Renowned Washington Lobbyist Marty Irby to Judge Ms. World Beauty Pageant
August 06 2024 - 2:31PM
Today, it was announced the Ms. World Beauty Pageant has
selected Washington, D.C. lobbyist, Marty Irby, to serve as one of
its judges to determine its next queen at the annual
event held at Caesar’s Palace August 21-24. The competition focuses
on inner beauty and challenging conventional beauty standards
around the globe.
Contests such as Ms. World 2024 seek to empower women and
redefine beauty standards, promoting values such as confidence,
self-expression, and international connections. This progressive
pageant, which celebrates the accomplishments and skills of women
of all ages and backgrounds, is set to have a huge effect on the
fashion and beauty industries. Ms. World 2024 is shaping the future
of the industry and inspiring women to embrace their unique beauty
and potential.
"I am deeply honored to have been selected as one of this year's
judges for the Ms. World Pageant," said Marty Irby, president
and CEO at Capitol South, LLC, and Competitive Markets
Action. "This competition gives young women the chance to
achieve their highest potential. The Ms. World contestants have the
chance to share their talents and causes that are important to them
and I am tremendously grateful for the opportunity to be a part of
their experience, and this world-class event."
“The Ms. World Pageant is a celebration of diversity and
strength, showcasing the incredible journeys of women from around
the world. I am thrilled to be part of an event that empowers and
inspires women to embrace their true selves and make a positive
impact in their communities," said Melisa Gunn, CEO of Ms.
World, Inc.
Irby, a native of Mobile, Alabama and resident of Washington,
D.C., who was named One of The Hill’s Top Lobbyists for 2019, 2020,
2021, and 2023, is a former 8-time world and world grand champion
equestrian who has also judged world class equine events in the
U.S. and Europe. He was honored by the late Her Majesty Queen
Elizabeth II in 2020 for his work to protect American equines with
the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA), Prevent All Soring
Tactics (PAST) Act, and legislation that would end the slaughter of
American equines for human consumption. Irby was also recognized in
2019 on national television in the Oval Office by former President
Donald J. Trump, at the signing of the Preventing Animal Cruelty
and Torture (PACT) Act he helped usher to enactment, the first ever
animal cruelty statute enacted in American history.
The Ms. World Pageant takes place in Las Vegas, Nev., from
August 21st to 24th at the Caesar’s Palace Hotel. Tickets are
available on their website msworldusa.com.
For more information about Marty Irby and his initiatives,
please visit www.MartyIrby.com.
About Marty Irby: Marty Irby is the founder and CEO of
Capitol South, LLC, a Washington D.C. based lobbying and political
relations firm. He is also a Director and board Secretary at
the Organization for Competitive Markets in Lincoln, Nebraska,
President of Competitive Markets Action in Washington, D.C.,
Senior Advisor at the Animal Wellness Foundation in Los Angeles,
California, a board Director at A City Without Orphans, and serves
on the campaign Steering Committee for both Congresswoman Nancy
Mace, R-SC-01, and Congressman Buddy Carter, R-GA-01 as well
as the Leadership Council for U.S. Senator Katie Britt,
R-AL.
About Ms. World:Ms World, founded by Melisa Gun, is a beauty
pageant that transcends traditional beauty standards, focusing on
the broader achievements of women across various sectors. It
includes categories open for different age groups: Miss 18-24 for
the girls who have never been married and don't have children. Ms
24-44 for successful unmarried women with or without children. Mrs
24-44 for married women, while Ms Classic 45+ for bright and
successful women over 45 who have either been married or not.
Danielle Branz
Capitol South LLC
(906) 282-4757
danielle@capitolsouthllc.com