About Me- Aaliyah Kissick, Miss Illinois United States 2023
My journey is a captivating blend of pageantry, entrepreneurship, and military service.
From my formative years, my passion for pageantry was ignited as I participated in the Miss Athens and Miss Menard County pageant systems. These experiences not only refined my poise and grace but also instilled in me the drive to achieve my dreams. From pageantry, I started a career in acting and modeling. My pageantry journey extended to Miss Illinois United States, where I passionately advocate for financial literacy.
Through my boutique, AK Boutique, I have curated a collection that resonates with my unique style and vision — a true manifestation of my soul. I started the boutique as a teenager and the business has grown with me. From hosting fashion shows to coordinating photo shoots, I’ve seamlessly merged my pageantry finesse with my business acumen.
A defining chapter of my journey is my service in the Illinois Army National Guard, a testament to my commitment to both community and country. I enlisted as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear solider and spent a short but impactful time as a cadet. This military service has fortified my discipline, adaptability, and leadership — traits that strongly parallel the qualities upheld in…