Mrs. Atlantic Ocean Globe
In October, I earned the title of World Champion in Eyebrow Shaping & Tinting at the prestigious OMCHairWorld 2024 Championship in Paris. Holding the trophy, I felt not just the thrill of victory but a powerful realization: I did it! Dr. Tracy was right.
Studying at the Feminine Boss Academy with Dr. Tracy
Anyone who has ever started over in a new country knows how challenging it can be. It feels like learning to walk all over again, with every step filled with fear and anxiety. Looking back, I feel incredibly fortunate that after moving to America, I found inspiration in Dr. Tracy and her team.
In the fall of 2024, I trained at the Feminine Boss Academy in Greece, which completely changed my outlook on life and on myself. This wasn’t just education; it was a deep transformation. With every session, I discovered new qualities within myself that had been hidden under layers of self-doubt. I finally realized I could become a woman who embraces and loves herself, independent of others’ opinions. Strong, self-assured, self-reliant.
I used to be someone who constantly relied on others’ opinions, trying to please everyone around me. Instead of following my dream of a career in beauty, which I’d aspired to since childhood, I enrolled in the police academy in Kyiv, just as my mother advised.
Feminine Boss taught me that putting yourself first is the only path to true happiness.
Victory at the Paris Beauty Championship
After completing my studies at Feminine Boss, a series of events unfolded that once seemed impossible.
I was selected to represent America at the OMCHairWorld 2024 Championship, an annual event where teams from over 50 countries gather – talented and ambitious beauty professionals competing on a global stage. The responsibility was overwhelming. Fear, excitement, and joy took hold of me. If not for Feminine Boss Academy’s support, my inner doubts might have won. But I remembered Dr. Tracy’s words: “Choose yourself and your dreams, not fear and doubt.” So, I did.
With my mentor and coach, Liudmyla Krotova, who leads the U.S. Aesthetics team, I joined the American Cosmetology Association team and headed to Paris, representing America in two categories. In Eyebrow Shaping & Tinting, I won first place – a gold medal and the title of World Champion. Despite my nerves, I managed to silence my doubts and focus entirely on my passion. Every bit of experience I’d honed, first with clients in Kyiv and later through rigorous practice in Miami, went into my work. Judges from around the world praised my performance, and this victory became a well-earned reward for years of dedication.
I also took third place, winning a bronze medal in the Smoky Eyes category. Even here, despite inner doubts, I stayed focused and delivered my best. I was genuinely proud of this achievement, knowing it was the result of my long-held dreams.
Stepping onto that stage, I understood that these victories represented my newfound self-belief, something I owe to Dr. Tracy and, of course, my husband, Yaroslav, who supported me every step of the way. Over ten years in the beauty industry, I’ve perfected hundreds of smoky eyes and crafted thousands of eyebrows, reaching high professional standards. But until now, I lacked the confidence and self-worth to truly celebrate it. With their support, my dreams have become reality.
How MR.GLOBE Changed Me: From Princess to Warrior and Queen
Looking back, I see that my transformation began at my first MR.GLOBE competition, where I made it to the top five finalists. That was my first step toward success, one I took with a timid “Princess” spirit. The Feminine Boss Academy training and my win at the OMCHairWorld 2024 Championship revealed my true strength, showing me that inside every Princess, there’s a fierce Warrior.
The moment you truly put yourself first, you tap into a limitless source of strength, allowing you to achieve your deepest dreams. I learned this through Dr. Tracy and am forever grateful to her for helping me feel alive, strong, and genuinely happy.
In spring 2025, I’ll face a new challenge – the MRS. GLOBE pageant in China, representing America with the title of Mrs. Atlantic Ocean. This time, I approach it with calm confidence and a genuine desire to embrace my inner Queen, regardless of the outcome.
Interview by Editor-in-Chief Elena Tribrat
Interview with Valeriia Krepel, Champion beauty industry & Mrs. Atlantic Ocean Globe
Interview date: November 4, 2024
Growing up, I often heard adults say, “Who needs you anyway?” These words echoed every time someone dared to make a change — moving to a new country, pursuing a career, or simply trying to make a better life.
At 30, I found myself in America and, with Dr. Tracy’s support, finally understood: in any country, in any circumstances, I need myself. When you genuinely value and love yourself, you can reach any heights and build a joyful life on your own terms.
I sincerely want every woman to realize that she’s magnificent and that she has everything she needs to be happy. Sometimes it’s hard to believe, and you need someone to help you unlock your inner strength and walk the journey from Princess to Warrior and Queen.
Dr. Tracy and the knowledge she shares at the Feminine Boss Academy helped me. I truly hope every woman can attend her seminars at least once and feel the incredible energy and self-belief that she generously shares with her students.
