GRACE RODI

Hailing from Hinsdale, Illinois, Grace Rodi is honored to be Miss Illinois USA 2024. She is a 23 year old graduate of The University of Texas-Austin, and currently works as an Account Manager for Pepper Group marketing agency. With a B.S. in Public Relations, Grace is passionate about all things marketing, brand strategy and communications - working with small startups all the way up to Fortune 500 companies.

Grace dedicates her time to various non-profits and community programs that focus on equal access to education, youth mentorship and literacy. She's currently a mentor for Chicago Scholars, where she spends her time preparing rising seniors in high school who are the first in their family to pursue higher education. Additionally, she's a top volunteer for Bernie's Book Bank and after-school tutor for Tutoring Chicago.

Her passion for education and supporting the next generation of leaders come from her many moves as a child, where school became her happy place upon moving 17 different times across four different states. As Miss Illinois USA, Grace is dedicated to showcasing the importance of education, forming relationships with women across the state and teaching children and young adults how to set goals, believe in themselves and work towards their dreams.

Grace would love to be part of your next charity, volunteer or social event! Please fill out the Appearance Request form below if you'd like to invite her to your next event.