My name is Megan, I'm 29, and I'm honoured to be the 2024 Chicago Rose.
I grew up in a large Irish family with four siblings and 41 first cousins, and I developed a strong connection to my Irish heritage at an early age. My Irish roots hail from counties Cork and Clare, and I still have cousins living in Dublin City.
I hold an undergraduate degree in finance and a law degree from the University of Illinois. Currently, I work as an attorney at a financial company in downtown Chicago. I was a former competitive Irish dancer and 10-time world championships qualifier, which allowed me to travel to Ireland many times. Recently, my travels to Ireland include running the Dublin City Marathon, one of five marathons I've completed. I love being active and am an adventurist at heart, enjoying hiking, skiing, surfing, and golfing!
Being involved in the vibrant Irish culture in Chicago is a passion of mine. I'm on the board of The Young Irish Fellowship Club, volunteer at Old St Patrick's Church, and am a member of the 2023 and 2024 Chicago St Patrick's Day Queen's Court.
I'm so thankful for this opportunity and will cherish it forever!
