1,000 cash prize plus a $250 meal allowance during your curated stay.

How Your Audience Helps You Advance.

This is a fan-powered competition. The support you build matters.

When voting opens, you'll receive a personal link to share across your platforms. Your audience can visit your profile, follow your progress, and vote for you throughout the competition.

You don't need a massive following to compete. You need an engaged one. The contestants who stay visible and keep their audience active are the ones who advance.

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Key Dates

April 11 – 25

Casting

This is your entry window. Create your profile, upload your content, and submit your entry. Once you’re in, you’re officially part of the competition. No voting yet — this is about getting live.

April 25 – May 2

First Look

Voting opens and you receive your personal link. Share it with your audience across your platforms and direct them to your profile to vote. The contestants with the most engaged support move forward.

May 2 – May 9

The Edit

The field narrows. Voting continues and the competition tightens as only the strongest performers advance to the final stages.

May 9 – May 11

The Runway

Voting pauses. Miss USA judges review finalist profiles before the final public round opens.

May 11 – May 16

Finals

The final public vote determines the winners. Those selected earn their place at Miami Swim Week 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions