"Ready to Become an ICON in the Northeast?"

Step into the Spotlight with USA ICON Northeast Region!

From the bustling streets of New York to the serene landscapes of Vermont, from the historic landmarks of Pennsylvania to the coastal beauty of Maine, the Northeast is home to intelligent, confident, and iconic young women like YOU!

Whether you’re representing New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, or any of the other vibrant states in the region—this is your chance to shine and show the world what makes you an ICON.

Join the journey to the crown and showcase your intelligence, confidence, optimism, and nobility—because at USA ICON, we believe every girl has what it takes to be iconic, on stage and in life.

Your next iconic chapter starts now! Are you ready to bring your Northeast brilliance to the national stage?

Apply and claim your spot today!

Awarding states

New York, Maryland, Delaware, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania

District of Columbia, Connecticut, Rhode Island,

New Jersey, Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine

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CONTACT DIRECTOR

LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK

April 12 & 13, 2025

nORTHEAST Director

MELISSA MOHAN

Melissa D. Mohan, Esq., is the Northeast Regional Director for USA ICON, combining her extensive experience in pageantry, leadership, and community service. As a skilled pageant judge, Melissa has also served on judging teams and as a tabulator, ensuring fair and accurate assessments throughout the competition.Professionally, Melissa is the owner and founder of the Law Office of Melissa D. Mohan PLLC, a real estate law firm, and Melmo Realty LLC, a full-service real estate brokerage serving the greater New York City area. She founded these companies to serve her community in a thoughtful and compassionate manner, leveraging her expertise as both a realtor and attorney within the real estate industry.Melissa’s commitment to giving back is demonstrated through her work as a member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Young Professionals Board of New Ground, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to helping homeless families and veterans break the cycle of homelessness and poverty on Long Island.Melissa earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Music from Boston College and her Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her nephews and godsons.As the Northeast Regional Director, Melissa uplifts young women, guiding them to shine both on stage and in life, making her a vital part of the USA ICON team.