Owning Your Difference in a World That Tries to Define You

KINGDOM CREATIVES SPOTLIGHT FEATURE - SERENA STONE

There’s something powerful about watching someone step into who they are early, before the world fully has a chance to tell them who to be. That’s Serena.

Hailing from Texas and originally scouted through Bella Modeling School, Serena represents a new wave of creatives who are learning how to stand in their identity with confidence, even while they’re still growing into it. This Diversity Month, we’re not just highlighting talent, we’re highlighting intention. And Serena carries both in a way that feels real, grounded, and refreshing.

Recently, our team had the opportunity to develop Serena’s portfolio, and the results spoke for themselves. Those images didn’t just capture her presence, they opened doors. She landed the cover of UA Models Magazine and has since been placed with Bravo Talent Management in Chicago. Moments like that don’t happen by accident. They’re a reflection of preparation, growth, and a willingness to step fully into opportunity.

Coming from her Hispanic background, Serena doesn’t try to blend in. She leans into who she is. There’s a quiet confidence in the way she approaches her creativity, not forced, not performative, just rooted. You can tell she was raised with a sense of identity that reminds her she doesn’t need to copy anyone else to belong.

What stands out most about Serena isn’t just her talent, it’s her willingness to grow. She’s still navigating, still learning, still stepping into new spaces, but she’s doing it with awareness. The kind of awareness that understands you don’t need to have everything figured out to move forward.

"Sometimes I felt like people didn’t take me seriously because I’m young."

There have been moments where she’s been overlooked or underestimated because of her age. And instead of shrinking, she’s choosing to keep showing up. Not to prove anything to anyone else, but because she’s learning to believe in what’s already inside of her.

That confidence is deeply connected to her faith.

For Serena, faith isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about having hope. It’s what gives her the courage to try, even when something feels unfamiliar or challenging. It reminds her that her worth isn’t tied to perfection, but to persistence.

And that’s what makes her journey relatable.

So many young creatives feel pressure to be perfect or to be validated before they begin. Serena is a reminder that you don’t need permission to start. You just need the willingness to show up as you are.

When she speaks on diversity, she goes beyond surface level. It’s not just about what people look like, it’s about their stories, their backgrounds, and their individuality. It’s about creating space for people to feel seen, understood, and included.

Serena is still becoming, and that’s exactly what makes her story powerful. She’s not rushing the process. She’s building it, step by step, with intention.

And for the next generation watching, that kind of authenticity matters more than anything else.

"My faith and my potential means to me to have hope and trust that things will work out. It really helps me feel more confident"

Q&A Segment with SERENA

1. 1. Identity & Foundation

   How has your cultural background and personal journey shaped the way you show up as a creative today? I think my Hispanic background and what I’ve been through so far helps me show up as myself when I’m creative. The way I grew up taught me to be proud of who I am and not try to copy other people. It makes me want to bring my own style and personality into modeling instead of trying to fit into what people expect of me.
   

2. Faith & Purpose

   In what ways does your faith influence your confidence, self-worth, and the work you pursue in this industry? My faith and my potential means to me to have hope and trust that things will work out. It really helps me feel more confident. When I have hope, I don’t get so nervous to try new things, even if they seem pretty challenging. It reminds me that I don’t have to be the best at everything to matter and I should keep pushing forward.

3. Breaking Barriers Have you ever felt overlooked or underestimated in your field? How did you navigate that, and what did it teach you? Sometimes I felt like people didn’t take me seriously because I’m young. It made me feel small, but I learned to keep going and not let it stop me. I realized that just because somebody doesn’t see your potential doesn’t mean it’s not there. It taught me to speak up for myself and keep going instead of giving up on my goals.

   
   

4. Representation with Intention

   What does true diversity and representation mean to you beyond what we typically see on the surface? To me, true diversity means to show people who look different not just on the outside, but also with different stories, backgrounds, and personalities. It’s about letting everyone feel like they belong and can see someone who reminds them of themselves. In my opinion, when people feel seen and represented, it makes the whole process a bit better.
   

5. Message to the Next Generation

   What would you say to young creatives who feel like they don’t “fit the mold” but know they’re called for more? I’d tell other young models that you don’t have to ‘fit the mold’ to be amazing. Sometimes the thing that makes you different is the thing that makes you special. If you feel nervous to do something, don’t let fear or other people’s opinions stop you. Keep practicing, keep showing up, and trust that there’s space for you exactly as you are.

Serena published in Miami's UA Models Magazine

Inspiration & Future Goals

Serena's future goals include expanding her brand, growing her social media presence, and building connections within the fashion and business industries. With her faith and purpose guiding her, there’s no doubt that Serena's is poised for success.

Serenas story is a powerful reminder that when faith and passion unite, the possibilities are limitless. NA Management is proud to have her as part of the #NASquad, a true representation of beauty, talent, and the light of the Kingdom in every endeavor.

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