Discover the story of Iolanda Deca, National Director for prestigious competitions such as World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Model of the Universe, Golden Star Kids International, and Miss Summer World. An interview about leadership, mission, and success.
Iolanda Deca is a dedicated promoter of excellence among talented children and young models, active since 2019 in the field of artistic and modeling competitions with international exposure. Her mission is clear: to discover, support, and provide real visibility to young talents, opening their path toward global opportunities.
From 2019 to the present, she has held the position of National Director for some of the most prestigious international competitions:
- World Championships of Performing Arts – an annual competition held every July in Las Vegas, United States
- Model of the Universe – an international modeling contest organized in Romania
- Miss Summer World – an international beauty pageant held annually in Albania
- Golden Star Kids International – an annual competition organized in Turkey, dedicated to talented children in various artistic categories: dance, vocals, modeling, and musical instruments.
C&B: If we were to look at the narrative thread of your career, what were the key moments that defined you?
Iolanda Deca: The story of my career is built around a clear mission: to be a path-opener for talented children and help them spread their wings toward success. Since 2019, as National Director for World Championships of Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Model of the Universe in Romania, and Golden Star Kids International in Turkey, I have discovered and promoted young people with remarkable skills in modeling, dance, acting, vocals, and musical instruments.
A future defining moment will be the music project dedicated to the vocal section, which will be launched in the second half of 2026, bringing producers from America to Romania to discover and promote talented children. Every child who discovers their potential is a confirmation of my mission: to open paths and turn dreams into reality, guided by my motto: “Dream Big & Work Hard.”
C&B: What has been the most difficult moment in your journey so far, and how did you overcome it?
Iolanda Deca: The most difficult moment was managing several international competitions simultaneously while still giving each child the personal attention they deserved. Cultural differences, high standards, and parents’ expectations brought constant challenges. I overcame them through strict organization, reliable teams, and constant communication. My vision as a path-opener and the vocal music project starting in the second half of 2026 motivated me to turn these challenges into real opportunities for success.
C&B: Is there a dream or ambition that has always guided you, regardless of obstacles?
Iolanda Deca: My dream has always been to create paths and open wings for talented children, giving them the chance to be seen and promoted internationally. My ambition to guide them toward success, no matter the obstacles, led me to develop innovative projects, such as the vocal music initiative launching in the second half of 2026. I believe talent needs visibility and strategic support to turn into concrete achievements.
C&B: What were you like at the beginning of your journey, and how do you feel you have evolved?
Iolanda Deca: In the beginning, I focused mainly on detailed organization and logistics. Today, I am a mentor and guide: I open paths for talented children and help them understand discipline, professionalism, and international opportunities. The experience I’ve gained prepares me for ambitious projects like the 2026 vocal music initiative, which will be a major step in turning children’s dreams into reality. My motto, “Dream Big & Work Hard,” is reflected in everything I do.
C&B: If we spoke with your collaborators, what do you think they would say about you?
Iolanda Deca: They would say I am dedicated, demanding, and deeply involved, always with a clear purpose: to open paths and give talented children wings to succeed. They would highlight my ability to turn vision into concrete projects and real opportunities, such as international competitions and the 2026 vocal music project.
C&B: What is the most important decision you have made that changed your trajectory?
Iolanda Deca: The most important decision was to dedicate my energy and passion to being a path-opener for talented children and teenagers. This strengthened my role as a mentor and guide and allowed me to create projects with international impact. The vocal music project launching in the second half of 2026 represents a new stage in this mission, offering children the chance to build an authentic path to success.
C&B: How did you build your leadership style and decision-making process? Was it natural or learned?
Iolanda Deca: My leadership is a combination of my natural instinct to guide and inspire children and the experience gained in managing international projects. I learned to balance empathy with pragmatism and to make strategic decisions that create real opportunities. This approach prepares me for innovative projects like the 2026 vocal music initiative, which will turn children’s potential into concrete results.
C&B: What does a typical day look like for you now, and which moments bring you the greatest satisfaction?
Iolanda Deca: A typical day includes coordinating competition logistics, my permanent job, meetings with international teams and collaborators, and individual discussions with children and parents. The most satisfying moments are when I see children’s progress: overcoming emotions, receiving international recognition, and beginning to establish themselves professionally. Preparing for the 2026 vocal music project for talented children and young people aged 9 and up adds excitement and hope, knowing we are opening wings for new talents.
C&B: What values and principles guide you, and how do you apply them daily?
Iolanda Deca: The values that guide me are responsibility, perseverance, authenticity, and care for children. I apply them in every decision: each child receives personalized attention, competition rules are transparent, teams and collaborators are treated with respect, and projects—including the 2026 vocal music initiative—are planned to maximize participants’ visibility and success worldwide.
C&B: If you were to share a message with those who follow your example, what would it be?
Iolanda Deca: Be path-openers for talented children and teenagers, give them wings to succeed, and believe in the power of their talent. Success does not come only from visibility, but from constant work, perseverance, and the passion to help others shine. Every talented child deserves to be seen and promoted, and our mission is to give them this chance, now and through future projects like the 2026 vocal music initiative. My motto, “Dream Big & Work Hard,” guides every step I take.
Through dedication, vision, and the motto “Dream Big & Work Hard,” Iolanda Deca continues to open doors and create opportunities for talented children, transforming potential into performance and dreams into international success.
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