Tania Dominguez is a El Paso native with strong roots in Mexico. She graduated from Chapin High School in 2012 and is a UTEP alumni having earned a Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance as well as a Bachelors in Organizational and Corporate Communication/Public Relations with a Minor in Entrepreneurship. After receiving her Masters she had the privilege of working as the Locomotive FC’s first On Field Host during their 2020 season. She loves working with all age groups in her community and has served as Youth Program Director in a church, Parent and Military Liaison in a Middle School and is currently an Early Childhood Educator. She had the privilege of playing college volleyball having earned a scholarship for Wayland Baptist University, and is now pursuing her dreams in another sport, powerlifting. Tania believes it is never too late to pursue your passions, never too late to change your lifestyle choices and never too late to make an impact. She hopes to bring more health and wellness awareness to the culturally diverse city of El Paso. She is currently working towards earning certificates to carry out her passion of leading people towards self-empowerment and mindful living.

Lauren Hernandez is proudly born and raised in El Paso, Texas. She is currently studying at the University of Texas of El Paso. At 18, Lauren has graduated from Pebble Hills High School with a teachers aide certification. Lauren is studying education with the goal of becoming a Pre-K special education teacher. With a deep commitment to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments, she strives to create a space where every child can thrive one day. Through her studies and work with Lauras Productions, she has gained valuable experiences and confidence, which she hopes to to use to encourage and advocate for others. Through her participation in this pageant, Lauren hopes to inspire others and continue her journey of empowering young minds and championing education and inclusion.