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INTERNATIONAL FINALS WELCOME PACKETJuly 24th-27th, 2025New Brunswick, New JerseyAWARDING OVER $250,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES

Message Welcome Contestants & Guests,We are so excited to welcome you to the International Finals! Just stepping on stage at thislevel is a major achievement, and we are so proud of each and every one of you.Please take a moment to review your Welcome Packet, which includes...Weekend Event Information & ScheduleContestant Schedule by Age DivisionDaily ScheduleEvent Location GuideEvent MapHow Red Carpet Check In Works Backstage Rules & GuidelinesAt ECUSA, we are committed to maintaining a positive, respectful, and well-organizedenvironment. We have a zero tolerance policy for unsportsmanlike behavior. Pleaseremember—competition should never come at the expense of kindness and integrity. Let’slift each other up and make this event one to remember for all the right reasons. Let’s create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.Important Guidelines for the Weekend:At no time should anyone walk in front of the media pit or judges’ tables. Please respectthese working areas and remain behind the ropes and stanchions at all times.Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult ages 18+ at all times. Please respect our host hotel and all guests. Professional photo or video equipment is not allowed at any time. Large wagons are not permitted in the ballrooms. We kindly ask that you planaccordingly to avoid congestion and ensure a smooth flow of traffic.If you see our judges, a friendly wave is welcome—but please do not engage inconversation or request photos.Photos with our International Directors, Vanessa Wynn & Elizabeth Percy, are welcome!However, personal requests should be avoided and directed to a TEAM ECUSA member,who will be happy to assist through the proper channels.All TEAM ECUSA staff will be wearing official lanyards—please don’t hesitate to approachthem with any questions or concerns.Thank you for being part of this incredible event! Warmly,Vincent MartiniDirector of Events & Production

Weekend Information Guide2025 International FinalsSchedule and Event InformationEvent Check-in & Red CarpetContestant should arrive anytime during their scheduled time Red Carpet ready. Contestants with siblings competing, please arrive during the registration time slot of the youngest contestant.Thursday, July 24th | 10:30-11:30 AM Arrival Thursday, July 24th | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM ArrivalContestant Ages 0-5 Years Contestant Ages 6-11 YearsRegency Ballroom Atrium Regency Ballroom AtriumThursday, July 24th | 1:00-2:00 PM ArrivalContestant Ages 12+ YearsRegency Ballroom AtriumAdditional CompetitionsTop Talent Showdown | Mainstage Star Search Jr. | Conference HIJ3-11 Top Talent | Thursday, July 24th | 7:00 PM Babies & Toddlers Session | Thursday, July 24th12+ Top Talent | Friday, July 25th | 8:30 PM Individual times will be providedFamily Competitions | Mainstage Star Search - Live! | Brunswick Ballroom Check-inMother Daugher | Saturday, July 26th | 1:00 PM Thursday, July 24thFather Daugher | Saturday, July 26th | 2:00 PM 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Ages 6-93:00–5:00 PM | Ages 10-134:00–6:00 PM | Ages 14+Contestant CelebrationsPink PJ Party | Saturday, July 26 Contestant Banquet | Saturday, July 26thBrunswick BallroomMust present your banquet ticket for admission.10:00 AM | Ages 17+ Location assigned via ticket12:00 PM | Ages 8-16 5:00-6:00 PM3:00 PM | Ages 0-7Reigning Royalty Autograph Session | Saturday, July 26th Gala Dessert Party | Saturday, July 26thAtrium Regency Ballroom1:30-2:30 PM | Meet our Reigning Royalty 6:15-9:00 PM | All Contestants and Ticketed GuestsCrowning Ceremonies, Sunday, July 27thContestants who have earned a Supreme Title will be announced at the beginning of their age bracket & will advance to the Supreme Show. All newly crowned 2025 Royalty will walk in the 2025 Royalty Parade kicking off the Supreme Show at 5:00 PM!Contestants must wear their FORMAL WEAR COMPETITION attire to the Crowning Ceremony.10:00 AM | 0-5 Crowning 12:00 PM | 6-11 Crowning 2:00 PM | 12+ Crowning5:00 PM | Supreme Crowning CeremonyRoyalty portraits in Salon CD: 11:30 AM for Royalty Ages 0-5; 1:30 PM for Royalty Ages 6-11; 3:30 PM for Royalty Ages 12+; 7:30 PM for Supreme Royalty. Mandatory Top 7 Information session at 8:00 PM in the Executive Boardroom. Monetary awards will be provided following the Supreme Show. You must stay to collect your award. Score sheets will be emailed. Optional media day photoshoot on Monday, July 28, 2025 for newly crowned royalty.

