Blake Red Elk, Executive Director

Blake Red Elk

Blake was born, raised, and educated in southwestern Oklahoma. A graduate of Cameron University, he went on to a nearly twenty-year career in student and leadership development while earning a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership & Policy at Portland State University along the way. He first volunteered with the Miss America Opportunity in 2007 and hasn’t looked back since. He was named the 2025 Miss Texas Local Director of the Year and has served on state panels for Miss Texas’ Teen and Miss Nebraska.

 

Brandy Johns

Brandy Johns

Brandy has served on the DPC board since 2015 and enjoys helping the candidates prepare for all phases of competition. A former competitor and dancer, she loves supporting the young ladies' pursuit of their best selves, helping them earn valuable scholarships along the way. She currently works in the aesthetic medical laser industry and enjoys spending time with her husband and their family.

 

Christopher Long

Christopher Long

Originally from Arkansas, Christopher has been active with Miss America Opportunity for more than 25 years and has been a member of the DPC board since 2008. He has worked in the healthcare industry for 30 years, most recently as VP of Marketing with skilled nursing, memory care and assisted living communities in Texas and Oklahoma. Christopher has a Bachelor of Science degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics from UT Southwestern Allied Health School in Dallas, Texas.

 

Adaline Bebo

Adaline Bebo

Adaline is a 2019 graduate of Baylor University where she majored in Honors Neuroscience. While there, she served as captain of the Golden Girl Feature Twirlers for 4 years, reigned as College Miss Majorette of America, Collegiate Downfield National Champion, and twirled in four bowl games. She competed in the Miss Texas competition three times—twice representing the Dallas Park Cities Org—and placing as high as 1st Runner Up. Adaline launched an online twirling coaching platform in 2020 and a YouTube tutorial series with a merchandise line and a membership program quickly followig. She now serves as a Director of Strategic Partnerships where she works closely with nonprofit organizations to elevate member engagement and revenue growth. She resides in Dallas with her husband and son.