Teresa is a lifelong Vinton local and a proud Hotel Roanoke team member. A survivor since her double mastectomy in 2021, Teresa walks the runway to honor the memory of her mother and brother, and to advocate for the next generation, including her own daughters. She is a dedicated supporter of the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation, fueled by a mission to find support and a cure for all those impacted by the Chek 2 mutation and breast cancer.

Michelle is a proud Filipino American and a single mother of two who describes herself as a Breast Cancer Warrior. Following a DCIS diagnosis and a double mastectomy last year, Michelle is joining the fashion show to celebrate her strength and build new self-confidence in her body. An avid cook who loves sharing her culture through food, she is eager to connect with her Pink Sisters, impact her community, and show others that there is vibrant life and beauty after surgery. 

At 39 years old, Kimberly's world shifted with a breast cancer diagnosis in February 2024. What followed was a grueling season of chemotherapy, radiation, and four surgeries at Duke — all while raising two young daughters as a single mother. Throughout it all, she never stopped showing up, fueled by her faith in God and the resilience she discovered within herself. Kimberly walks the runway to prove that you can not only survive but thrive, emerging on the other side stronger than ever, standing as a beacon of hope for anyone still in the thick of their own fight.

A nurse with 20 years of experience, Kristin faced an unexpected journey when she was diagnosed with Stage 3C triple-negative breast cancer just months after a clear mammogram. Supported by her husband and her dedicated #KristinsKrew, she navigated a rigorous treatment plan fueled by her love for her two young children, Maddox and Lennox. Kristin is walking the runway to represent the reality and strength of those facing aggressive cancers, standing as a beautiful reminder that even in the hardest seasons, there is resilience, purpose, and hope.  

At 33 years old, Lindsay is a proud mom to a two-year-old and is celebrating 15 months of being cancer-free. She is stepping onto the runway this year to push herself out of her comfort zone and embrace new challenges. By sharing her journey, Lindsay hopes to build meaningful connections with others who have walked similar paths, proving that there is a vibrant community of support and strength waiting on the other side of a diagnosis.  

Diagnosed with Triple Positive Breast Cancer in 2022 with zero family history, Kelly faced her journey with fierce determination for the sake of her two young sons. After a rigorous two-year path involving five surgeries and over a year of treatment, she is here to prove there is a vibrant life after cancer. Kelly proudly embraces her scars and her "better-than-the-original" belly button as symbols of her strength. She walks the runway to share a laugh, celebrate her successful reconstruction, and show the community the beauty of a warrior’s resilience.