Tara Hooper

It hasn't been easy and it took me years to be the confident person you see today.  I grew up being teased, "bubble butt and thunder thighs", having a mustache and a uni-brow! I definitely felt like the proverbial ugly duckling, and even now  when I look in the mirror I have to fight to NOT hear those negative words.

After working to have positive self image, self worth and confidence I must admit - I’m a high-heel shoe advocate who has a smidge of diva in her … and I wouldn’t have it any other way!  Looking back, despite my insecurities, my story has always been sprinkled with style. From my roots in hair and makeup artistry to competing in the pageant world for three decades, I’ve surrounded myself with style and image for as long as I can remember. It was these tools that helped me transform my confidence.

 I’ve worn crowns for Mrs. Alabama U.S., Mrs. USA Petite, and now proudly Mrs. Texas USA Ambassador 2022. These experiences have made me the master of stage presence and communication. I came to realize that along with appearance, those were the golden nuggets of a confident image. When those three elements were mastered, success would be inevitable. I had already trained with the best in image consulting, personal styling and professional development at the world-renowned London Image Institute.

Beyond image consulting, I became certified in strategic communications from UT Austin and  corporate consultancy through Illustra Business School. Over the years, this business owner and entrepreneur slash pageant queen image diva developed the knowledge, training and grit to coach clients on making powerful connections and developing a clear and powerful personal brand. It is my passion to help clients create a style they love, be an effective communicator and gush confidence in a rock solid image.

On a personal note, I believe in self-care, personal growth and FUN! I love tennis, travel and pageantry. Giving back is important to me, so I created an initiative "Success Through Self - Confidence" where I offer coaching, mentoring and workshops to help socioeconomically disadvantaged girls/women gain the tools and skills of confidence and positive self image. I also will be re-launching my video series the C. R. O. W. N. effect where I showcase women's empowering stories of triumph over adversity.

I'm a San Diego native living in North Dallas where I proudly hold the titles of wife, mom and transformation queen.
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Additional Info:
Tara Hooper is a communication consultant, stylist, and brand image strategist working with individuals, companies, and corporations to create dynamic teams with the power to communicate beyond boundaries or barriers for enhanced productivity, profitability, and presence. Image is a powerful communication tool and she empowers individuals to identify their unique Signature Style Code © in order to exude a confident executive presence both in person and online.
Tara's consulting  genius is trusted by global brands such as Toyota Financial Services, Liberty Mutual and even Louis Vuitton!

She uses her over 20 years of experience in leadership, communication, and stage presence to enhance team dynamics, increase effective leadership, and build strong interpersonal skills so they can leverage more opportunity and success.

She has been featured in publications and media outlets such as Good Morning Texas , CNN, FOX, ESPN and more.