Based in Washington DC, Lina Xie is an international pageant titleholder and cultural advocate recognized for her commitment to cultural preservation and women’s empowerment. Crowned Miss China NovaCosmo 2025, she is also the founder of Heritage in Hands, an initiative dedicated to celebrating traditional craftsmanship and supporting creative entrepreneurship among women. Lina further contributes to the pageant community as a national director, mentoring and guiding emerging talent on international stages.