Cast Bios

PAGE PARKES

Scout;
Houston, Texas

An industry veteran and household name among the insiders of the modeling and fashion worlds, Page has built a scouting empire in two of Texas' biggest cities: Houston and Dallas. She is co-owner of Page Parkes Corporation, the largest modelling and acting agency group in the Southwestern United States. With a history of famous discoveries and representation such as Channing Tatum and Alexis Bledel, Page is at the top of her game and has the scouting process down to a science

ERIN OLSON

Scout;
Salt Lake City, Utah

With a resume that includes work as a model, scout, agency owner, fashion writer and stylist all over the world, Erin is a working mom in one of the largest Mormon communities in the country, Salt Lake City, Utah. With her web-savvy techniques for finding girls through social media outlets and online open calls, she is on the cutting edge of the modeling industry and is sure to find the next Kate Moss or Gisele Bundchen. Currently working with Trudi Tapscott Model Management, Erin has discovered up-and-coming models such as Hannah Sobisky, Wyatt Grossenbach, Brenna Deyong, Erin Perry.

KRISTEN KOTIK

Scout;
San Francisco, California

Kristen moved to Europe when she was 17 years old to pursue a career in modeling. Based in Milan, she worked as a model all over Europe and Asia. In 1992, Kristen began working at an esteemed Milan agency where she was a new faces agent and then director of scouting. Kristen traveled the globe looking for the next fresh face. She is currently the director of scouting for Stars Model Management in San Francisco. Kristen’s model discoveries/developments include Jamie Rishar, Amy Wesson, James King, Bridget Hall and Danielle Z.

STACIE VANCHIERI

Scout;
Richmond, Virginia

Stacie, a native New Yorker, built her first agency in Richmond, Virginia. Her metropolitan sensibilities fit well with this southern city’s thriving advertising scene, and Modelogic Wilhelmina has grown into one of the most well-respected firms in the Mid-Atlantic. Stacie recently opened a second location serving the Chicago/Milwaukee region. She got her start in the business as a photographer and always had an eye for great talent. Her models have worked in Milan, Paris, London, South Africa and all over Southeast Asia. Stacie’s discoveries and representation include Amy Lemons, Buddy Kruger and Boris Kodjoe.

SCOTT LIPPS

President,
One Management

Originally founded in 2002 by Scott, One Management is a hybrid branding company whose primary focus is bringing together the elements of fashion, film, music and celebrity. Having both hands in the industry’s ever-evolving state, the One brand embraces the multi-platform elements with its unique management style and overall approach to project development. One's current roster of talent includes a number of well known and extremely successful models, including Claudia Schiffer, Helena Christensen, Iman, Eva Herzigova, Bar Refaeli, Bridget Hall, Kelly Brook, Devon Aoki and Josie Maran.

MICHAEL FLUTIE

Creative Director

A prominent authority in the modeling industry for the discovery, development and management of models for more than 30 years, Michael Flutie has discovered and/or managed iconic faces such as Stephanie Seymour, Milla Jovovich and Cindy Crawford. Michael began his career in model management at 22 years old for Elite Model Management in New York where he worked directly with international model mogul John Casablancas. His successes led him to Paris, where he worked with legendary model and model agent Louise Despoints for City Models. His scouting contacts across the country make him an invaluable asset to New York agencies.

BERI SMITHER

Model Mentor

International cover girl and American model famous for her million-dollar smile, Beri now looks to develop young hopefuls who were once just like her. Originally from Salem, Oregon, Beri was discovered by current French Vogue editor Carine Roitfeld. Beri has appeared on the covers of countless magazines, including American, British, Italian and French Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire, Glamour and Cosmopolitan.

JULIA SAMERSOVA

Director of Scouting

With more than 18 years in the fashion industry, Julia has become one of the top casting directors in the business today. An agent at some of the world's top agencies, including Ford, Elite, Next and Company Management, she has extraordinary knowledge of the modeling world and all the insider information one would expect from an industry veteran. With impeccable relationships with agents all over the globe, Julia has established herself as the go-to casting director.

DANI STAHL

Image and Style Consultant

As the newly appointed style editor-at-large at Nylon magazine, Dani is a leader and icon in the fashion world. Her monthly column "Factory Girl," documenting her travels to different fashion factories around the globe, including Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Nike, has gained a tremendous following over the past few years.