I have always believed that being successful isn't just about what you accomplish for yourself—it's about what you can do with your talents to help others.

 

I began designing at just six years old, and since then, my journey with Charlie Designs has grown into something much bigger than fashion. My designs have been featured in more than 50 fashion shows, productions, and events, but some of the moments I am most proud of have happened away from the runway.

 

Through Charlie Designs A Whole New World, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, I have made it part of my mission to use fashion, creativity, entertainment, and community events to promote kindness, confidence, diversity, inclusion, social-emotional well-being, and the belief that everyone deserves to know they are special.

 

I have traveled to other states to help raise money and awareness for organizations such as the Mira Foundation, supporting programs that help blind and visually impaired children gain greater independence through guide dogs.

 

I created Christmas Gifts of Glamour to give children who might not normally have these opportunities a day centered around confidence and feeling special. Children were treated to hair and makeup, given the opportunity to walk their own runway and participate in a stage production, received Christmas gifts, and were gifted dresses and jackets from my previous Charlie Designs collection.

 

I also designed a special gown for the founder of the first special-needs pageant in San Diego and donated my time, resources, and support to help make that first event possible. What began as one pageant has since expanded into other states. Being able to support something designed to celebrate individuals with special needs and help them feel confident, recognized, and included is something I will always be proud of.

Giving back doesn't always require a runway or a major event. I enjoy spending time with seniors, veterans, children, families, and others who may simply need someone to remind them that they matter and that they are special.

 

I created the annual Christmas in July event as another way to give back to the Los Angeles community, bringing people together around generosity, kindness, and service.

 

I have also helped celebrate the people who are often behind everyone else's success—their parents. Through National Parents' Day in Santa Clarita, we recognize outstanding parents from our community and throughout California and celebrate the love, sacrifices, encouragement, and leadership they provide to their families.

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My work has also grown internationally. In 2026, I am producing my first international fashion event, Threads of Unity Gala & Awards in the United Kingdom. The event brings together fashion, entertainment, awards, and charitable purpose while celebrating international fashion, unity, and peace. I am also involved with the Kids National Social Media Awards, helping create a platform where young creators, performers, entrepreneurs, and positive voices can be recognized for their accomplishments and impact.

 

Along the way, I have been honored to receive awards and recognition for community service, entrepreneurship, innovation, and interviewing, including Miss Entrepreneur, Innovator, and Best Interview awards. I have also received special recognition from the 49th District of California, the City of Los Angeles, and the City of Santa Clarita for my vision, dedication, leadership, and community involvement.

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I am also proud that my accomplishments aren't limited to fashion and community service. I work hard in school, am a year ahead academically, and have earned membership in the National Honor Society. I believe education, creativity, leadership, and service can all work together to make a difference.

From designing my first creations at six years old to becoming a young designer, nonprofit founder, event producer, host, actor, and advocate, I have learned that age doesn't determine how much of an impact you can make.

Fashion gave me a way to express myself, but helping others gave that creativity a purpose.

 

There are many accomplishments I am proud of, including many that aren't listed here, but I don't look at an award or recognition as the finish line. I see it as encouragement to keep going, dream bigger, help more people, and create even more opportunities for others.

I will always reach for my goals—and when I get there, I will reach for more.

Changing the world one dress, one act of kindness, and one dream at a time.