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OUR STORY

With a sparse pageant and fashion industry, Mackynlie Conklin, Miss Permian Basin 2019, and Gladys Ornelas, Miss West Texas 2020, started Model Haus after finishing their reigns as local titleholders in West Texas.

With experience in runway, modeling, pageantry, and public speaking, both Mackynlie and Gladys decided to offer their knowledge as a resource in West Texas, creating industry-specific opportunities for locals to learn and gain experience who may not have the opportunity to outsource.

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Why Choose Us?

  • Local Expertise: We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the West Texas pageantry & modeling scene. Our credentials are unmatched.

  • Proven Success: Our experienced coaches have a track record of helping pageant contestants and models achieve their goals. 

  • Personalized Approach: Every coaching session is customized to your needs and goals.

  • Supportive Community: Join a network of like-minded individuals dedicated to personal growth and success.

MEET THE TEAM

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Mackynlie Conklin:

  • Junior Miss Permian Basin Fair & Expo 2016

  • Miss Permian Basin USA 2019

  • 3x Miss Texas USA Contestant

  • Experienced Runway Model

  • Published Photography Model (West Texas, DFW, Seattle, Portland)

  • Formerly Represented by the Brown Agency

  • MISS TEXAS FOR AMERICA 2026

    • Miss for America - Top 15

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   Gladys Ornelas:  

  • Miss El Paso Teen USA Top 15

  • Miss El Paso Top 5

  • Miss West Texas USA 2020

  • 1x Miss Texas USA Contestant

  • Published Photography Model (West Texas, DFW, Houston, El Paso)

  • Experienced Runway Model

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   Britney Ruiz:  

  • Miss Heart of West Texas 2022

  • 3rd Runner-Up - USOA Miss Texas

  • Miss Midland Latina

  • Photography Model

  • Experienced Runway Model

  • “I see the potential in so many people here. I’d love to see West Texas grow in the modeling and pageantry industry. With Model Haus, our clients can learn the importance of perseverance, discipline, and work ethic as I did.”

    Gladys Ornelas, Co-Owner

  • “Being so far from cities with a direct link to [the modeling and pageantry] industries pushed me to create Model Haus for those who don’t have access to those resources. Instead of referring people to go “somewhere else” I wanted to bring that experience to West Texas. I want people of all ages, sizes, and experience levels to feel valued and empowered in a place where their potential is limitless.”

    Mackynlie Conklin, Co-Owner