Kaelanne Quinonez, crowned Miss Rodeo USA in January 2024, is a passionate ambassador for the rodeo community and the western way of life. Hailing from Orcutt, California, she began her journey in rodeo as a first-generation cowgirl with no agricultural background, but a deep love for horses and the rodeo lifestyle. Since being crowned Miss Elks Rodeo in 2020, Quinonez has dedicated herself to advocating for agriculture, preserving western traditions, and promoting the sport of rodeo.