Michelle Prior has been involved in the Miss USA pageant for many years, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the industry. We are delighted to have her as the Director of the San Francisco International Miss Diversity Pageant. Michelle successfully directed our inaugural pageant in 2025, setting a strong foundation for future competitions.

As the Director of Miss Diversity International, she brings a lifelong commitment to pageantry, empowerment, and inclusivity. Her journey includes holding several distinguished titles—Miss Solano County, Royalty Miss, Miss Black Global, and most recently, Mrs. Global California. These accomplishments, along with her experience in the Miss America pageant system, inspired her to create the Miss Urban USA pageant—a platform dedicated to celebrating diversity and elevating women from all walks of life.

Michelle is also a seasoned pageant judge and coach, known for her ability to mentor and inspire emerging talent. Her professional background includes over two decades at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, which provided the foundation for her entrepreneurial ventures. She is the founder of Beyond Image Group and co-founder of the International Glam Institute, based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

With a clear vision for inclusion and leadership development, Michelle remains deeply committed to empowering the next generation of women leaders and changemakers.