Contestant SchedulesEast Coast USA International FinalsEvent Check-in & Red CarpetContestant should arrive anytime during their scheduled time Red Carpet ready. Contestants with siblings competing, please arrive during the registration time slot of the youngest contestant.Thursday, July 24th | 10:30-11:30 AM Arrival Thursday, July 24th | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM ArrivalContestant Ages 0-5 Years Contestant Ages 6-11 YearsRegency Ballroom Atrium Regency Ballroom AtriumThursday, July 24th | 1:00-2:00 PM ArrivalContestant Ages 12+ YearsRegency Ballroom AtriumWee Baby Miss 0-12 Baby Miss 13-23Competition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 8:00 AM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 8:10 AMFriday Runway Optional Stage 9:00 AM Friday Runway Optional Stage 9:10 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 11:10 AM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 11:20 AMSaturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 8:00 AM Saturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 8:10 AMSaturday Patriotic Mainstage 11:20 AM Saturday Patriotic Mainstage 11:30 AMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PMTiny Toddler Miss 2y Wee Toddler Miss 3yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 8:35 AM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 9:00 AMFriday Runway Optional Stage 10:00 AM Friday Runway Optional Stage 10:20 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 11:40 AM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 12:00 PMSaturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 8:35 AM Saturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 9:00 AMSaturday Patriotic Mainstage 11:50 AM Saturday Patriotic Mainstage 12:10 PMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PMToddler Miss 4y Tiny Miss 5yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 9:25 AM Friday Runway Optional Stage 8:30 AMFriday Runway Optional Stage 10:45 AM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 9:55 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 12:20 PM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 12:45 PMSaturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 9:25 AM Saturday Patriotic Mainstage 9:30 AMSaturday Patriotic Mainstage 12:30 PM Saturday Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 10:55 AMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PMJr. Mini Miss 6y Mini Miss 7yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 8:30 AM Friday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 8:30 AMFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 10:45 AM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 11:10 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 1:10 PM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 1:30 PMFriday Runway Optional Stage 4:45 PM Friday Runway Optional Stage 5:05 PMSaturday Patriotic Mainstage 9:55 AM Saturday Patriotic Mainstage 10:15 AMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 3:00 PM

Contestant SchedulesJr. Little Miss 8y Little Miss 9yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 11:35 AM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 12:05 PMFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 1:15 PM Friday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 1:15 PMFriday Runway Optional Stage 4:00 PM Friday Runway Optional Stage 4:25 PMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 5:25 PM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 5:50 PMSaturday Patriotic Mainstage 10:35 AM Saturday Patriotic Mainstage 11:00 AMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 12:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 12:00 PMPre-Teen 10-11y Jr. Miss 12-13yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeThursday Runway Optional Stage 6:00 PM Thursday Runway Optional Stage 6:25 PMFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 1:00 PM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 1:30 PMFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 3:00 PM Friday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 3:30 PMFriday Patriotic Mainstage 7:05 PM Friday Patriotic Mainstage 7:30 PMSaturday Fitness Optional Stage 8:30 AM Saturday Fitness Optional Stage 8:55 AMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 12:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 12:00 PMYoung Miss 14-16y Teen Miss 17-19yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeThursday Runway Optional Stage 6:50 PM Thursday Runway Optional Stage 7:20 PMFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 11:15 AM Friday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 11:15 AMFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 2:00 PM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 2:40 PMFriday Patriotic Mainstage 5:00 PM Friday Patriotic Mainstage 5:30 PMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 6:30 PM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 7:00 PMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 12:00 PM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 10:00 AMMiss 20-29y Ms. 30-39yCompetition Day Event Location Start Time Competition Day Event Location Start TimeThursday Runway Optional Stage 7:50 PM Thursday Runway Optional Stage 8:15 PMFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 9:45 AM Friday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 9:45 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 1:50 PM Friday Fitness Optional Stage 2:15 PMFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 3:20 PM Friday Formal Wear Mainstage 3:50 PMFriday Patriotic Mainstage 6:00 PM Friday Patriotic Mainstage 6:25 PMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 10:00 AM Saturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 10:00 AMMs. Woman 40y +Competition Day Event Location Start TimeThursday Runway Optional Stage 8:35 PMFriday Spokes Model / Interview 2nd Floor Conf. 9:45 AMFriday Fitness Optional Stage 2:35 PMFriday Formal Wear Mainstage 4:15 PMFriday Patriotic Mainstage 6:45 PMSaturday Pink PJ Party Brunswick Ballroom 10:00 AM

