About Tori Kruse

Country Music Reporter | Red Carpet Host | Former Miss Missouri USA

Tori Kruse is the Founder of The Kruse Network, a country music reporter and red carpet host. An entrepreneur to her core and sought-after speaker whose career has spanned the worlds of media and personal branding. 

With a background that blends live media hosting, personal branding, and high-caliber events, Tori has been featured on CBS, NBC, FOX, E! News, Insider, and Cosmopolitan, competed at Miss USA as Miss Missouri USA 2018, and walked the runway at New York Fashion Week. She has reported from major red carpet events, interviewed industry leaders, and built multiple brands centered around helping high-achievers step into their power through presence and style.

From her Midwest roots to the West Coast and now based in Nashville, Tennessee, Tori has built a career at the intersection of media, fashion, and high-performance branding.

Beyond media and styling, Tori is deeply rooted in faith, family, and adventure. A sports fanatic at heart, she thrives on live experiences, travel, and stepping into new spaces that fuel her passion for people and connection. She believes in mentorship, investing in yourself, and embracing the moments that make life truly extraordinary.