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Friday, October 29
How to Survive and Thrive in the Modeling Industry
In the fashion industry, “one day you’re in, and the next day you're out." The same goes for those trying to make in the modeling world. Join us as we talk with professional models, agents, and other industry creatives to learn how they pivot through tough times like Covid-19, and adjust their careers to meet evolving trends.

5 Things You Will Learn:

    1. How to adjust to the new norms of modeling during COVID-19
    2. The dark side of a career in modeling and how to prepare.
    3. How to pivot in an industry that is constantly changing. 
    4. Why focusing on your own unique qualities leads to success.
    5. Why shooting virtually is the future of model portfolios.

Join us for this lively discussion where we encourage you to bring your questions for our Q&A segment and share your name, Instagram account and business. Attendees are also eligible to sign up for a free Fashion Mingle profile prior to the event so you can connect directly with our panelists after the webinar. 

MEET OUR SPECIAL PANELISTS:

Arkeah S. Jacobs: Arkeah is New Faces Director of HOP Models & Talent Agency, a full service agency established in 1997, representing models, actors, athletes and celebrities across the globe. Her expertise as a business strategist, manager, and consultant has yielded her opportunities to work with some of the top-tier companies and  industry professionals for well over a decade. She enjoys building great relationships and working behind the scenes to discover and unveil the Agency's New Faces to provide them with great opportunities in editorial, print, fashion, runway, commercial, advertising, film, television, and voice over.

Aneesah Hanan: Aneesah Hanan is a professional model, entrepreneur and skin care enthusiast who has graced the runways, magazines and commercials for over 15 years. Her experience within Fashion and Beauty afforded her to work with some of the best photographers in the industry. She has taken her knowledge, drive, and passion to now move behind the scenes to specialize in model development.  " I strongly stand by diversity and want to do my part to create an industry that celebrates the Hues of Hanan, The Hues of the Fashion World".

Beverly Peele is a supermodel, actress, and domestic violence advocate who began her modeling career at the age of 12 years old. Beverly has been on the cover of over 250 magazines and featured in ads for Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan, Versace, and more. Beverly has appeared in sitcoms Sister, Sister and Girlfriends and film Sweet Friggin’ Daisies.

MSDENISHA: MSDENISHIA is a top model coach and owner of The Model Boutique, representing diverse models, actors, dancers, and singers. MSDENISHIA has been a model and actress for over 20 years, landing jobs for Aveda, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Mac Cosmetics and Macy’s. She has appeared in fashion shows for designers Bob Mackie, St John, and Tommy Hilfiger and ad campaigns in Vogue, Essence, and Vanity Fair, and many more.

Ashley Rodrigues: Ashley is the Model / Co-Founder of Mar Amici. Growing up in East Harlem, Ashley’s interest in fashion began early on as one of her many creative outlets. Being in love with fashion her whole life, she knew that the industry needed change. As the plus size industry began to grow, Ashley decided to make steps towards that in 2017 by becoming a signed Brazilian plus size model with True Model Management. In further pursuit of creating change, she recently just launched her new online boutique, Mar Amici, which was founded with the hopes of creating a more inclusive shopping experience, offering sizes up to 3X. Ashley stands behind the notion that fashion should be available for all, and not limited to those of different shapes and sizes. 

Kay Sukumar is a Fashion & Beauty photographer predominantly based in London. With over 9 years living, breathing and being in the industry, Kay has quickly propelled to international recognition due to his intimate and provocative photographic style and genuine passion for creating imagery. Kay has been noted for his creative vision, innovative sense of direction and happy work ethic. He aims to embrace the idea of creativity and refinement going hand in hand. His drive, Passion, air and talent is evident in all his work. A specialty of Kay is the unique technique of capturing emotions that appear naturally and raw as well as cultured and polished.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

10/23 What Does Sustainable Fashion Mean to You?
10/29 How to Survive and Thrive in the Modeling Industry

Mingle Mastermind Team

Meet the Mingle Mastermind Team that you'll be seeing every week, LIVE from New York City! Learn more about each member and see what expertise and experience they'll be bringing to the Mingle Mastermind program.

Melissa Shea


Melissa Shea is the CEO and cofounder of Fashion Mingle, a networking platform for fashion industry professionals. With over 5000 members in over 200 cities world-wide, Fashion Mingle is often called the “LinkedIn for the fashion industry”.

Melissa has spent over 20 years in the tech industry fueled by a love of learning about the “next new thing”. Fashion Mingle is designed to help fashion industry professionals succeed.

Shirin Movahed


Shirin Movahed has over 13 years experience practicing corporate, commercial, litigation and intellectual property law. She brings her formidable years of experience to her clients in fashion, financial, entertainment, consumer product, celebrity, and art industries.

Shirin has been recognized by Thomson Reuters as a New York Super Lawyer and one of the top female attorneys in New York.

Dee Riviera


Dee Rivera, CEO of DCG Public Relations/DCG Media Group, has nearly 15 years of public relations experience working with some of the most recognizable fashion, beauty, luxury, lifestyle brands and celebrities in the world.

Dee has been featured as a lifestyle expert on WPIX11, FOX TV, NBC and more. She is the Founder of Latinista.com and Hamptons Fashion Week and a professional speaker and author of the book "Glambition: Knocking Down walls In Heels".

Catherine Schuller


Catherine Schuller is a former model, actress, comedian and performer who is now an icon in plus size fashion events and productions.

Catherine Schuller Enterprises curates events that celebrate diversity in fashion and teaches at FIT and LIM in New York City. She is and Image and Style Advisor for the charity outreach, Divabetic, where she imparts a “Don’t Get Down, Get Diva” attitude for managing one’s diabetes.

Dale Noelle


Dale Noelle is​ the CEO of TRUE Model Management​ where she works with brands such as Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Gap, Victoria’s Secret, and more.

Dale Noelle has been featured in Bloomberg, Forbes, Fox Business News, Worldwide Business with Kathy Ireland®, The Huffington Post, and New York Times.