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Rachel Slawson    

1st Openly LGBTQ+ Miss USA Delegate & TED Speaker; Advocate for Women's Empowerment, Mental Health & Equality

Rachel Slawson is a dynamic marketing professional and multi-talented creative with expertise in marketing strategy, brand development, and social media management. Her passion for storytelling, combined with her marketing savvy, has made her a sought-after expert in the entertainment industry. Additionally, Slawson is a TED Speaker who made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ Miss USA Contestant.

On the frontlines in her community, Slawson has helped advocate on behalf of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and spoke at the Utah State Capitol to help Utah become the 19th state to ban conversion therapy. She has used her publicity, fame, and public speaking to support Encircle, a safe house in Utah for LGBTQ+ teens, LOVELOUD, an LGBTQ+ festival led by Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds, and helped raise 1 million dollars for ONE-N-TEN preventing LGBTQ+ youth homelessness, which Slawson also personally has overcome.

As an SAG actress, writer, and producer, Slawson brings a unique perspective to her marketing work. Her experience in the entertainment industry has taught her how to craft compelling narratives, build emotional connections with audiences, and leverage the power of digital media to create buzz and engagement. With her sharp eye for design and creative flair, Slawson knows how to create visual branding that resonates with audiences and captures a brand's essence. Whether she's working on a marketing campaign for a major brand or developing her own creative projects, Slawson brings a blend of strategic thinking and artistic vision that sets her apart.

Speech Topics


Coming Out:

  • LGBTQ+ Equality
  • Human Rights

I Am Why:

  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Overcoming Homelessness
  • Suicide Prevention

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