Check-In ProcessGet ready to shine—it's Red Carpet time! Please refer to the event schedule to find yourcontestant’s designated Red Carpet Check-In Time.Red Carpet Attire:Contestants should arrive dressed in a formal cocktail dress or red carpet-worthy outfit. Don’tforget your qualifying crown and sash—this is your moment to make a statement!Where to Go:Check-in takes place in the long glass-walled hallway to the right as you enter the HyattRegency. You can’t miss it—just follow the signs and event staff for guidance.Step-by-Step Check-In:Initial Check-In:Contestants will begin at the media line, where one guest may accompany them.Here, you’ll receive:Your contestant numberA gifting suite bagTwo banquet tickets (for those registered with the Supreme Package)Red Carpet Experience:Next, head to the media pit line. This is where the fun begins!Contestants will walk the red carpet as paparazzi call their names and professionalphotographers capture the moment.After the photo walk, contestants may choose to participate in a non-judged,professionally filmed red carpet interview—a great keepsake and confidence booster!Gifting Suites:From there, it’s on to the gifting suites, where contestants will receive tons of brandedmerchandise and exclusive gifts.Media Package Opportunities:After the suites, visit our media booth to purchase exclusive stage photos, videos, andlivestream packages, all powered by our brand-new, top-of-the-line partner: SameDay Productions.You'll get access to your media content faster than ever before!Bonus Fun:Friends and family are welcome to watch and cheer from behind the media pit as contestantstake their walk down the red carpet—it’s a moment worth celebrating!

Thursday, July 24East Coast USA International FinalsThursday, July 24, 2025Event Check InPrimary Location: Atrium10:00–10:30 AM Royalty Red Carpet 11:45 AM–12:45 PM 6–11 Red Carpet10:30–11:30 AM 0–5 Red Carpet 1:00–2:00 PM 12+ Red CarpetStar Search: LIVE!Locations: Conference HIJ; Conference BC; Brunswick Ballroom; Regency BallroomBabies & Toddlers Session Parent WorkshopConf. HIJ Conf. BC12:00 - 2:00 PM Individual contestant times tba 2:00 - 3:00 PMHeadshot Sessions The WorkshopBrunswick Ballroom Regency Ballroom2:00 - 3:00 PM 6-9 Year Old Photos 3:00–4:00 PM 6-9 Year Old Workshop & Scenes3:00–4:00 PM 10–13 Year Old Photos 4:00–5:00 PM 10–13 Year Old Workshop & Scenes4:00–5:00 PM 14+ Year Old Photos 5:00-6:00 PM 14+ Year Old Workshop & ScenesTop Talent CompetitionLocation: Regency Ballroom7:00 PM Contestant Ages 0-11Event CompetionLocations: Brunswick BallroomRunway CompetitionPre-Teen 10-11y 6:00 PM Miss 20-29y 7:50 PMJr. Miss 12-13y 6:25 PM Ms. 30-39y 8:15 PMYoung Miss 14-16y 6:50 PM Ms. Woman 40y + 8:35 PMTeen Miss 17-19y 7:20 PM End of Runway 8:55 PM

