Lexi Kerr, Miss New York International 2017
My pageant journey began just a little over a year ago. I have many people to thank for my success, however one person in particular helped in more ways than one. Corrin Stellakis and I have known each other for many years through the modeling world. She saw a light in me I had been wanting to explore, but didn’t know how to go about it. Pageantry had always been a dream of mine and Corrin not only make that dream come true, but she also helped me in other aspects of my life. It all began with competing for the title of Miss New York USA in 2017. Corrin began coaching me in bathing suit, evening gown, and interview. She also began to train me in physical fitness, as she’s a certified personal trainer. I was always a very tiny woman, but Corrin showed me my true potential. She guided me on a physical fitness journey that I can’t thank her enough for. My transformation in just three short months, brought me to tears because I never thought I could look as good as I did. Corrin was able to give me the appropriate workouts and train at a pace that worked well with my body. She gave me the confidence to show off my hard work and never gave up on me. The amazing thing about having Corrin as my personal trainer was that she knew my body, my stamina, and limits. She was always pushing me in a positive way and always strived to give me the best training. After I competed for Miss New York USA, I really wanted to give pageantry another try. Corrin was right by my side, ready to take me on again! I competed for Miss New York International 2017. Corrin is excellent at interview and she prepared me for not only my interview for the pageant, but also my speaking skills. She gave me tips that I could apply to all aspects of life rather than just pageantry which is what makes her stand out the most as a coach. We also continued training for the physical fitness portion of the competition and she continued providing incredible results! We became not just pageant contestant and coach, but best friends through this process because she truly cared about me as a person and not just a client. She is like this with everyone and is the most genuine person you will ever meet! During this process, we also worked on evening gown and fun fashion. Corrin helped pick out all of my wardrobe from practice attire, to on stage attire to make sure I was prepared. She also went through each hair style and make-up look I was to wear with each outfit. I felt extremely prepared and organized all because of her dedication to making sure I was pristine. She really helped me gain the confidence and poise I needed to take home the crown, which I’m so proud to say I won and am currently Miss New York International. I couldn’t have won the crown without her support, training, and tips. I then went on to compete at the national level. Corrin again dove right in and even if we weren’t having a session, she was on call and always there to answer any question I had. Again, she had each of my outfits planned for each day whether I was on stage or not. She really prepared me for the interview process and how to hold myself as I was at nationals. Corrin even took the time each day I was at nationals to make sure I was looking my best and was prepared for the day. Because of her knowledge and support, she helped me climb to the top and place in the top ten at my very first national competition. Corrin was there from beginning to end giving me her undivided attention and I know she does that with each of her clients. I can’t say enough positive things about my experience with having Corrin as my coach! If it wasn’t for her, I wouldn’t have won my first state title and I wouldn’t have placed top ten at a national level. Her coaching is the highest quality you could ever receive because for her, it’s about making you a better woman all around while also preparing you for whichever pageant you choose to compete in. If you’re looking for the best coach in the world, Corrin Stellakis is your woman. She will guide you to becoming the best version of yourself and help you in all aspects of competition. I’m so fortunate to have her by my side! Join the Fit To Reign family; I’m so glad I did!
– Lexi Kerr
Miss New York International 2017