Owners
Lauryn Simpson
“Lauryn Simpson, a proud transgender woman of color from St. Louis, entered the world of pageantry in 2016 as Vivian Onassis, capturing the title of Ms. Turnabout. Passionate about drag as a form of creative and authentic self-expression, Lauryn joined the Cosmopolitan Pageantry System as a promoter in 2024 with a mission to uplift the LGBTQIA+ community and drive the brand toward greater growth and success.”
Mr. & Miss Cosmopolitan – Owner | Promoter
Corey Barnes
“Corey Barnes is the visionary founder of the Cosmopolitan Pageantry System, launched in 2015 to celebrate and elevate both male entertainment and female impersonation. Drawing from 17 years of experience as former titleholder Shanyce Iman Simpson—reigning as Gateway City, Missouri State, and Kansas Black Pride—Corey created a platform rooted in excellence, authenticity, and representation. Outside of pageantry, he brings over 20 years of expertise in real estate and student housing. Known for his no-nonsense honesty and passion for empowering others, Corey’s guiding principle remains: your word is bond—always do the right thing.”
Mr. & Miss Cosmopolitan – Owner | Promoter
Levi Arnold
“Levi Arnold III, based in St. Louis, is in his second year as promoter for the Cosmopolitan Pageantry System. A lifelong pageant enthusiast, Levi comes from a legacy of excellence—son of Shayla Simpson (Miss National Entertainer of the Year 1993), grandson of Desiree DeMornay, and brother of Savion Simpson. With nearly two decades alongside his husband Joseph, Levi is leading a bold rebrand of the Cosmo system, focused on elevating creative expression for both male and female impersonators..”
Mr. & Miss Cosmopolitan – Owner | Promoter
Devon J. Horn – Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance, Owner | Promoter
“DeVon, co-promoter of Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance, has over 20 years of pageant experience alongside longtime friend Chance. Based in Kansas City, they launched Miss KC Elegance in 2018, which evolved into a proud division of the Cosmopolitan brand. Now entering its next chapter, the pageant is transitioning into a plus division—something especially meaningful to DeVon as a full-figured advocate.”
Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance – Owner | Promoter
Chance Dulin – Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance, Owner | Promoter
“Chance D. Dulin has been a passionate supporter of female impersonation for many years, inspired and groomed by his late sister, Thee Ms. Faith Iman. As co-promoter and owner of Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance since 2018, Chance helped evolve the pageant from a local preliminary into a full Cosmopolitan division—first celebrating contestants 40+, and now transitioning into a platform for plus-size excellence. Through years of growth, challenges, and unforgettable moments, Chance remains dedicated to honoring creativity, sisterhood, and the spirit of the Cosmopolitan family.”
Miss Cosmopolitan Elegance – Owner | Promoter
Board Members
Damoni Hall Dickerson – Mr. Cosmopolitan 2018
“Damoni Hall Dickerson, affectionately known as Papa Smurff, is an Atlanta native with 35 years in the artform. Starting at 15, he’s won numerous titles in both male lead and female impersonation categories. Renowned for his innovation, he’s also a seasoned actor and dynamic public speaker.”
Pageant Coordinator | Former King