Friday, July 25East Coast USA International FinalsFriday, July 25, 2025Mainstage Event CompetionLocation: Regency BallroomFormal Wear CompetitionWee Baby Miss 0-12 8:00 AM Break 12:35 PMBaby Miss 13-23 8:10 AM Pre-Teen 10-11y 1:00 PMTiny Toddler Miss 2y 8:35 AM Jr. Miss 12-13y 1:30 PMWee Toddler Miss 3y 9:00 AM Young Miss 14-16y 2:00 PMToddler Miss 4y 9:25 AM Teen Miss 17-19y 2:40 PMTiny Miss 5y 9:55 AM Miss 20-29y 3:20 PMJr. Mini Miss 6y 10:45 AM Ms. 30-39y 3:50 PMMini Miss 7y 11:10 AM Ms. Woman 40y + 4:15 PMJr. Little Miss 8y 11:35 AM End Formal Wear 4:40 PMLittle Miss 9y 12:05 PMPatriotic CompetitionYoung Miss 14-16y 5:00 PM Ms. Woman 40y + 6:45 PMTeen Miss 17-19y 5:30 PM Pre-Teen 10-11y 7:05 PMMiss 20-29y 6:00 PM Jr. Miss 12-13y 7:30 PMMs. 30-39y 6:25 PM End Patriotic 7:55 PMTop Talent CompetitionLocation: Regency Ballroom8:30 PM Contestant Ages 12+

Friday, July 25Spokesmodel and Interview CompetitionLocation: Conference B&CJr. Mini Miss 6y 8:30 AM Break 12:45 PMMini Miss 7y 8:30 AM Jr. Little Miss 8y 1:15 PMMs. Woman 40y + 9:45 AM Little Miss 9y 1:15 PMMs. 30-39y 9:45 AM Pre-Teen 10-11y 3:00 PMMiss 20-29y 9:45 AM Jr. Miss 12-13y 3:30 PMYoung Miss 14-16y 11:15 AM End Spokes/Int. 5:30 PMTeen Miss 17-19y 11:15 AMOptional Stage Event CompetionLocation: Brunswick BallroomRunway Competition Runway CompetitionTiny Miss 5y 8:30 AM Jr. Little Miss 8y 4:00 PMWee Baby Miss 0-12 9:00 AM Little Miss 9y 4:25 PMBaby Miss 13-23 9:10 AM Jr. Mini Miss 6y 4:45 PMTiny Toddler Miss 2y 10:00 AM Mini Miss 7y 5:05 PMWee Toddler Miss 3y 10:20 AM End of Runway, Switch to Fitness 5:25 PMToddler Miss 4y 10:45 AMEnd Runway, Switch to Fitness 11:10 AMFitness Competition Fitness CompetitionWee Baby Miss 0-12 11:10 AM Jr. Little Miss 8y 5:25 PMBaby Miss 13-23 11:20 AM Little Miss 9y 5:50 PMTiny Toddler Miss 2y 11:40 AM Young Miss 14-16y 6:30 PMWee Toddler Miss 3y 12:00 PM Teen Miss 17-19y 7:00 PMToddler Miss 4y 12:20 PM End Fitness 7:30 PMTiny Miss 5y 12:45 PMJr. Mini Miss 6y 1:10 PMMini Miss 7y 1:30 PMMiss 20-29y 1:50 PMMs. 30-39y 2:15 PMMs. Woman 40y + 2:35 PMEnd Fitness, Switch to Runway 2:55 PM

