Leading with Heart, Serving with Pride.

About the Program

The mission of the Annandale Ambassador Program is to cultivate, mentor, and support positive role models who proudly represent the community of Annandale.

Each spring, we invite junior and senior high school girls to participate in our candidate program, offering them a chance to build confidence, enhance leadership skills, and engage with the community.

Throughout the candidate season, participants forge lasting friendships and gain valuable experiences in public speaking, volunteer work, mentorship, and personal development.

During Annandale’s 4th of July Celebration, three candidates are selected as Ambassadors by an independent panel of judges, earning the exciting opportunity to represent Annandale for the next 12 months.

As Ambassadors, they will engage with the community, volunteer at local events, and travel to neighboring cities while promoting the community of Annandale with pride.

Being an Annandale Ambassador is more than just a title—it’s a chance to give back, grow as a leader, and make lifelong memories!

MEET OUR
2024-2025 AMBASSADORS

Cecilia Klimek

Miss Annandale

Cecilia is the daughter of Barbara Stolt and Daniel Klimek. She recently completed her junior year of high school where she achieved a cumulative 4.0 GPA, tied for first in her class rank, was named Student of the Month for the Science Department, and lettered in academics. Cecilia also participated in tennis, gymnastics, National Honors Society, and 4-H, served as the President of Key Club, and competed in various horse shows and events. She is employed by the Annandale Care center. Some of her hobbies include running games, cattle sorting, and trail rides with her horse Marvin Mae, playing tennis, being on the lake, drawing, painting, and going to concerts. Cecilia’s future plans are to attend college followed by medical school for Anesthesiology. Cecilia was sponsored by Lakeside Nutrition.

Bailey Broich

Annandale Princess

Bailey is the daughter of Abby and Dallas Salmela, and Sam and Cory Broich. During her junior year of high school, she participated in basketball, golf, and National Honors Society, achieved a 4.0 GPA, did stats for the football team, and served as a captain for Cardinals United. Bailey is employed by Cardinal Kids Club, Grey Duck Screen Printing and Apparel, and is a PCA. In her free time, Bailey enjoys spending time on the lake, going on walks, being outside, anything sports related, baking, and spending time with family and friends. Her future plans include attending a 4-year college for either education or social work. Bailey was sponsored by Grey Duck Screen Printing and Apparel.

Rylee O'Konek

Annandale Princess

Rylee is the daughter of Scott and Susie O’Konek. She recently completed her junior year of high school where she participated in track and field, tennis, and Encore choir, and served as the Key Club Vice President and the junior National Honors Society representative. Rylee also lettered in academics and received a 4.0 GPA, Track and Field Academic All State, Physical Education Student of the Month, Wright County Conference Academics Award, and the Cardinal Athletic Award. Rylee is employed by Caribou Coffee and Powder Ridge. In her free time, Rylee enjoys spending time with family, going to the gym and the lake, hunting, crocheting, and playing the violin and guitar. Her future plans include attending the University of Ann Arbor to study political science and specializing in constitutional law upon graduating law school. Rylee was sponsored by M&M Express Sales & Service.

Speakers

The 2025 Candidate Season Starts soon!

Visit our Candidate page to view frequently asked questions and submit your candidate registration form.