Miss Texas USA 2025 Taylor Davis joins the She Wins Podcast to share the powerful story behind her journey to the crown, one built on persistence, faith, and purpose.

After competing multiple times before finally winning the Miss Texas USA title, Taylor proves that "delayed doesn't mean denied." In this conversation, she opens up about the lessons she learned through setbacks, staying confident under pressure, and how pageantry helped shape her leadership and platform.

Taylor is more than a titleholder, she's also a data analyst for the NFL and a passionate advocate for empowering young women to pursue their goals with confidence and resilience.

In this episode, we talk about:
✨ Taylor's journey to becoming Miss Texas USA 2025
✨ Competing multiple times before finally winning the crown
✨ Balancing a career in sports analytics with pageantry
✨ Confidence, faith, and perseverance in competitive environments
✨ Representing Texas on the Miss USA stage

If you've ever faced setbacks while chasing a dream, Taylor's story will remind you that persistence and purpose always win.

🎧 Watch the full interview and be inspired by Taylor's journey.

Heather Sumlin
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Taylor Davis
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Taylor Bio:

Taylor Davis is a self-proclaimed "data analyst by day, pageant queen by night" from Allen, TX. The ultimate football fan, Taylor currently works for the National Football League (NFL) as a Social Media Analyst where she tracks and analyzes data across various platforms to discover key learnings and changes in user behavior. She also leads reporting for influencer & creator content. Taylor is extremely passionate about mentoring young girls and encouraging them to be confident, ambitious, and courageous.

As Miss Dallas USA she created a program called the "Hail Mary" workshop, which is a team-bonding workshop that targets girls sports teams and teaches them about the S.M.A.R.T. goal method while cultivating confidence and a positive self-image. As Miss Texas USA, her plan is to elevate this program to a larger scale and inspire young girls across the state to be courageous and relentless in the pursuit of their dreams.

Outside of work and pageantry, Taylor enjoys making playlists on Apple Music, breaking a sweat in Lagree class, and trying out new recipes from TikTok. Taylor is also a proud graduate of Howard University where she was a campus queen (Miss Howard University 2020-2021) and became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Alpha Chapter.

Join us on the She Wins Podcast as we sit down with Amanda Higginbotham — Miss Texas Volunteer 2026, dedicated community leader, and accomplished airline pilot — for an empowering & uplifting conversation!

In this episode, Amanda shares how she blends her passion for service, leadership, and flight to make an impact both in the skies and in her community. From earning her wings to representing volunteerism at the state level, Amanda's story is one of courage, commitment, and purpose.

🌟 In this episode, you'll hear about:

✈️ What it takes to become an airline pilot

❤️ The power of community service & leadership

👑 Amanda's journey as Miss Texas Volunteer 2026 and why service matters

🚀 Turning dreams into goals — and goals into action

Whether you're chasing your dreams, building confidence, or seeking inspiration to serve others — this conversation will motivate you to fly higher in your own life. 💫

👉 Watch now and be inspired to soar in every area of your life!

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Heather Sumlin

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Amanda Higginbotham

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https://www.instagram.com/misstxvolunteer/

Websites: https://www.reachouttooutreaches.org/

\https://www.misstexasvolunteer.net/

Amanda Bio:

Amanda Higginbotham, a born and raised Texan reigning as Miss Texas Volunteer, has a passport full of stamps and a heart full for service. A summa cum laude graduate with dual degrees in Aeronautical Science and International Studies and language certificates in Chinese and French, Amanda currently works as a DFW-based airline pilot and a part-time model. Also, with almost 5,000 lifetime volunteer service hours, she's the founder of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Reach Out to Outreaches Inc., which has partnered with charities such as American Cancer Society, Civil Air Patrol, Angel Flight South Central, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, MPowered performance troupe, and more.

If she's not landing–or strutting–on a runway, Amanda loves to inspire others through her S.E.R.V.E initiative, The Spark Initiative - Igniting Curiosity to Spark Empowerment. She is a self-described movie critic, sushi eater, chess player, country dancer, and just another coffee lover. With a passion for life and a heart for others, Amanda wants to prove that courage, commitment, and a LOT of caffeine can take you anywhere!

In this episode of She Wins, host Heather Sumlin sits down with Dr. Kate Lund, author of "Stay Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting", for a powerful and thoughtful conversation about parenting, purpose, and the moments that shape who we become.

Dr. Lund opens up about her defining life experiences, what led her to write Stay Away, and the realities of navigating parenthood with intention and courage. Together, we explore the lessons learned through hard seasons, the strength it takes to protect what matters most, and how women can trust their instincts—even when it's uncomfortable.

✨ In this interview, we discuss:

Dr. Kate Lund's journey and defining moments

The heart behind her book Stay Away

Honest conversations around parenting

Growth, boundaries, and finding your voice as a woman

If you're a parent, a leader, or simply someone who loves meaningful conversations about resilience and wisdom, this episode is for you.

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🔗 Connect with Dr. Kate Lund

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_kate_lund/

\Website: https://www.katelundspeaks.com/my-story

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-optimized-mind/id1648306501

Dr. Kate Lund Bio:

Dr. Kate Lund is a clinical psychologist, keynote speaker, published author, and resilience expert dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive within their own unique contexts. With advanced training from three Harvard-affiliated hospitals and decades of experience in clinical practice, Dr. Lund specializes in emotional intelligence, stress resilience, and sustainable well-being for parents, athletes, and high performers.

She is the author of Bounce: Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports, and Life and Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting. Dr. Lund also hosts Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate, a podcast that explores the science and lived experience of resilience through conversations with parents, educators, clinicians, and leaders.

Known for her relatable, evidence-based approach, Dr. Lund blends clinical expertise with personal insight as the mother of twin boys and while working as a volunteer with her dog Wally as part of the animal assisted therapy program at Seattle Children's Hospital. Whether on stage, in session, or on the air, she empowers people to step away from overwhelm and step into clarity, connection, and confidence.