Saturday, July 26East Coast USA International FinalsSaturday, July 26, 2025Mainstage Event CompetionLocation: Regency BallroomPatriotic Wee Baby Miss 0-12 11:20 AMTiny Miss 5y 9:30 AM Baby Miss 13-23 11:30 AMJr. Mini Miss 6y 9:55 AM Tiny Toddler Miss 2y 11:50 AMMini Miss 7y 10:15 AM Wee Toddler Miss 3y 12:10 PMJr. Little Miss 8y 10:35 AM Toddler Miss 4y 12:30 PMLittle Miss 9y 11:00 AM End of Patriotic 12:55 PMFamily Event CompetionLocation: Regency Ballroom1:00 PM Mother Daughter / Father Daughter CompetitionsInterview CompetitionLocation: Conference D&EInterview Wee Toddler Miss 3y 9:00 AMWee Baby Miss 0-12 8:00 AM Toddler Miss 4y 9:25 AMBaby Miss 13-23 8:10 AM Tiny Miss 5y 10:55 AMTiny Toddler Miss 2y 8:35 AM End of Interview 11:25 AMOptional Stage Event CompetionLocation: Brunswick BallroomFitnessPre-Teen 10-11y 8:30 AMJr. Miss 12-13y 8:55 AMEnd Fitness 9:20 AM

Saturday, July 26Contestant Pink PJ PartiesLocation: Brunswick Ballroom10:00 AM Ages 17+12:00 PM Ages 8-163:00 PM Ages 0-7Dinner and GalaLocations: Atrium, Brunswick Ballroom, Regency Ballroom5:00 PM Dinner - Group A; Atrium5:00 PM Dinner - Group B; Brunswick Ballroom5:00 PM Dinner - Group C; Regency Ballroom6:15 PM Gala and Dessert Party; Regency Ballroom

Backstage Rules & GuidelinesTo ensure a smooth, respectful, and safe experience for everyone involved, please carefullyreview and follow the backstage protocols below:Arrival & Check-InArrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled time for backstage check-in.Mainstage check-in takes place in the Garden State Prefunction Backstage Hallway.Important: There is no access backstage from the Regency Ballroom. Attempting toenter through the curtains will result in being turned away.Optional Stage check-in is through the Garden State Ballroom, on the host side of thestage through the curtains.Makeup Checks (Ages 0–9)Contestants ages 0–9 will receive a quick makeup check, including a Q-tip swab on thecheek and forehead and a check for eye makeup.Contestants not in compliance with makeup protocols will not be allowed to perform.Guardian AccessGuardians are not permitted backstage for contestants ages 6 and up.Guardians may wait in the pre-function area or retrieve their contestant after stagetime.No guardians are allowed in the Spokesmodel or Interview rooms.A live stream of the Spokesmodel competition will be available in the designatedparent holding room.Behavior & ConductSportsmanship is required. Cheer for all contestants and show support throughout theevent.No recording or photography is allowed backstage.Please keep hair, makeup, and dressing areas clean and food-free. Dispose of trashproperly.Respect Staff & Volunteers - Follow all instructions from ECUSA staff and volunteers.Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.Use Designated Changing Areas - No public changing. Use assigned dressing rooms orchanging spaces.Maintain Quiet in Transition Zones -Keep voices low near interview rooms or backstageholding areas. Do Not Cross Restricted AreasAt no time should any guest walk in front of the media pit or judges’ tables. Please stayoutside of ropes and stanchions at all times. No Large Wagons AllowedLarge wagons are not permitted in any ballroom areas. Please plan accordingly.

2025 International Finals Important Locations Red Carpet Check-in | Atrium Maintstage | Regency Ballroom Optional Stage | Brunswick Ballroom Interview and Spokesmodel Check-in Room | Conf. Room BC (2nd Floor) Star Search - Live! Check-in | Brunswick Ballroom Guardian Holding Room | Conference Room A Dressing Room (Girls and Women Only) | Salon A & B (2nd Floor) Family Dressing Room | Garden State A Hair and Makeup | Garden State B & C (No Changing Allowed) Pink PJ Parties | Brunswick Ballroom Banquet Dinner I | Atrium Banquet Dinner II | Brunswick Ballroom Banquet Dinner III | Regency Ballroom Gala Party | Regency Ballroom Snapped by AZ Photography | Conf. Room H (2nd Floor) Looking Glass Photography | Conf. Room I (2nd Floor) Michael Redd Photography | Conf. Room J (2nd Floor) Liz MIller Photography | Salon C (2nd Floor)