Ms. United States Emcees RVA Fashion Week

On Sunday, April 15, Ms. United States 2011 Laura Eilers appeared as the emcee of the 4th Annual RVA Fashion Week kick off show at Short Pump Town Center in Richmond, Virginia.

The mission of RVA Fashion Week is to bring together thousands of people in the Greater Richmond area to learn about Richmond’s unique fashion, nightlife and entertainment culture. The April 15 show included the shopping center's retailers such as Macy's, Everything But Water, Bevello, Dillard's, Saxon Shoes and The Buckle.

RVA Fashion Week includes events throughout the week. Learn more about RVA Fashion Week

Watch Ms. United States kick off the 2012 4th Annual RVA Fashion Week.

Ms. United States Sports Bra Featured in Celebrity Ebay Auction

Ms. United States 2011 Laura Eilers, alumni NFL cheerleader of the Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Rams, is honored to be invited to participate in this cause.

MZ & Emmers Sports Bra Auction was formed through a friendship between Women's Professional Soccer star McCall Zerboni (MZ), 5 1/2 year-old Emma Bayer (Emmers) and her parents, Carey and David Bayer.

The auction is designed to raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer through the empowerment of women's athletics.

In October 2010, we participated in a local breast cancer festival with friends from the WPS's Atlanta Beat and raffled several autographed items raising $300 for Komen for the Cure.

In July 2011, we held a week-long eBay auction of 84 sports bras, autographed and decorated by women's professional soccer players from around the world. All 84 bras were sold and a total of $4400 was raised for Komen for the Cure.

For 2012, we have expanded to include the entire women's athletic world. Currently, we have a diverse group of close to 200 female professional athletes (soccer players, olympians, paralympians, fitness gurus, dancers, race car drivers, mixed martial arts athletes, mountain bikers, football players, X gamers, sportcasters, etc.) participating in the event by autographing and decorating sports bras. Some of the more notable athletes participating include Jane Fonda, Shannon Miller, Brandi Chastain, Nadia Comaneci, Gabrielle Reece, and many more.

The auction will run from April 7-15, 2012 through eBay. Beneficiaries are Keep A Breast Foundation, Susan G Komen for the Cure and Breast Cancer Survivors' Network, Inc. We have chosen these charities based on their commitment to education, research and direct services for those impacted by breast cancer.

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Ms. United States 2011 Laura Eilers - National Competition Video Highlights

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Ms. United States Says Farewell in Home State of Virginia

On April 1, 2012, Ms. United States 2011 Laura Eilers crowned a 2012 state titleholder, Khia Moon of Portsmouth, Virginia. Laura will continue to represent the United States through early July. The national pageant will be held in Washington, D.C. on July 8, 2012. 

 

"Sofia Vergara said 'I've lived a life full of things I never thought I could achieve. It takes effort and sacrifice, but why not risk trying to be better?' 

 

Being a titleholder is just that - achievement, effort, sacrifice, risk, and the opportunity to be a better woman and to build a better America. One year ago, at the age of 31, I thought I had accomplished quite a few amazing things. I had been an NFL cheerleader for two teams. I started a company working in an industry I love. I had traveled to eight countries to support the United States military. I was content with love, friendship, and family. Then along came Chris Wilmer, and before I knew it, I entered my very first pageant and was crowned the 2011 Ms. Virginia United States.

When I first walked the stage as Ms. Virginia United States, I knew the title would provide a platform for positive influence, one that I embraced while representing the "Let's Move" organization. I knew that I had been given a true honor to represent a state of distinguished history. I knew that I would be challenged to stand, pose, speak and dress my very best for the next year. I knew I would visit many cities, shake hands with governors and senators, and stand alongside other pageant queens. What I did not yet understand was that I was not walking alone. The "Virginia Queens" family - Chris, Ashley Squared, Shania, Jeff, Chantel, Steve, Lucinda, Kyle, and Alice - to name a few - made the experience unforgettable. And being crowned Ms. United States in Las Vegas was most blissful because I shared the moment with my sister queens and this new family.

As I walk my final steps as Ms. Virginia United States, my crown symbolizes that achievement has no expiration date. I wish the very best to the 2012 titleholders and humbly thank you for the opportunity to represent this great state."

Congratulations to the new state titleholders in Virginia! Learn more on Facebook. Learn more about the Miss United States organization on their website.

Ms. United States to Crown 2012 Ms. Virginia on Sunday, April 1

Ms. United States 2011 Laura Eilers will crown her state successor on Sunday, April 1 in Richmond, Virginia. Virginia delegates will also be crowned for Miss Junior Teen, Miss Teen, and Miss.

Meet 2011 Ms. United States Laura Eilers, 2011 Miss Teen United States Ashley Greenfield and 2011 Miss United States Ashley Smith at the following dinner reception:

Saturday, March 31, 2012, 7:00-9:00pm
Richmond Marriott West
Bistro 64 Restaurant
4240 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23060

The annual Virginia United States pageant is open to the public during the following segments:

Saturday, March 31, 2012, 2:00pm
Swimwear Competition

Richmond Marriott West - Commonwealth Ballroom
4240 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23060
$15.00 Admission, Cash only

Saturday, March 31, 2012, 6:00pm
National Directors Fashion Show
Richmond Marriott West - Commonwealth Ballroom
4240 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Ms. United States will serve as a judge
$10.00 Admission, Cash only

Sunday, April 1, 2012, 2:00pm
Evening Gown Competition and Finals
Scottish Rite Auditorium
4204 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA 23227
$20.00 Admission, Cash only

Ms. United States to Appear as Arena Football Game Emcee

For the third season, Ms. United States Laura Eilers prepares to step on the field as the Richmond Raiders arena football game day emcee.

Raiders Professional Indoor Football League games are held at the Richmond Coliseum in Richmond, Virginia on Saturday evenings: March 10, March 24, April 14, May 5, May 19 and June 16. Eilers also serves as the Lady Raiders Dance & Cheer Team Coordinator and Choreographer. Eilers was an NFL Cheerleader for two teams and has appeared in multiple radio and television advertisements.

Learn more and purchase tickets at the Raiders website.