Testimonials

"Dr. McCracken is the best interview and competition coach. She showed me how to get through Life with a little extra grit and grace! She helped build my confidence and encouraged me to make sure I was in the right mind space! She means the world to me."

Jersey Smith
Miss Pennsylvania's Outstanding Teen 2022;
Top 8, Teens in Action, Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2022;
2nd Runner Up, Teens in Action, MAOT 2022

 
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Jersey Standing in red with crown and sash

"We watched Helen transition a 15 year old girl who was hesitant to willingly discuss her diagnosis of Alopecia Areata into an outspoken young lady who not only can speak openly telling her story of Alopecia Areata, but has also become vocal leader and legislative mentor on a national level for the Alopecia Community. Jersey happily speaks to any size forum with confidence and conviction, with or without notice, because of the fundamentals Helen instilled in her that are required for successful public speaking. Helen is a master at her craft, and we are grateful for everything she has done for Jersey! Greatest of all, what she has done for Jersey is second to what she means to Jersey! Thank you, Helen!"

 
Daniel and Joey Lynn Smith
Parents of Miss Pennsylvania's Outstanding teen 2022;
Top 8. Teens in Action, Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2022;
2nd RU, Teens in Action, MAOT 2022

Dr. Helen McCracken’s expertise in communication & public speaking is simply unparalleled. She provided me with tremendously strategic insight, inspiring me to dig deep in pursuit of becoming the best thinker, leader, & public speaker I could be. Dr. McCracken’s invaluable lessons prepared me for some of the most prestigious speaking opportunities in my life, including presenting a keynote speech at the Elite Global Leaders Conference in London, U.K. She is far more than a coach, as she demonstrates true empowerment of women through guidance that helps them realize & meet their full potential – whether that’s on a stage, in a career, or in life. Working with Dr. McCracken will undoubtedly boost your confidence, expand your skills, & guarantee excellence in your future endeavors!

 
Meghan E. Sinisi
Miss Pennsylvania 2021 M.H.S., C.F. - SLP
University of Missouri 2021
Syracuse University 2017
Meghan Sinisi
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"Thank you, Helen. The best mentor."

 
Jaylen Baron
Miss Pennsylvania's Outstanding Teen 2021
Interview Winner at Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2021; 
Top 10 at Miss America's Outstanding Teen; 
Top 8 Teens in Action at Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2021
"Thank you for all of your time with Jaylen. You truly inspired her. She aspires to
be elite in all she does, and you have pushed her out of her comfort zone. She has
grown tremendously because of your time and effort. I am so so proud of her.
Thank you!"
 
John Baron
Father of Jaylen Baron 
Miss Pennsylvania's Outstanding Teen 2021
Interview Winner at Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2021; 
Top 10 at Miss America's Outstanding Teen; 
Top 8 Teens in Action at Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2021
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Rosie Westerbeck - Jovani It Girl - headshot
“PAGEANT FRIENDS: If you are looking to improve your competitiveness in your next pageant, Helen is the way to go. Her mentorship doesn't stop at pageants... Everything I have learned from Helen in the pageant-world has also helped me in job interviews, scholarship applications, Red Wagon Campaign development (my nonprofit), and business development. Helen helped me with my resume, cover letter, platform statement, social impact initiative pitch, and stage-presence. I’ve known Helen for about a decade, and she helped me grow into a strong, independent, brilliant, and refined young woman. She has a way of bringing out the very best in each individual,  without changing WHO they truly are on the inside. Helen has served as a reference and has written letters of recommendation that helped me get into college and land dream jobs. Helen helps clients WIN in pageants and life.”
 
Rosie Westerbeck
 
Jovani It Girl Cycle 12 Finalist 2022; 
Top 10 Miss Ohio (America) 2019; 
Miss Ohio Women in Business Scholarship Award Winner; 
Miss Ohio's Outstanding Teen 2014 - Overall Interview and Talent Winner
 
*NOTE:  Rosie and I started ideas and a vision for her platform/social impact initiative - which became a non-profit - in her teen years. She continues it to this day! For more information, please check out www.redwagoncampaign.com
"I love you, Helen! You always are so good to me. You have taught me so much. Your
support and help mean everything to me!"
 
Elizabeth Moots
 
Missouri's Distinguished Young Woman 2022;
2nd Runner Up, Miss Missouri Teen Volunteer 2022 and Interview Winner; 
Miss Missouri's Outstanding Teen 2021, Top 10,Teens in Action Award Winner, Cindy
Baker Community Service Award Winner, Top Interview Winner, Evening Gown and
On-Stage Question and Overall Fitness in the Crown Group
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Pageant Master 1
"Elizabeth will never leave an interview in any arena of her life, without thinking of
you and your lessons."
 
Stacy Moots
 
Mother of Elizabeth Moots,
Missouri's Distinguished Young Woman 2022;
2nd Runner Up, Miss Missouri Teen Volunteer 2022 and Interview Winner; 
Miss Missouri's Outstanding Teen 2021, Top 10,Teens in Action Award Winner, Cindy
Baker Community Service Award Winner, Top Interview Winner, Evening Gown and
On-Stage Question and Overall Fitness in the Crown Group

“Dr. McCracken is the best! She leads her coaching with compassion and intelligence. I truly feel like she cares about me as a person, both inside and outside the pageant arena. Her coaching methods truly pay off and I’m so grateful for her support and knowledge.” 

Annie Mowery

Miss Virginia Volunteer 2023
 
Pageant Master 3