Karlee Smart, proudly from the Jersey Shore, is a devoted wife, mother of two, and passionate advocate for military veterans and their families. Married to a U.S. Navy combat veteran, Karlee has witnessed firsthand the unique challenges service members face during and after their time in uniform.
With over 15 years of experience as an educator, Karlee has always embraced learning and teaching as a way to uplift others. Today, she channels that same commitment into her platform, Holistically Healing Heroes, which focuses on supporting military and veteran families through holistic health, wellness, and connection to vital resources.
In addition to her advocacy, Karlee is a licensed real estate specialist and serves as the Ambassador for Community Affairs for her office, using her leadership to foster stronger local connections. She is also a signed model in both New York City and Philadelphia, blending her professional pursuits with her platform work.
Her journey into pageantry has become an extension of her advocacy, giving her a powerful stage to amplify her message. Being crowned Mrs. USA ICON is both an honor and a responsibility she carries with grace, poise, and determination. Karlee continues to dedicate herself to her community, her family, and the USA ICON sisterhood, inspiring others to find strength, resilience, and hope in every chapter of