Set in the 1960’s Bronx, this one-man-show turned classic film, now turned musical tells the story of a boy torn between the father he loves and a mob boss that he would love to be! This Broadway crowd-pleaser was a big hit during its debut in New York and definitely did not disappoint while in Cleveland! “A Bronx Tale” is truly an unforgettable story about loyalty and family.

Joe Barbara with PMTM staf and Frankie Wolf's family

Sometimes living in the Midwest we feel distanced from the hustle and bustle of the east and west coasts. New York City and Los Angeles look like major hubs of entertainment and culture, but with “A Bronx Tale” coming to Cleveland, it was a great reminder of just how close we actually are to it all! No one knows this better than Erica, Tom, and Frankie Wolf who attended the show with us!

Originally from Seven Hills, Ohio, Frankie Wolf is one of our PMTM/IMTA alums that we placed in Los Angeles years ago. Since placement he’s played in numerous television shows, national commercials, and digital advertising! We love seeing our alums succeed doing what they love to do best!

At Pro-Model and Talent Management, we have developed a national and international placement division that's unprecedented in this part of the country. Our models and talent are working locally, nationally, and internationally. Al Onorato, manager to Joe Barbara and our Frankie Wolf, is the founder of the Casting Society of America! Big things are happening all around us and it is all because of the TLC we put into the development and networking for our models and talent!

Congratulations to all involved in the production of “A Bronx Tale”! If you get a chance to see it while they continue their national tour, be sure to do so! This is one production you will not want to pass up on!

First and foremost, we want everyone to know that if your child is 13 or older and you cannot attend the convention, we will have plenty of people with us to support our contestants with whatever they may need! From cheerleading to running lines to keeping schedules, our dedicated IMTA staff is always near to assist anyone who needs it! We understand that the convention can big a huge endeavor for families and we are more than happy to help ensure that your child does not miss the opportunity of a lifetime when it comes to launching their career in the entertainment industry.

Veda and her mother, Leena, attended IMTA LA with us this past January. Veda is now nationally placed thanks to her mother’s support. “I would not be able to, in good conscience, allow my daughter to miss out,” said Leena. While she did attend, she also took a backseat to our staff who has extensive experience helping children through the process. “You hope, as a parent, that your kid will make good choices, but you cannot be alone in that process. It takes a team to send the message to kids. My advice is to step back and let PMTM’s self-care, self-awareness, and confidence building do the job for you.”

Stephanie, another PMTM/IMTA alum parent, attended her second IMTA convention this January! “ I was really excited, as I had been there before. I knew that Leilah would do great and LOVE it once she got there and saw what it was all about.” Stephanie relished seeing her children grow with us as they prepared for IMTA. Watching them perform was a big proud mom moment for her. Meeting with the agents and managers that wanted to represent them both helped her feel confident in making the right choices for her daughters’ careers in the entertainment industry.

Even though Mia is a teenager having her mom attend gave her a special appreciation for her mom’s unconditional support from beginning to end: My mom is always there for me and I am extremely thankful for all that she does for me. Even with her mother there, she knew we had her back though! “My PMTM family always keeps me inspired and on top of my game!”

Getting a child into the modeling and acting industries is an educational journey, so the more present you can be, the more you can learn to keep stride with this fast-paced industry. Like Stephanie, attending also gives you the ability to directly interact with those looking to represent your child. Being able to get a sense for what it will be like to have a working relationship with an agent or manager is crucial for long term success in your child’s career.

Having the opportunity to support your child throughout preparation and competition can be a bonding experience and help you both learn how to navigate their future in the industry. If you are able to attend, the benefits are endless! But rest assured that if that option is not available for your family, our highly experienced staff is ready to help your child reap the full benefits of attending IMTA. Their success is our success and we want them to feel as prepared, supported, and confident as possible!

Twenty years old and a social media influencer to over two-hundred thousand people, there is no doubt that Ciara DeLeon is a rising star! This model, actor, and beatboxer was a real head-turner at the International Modeling and Talent Convention held this past January where Ciara showed off her skills! A beacon of positivity, Ciara radiates a level of self-confidence and awareness that magnetizes those around her.

“Growing up I loved to perform, make music, and dress up… I love being able to model clothes and inspire others along the way to pursue any dreams they have in this industry,” said Ciara. While a natural performer, that did not stop Ciara from putting the work in to prepare for competition. 

Ciara recalled her time preparing fondly. “We spent hours on memorization for our competitions, practiced hours on perfecting our runway walks and had fun all while we developed ourselves for IMTA. They make it hard to be truly nervous because of how hard they prepare and help us.” She said that our staff and coaches, specifically Mary and Aubrey, had become like second moms to her on this journey, offering helpful advice and guidance all along the way. 

Come convention time, all eyes were on Ciara at IMTA! And she took full advantage! Her favorite of the talent competitions were the commercials, and she did something extra special to set her apart from the competition: incorporated her beatboxing! One of her dreams is to do beatboxing for commercials. How cool would that be?

At the conclusion of IMTA, Ciara had to make a difficult choice about who would be representing her through the next part of her journey. She found that Manikin Model and Talent Agency located in the Southeast would be the best fit for her future goals. Their bi-coastal agency will be submitting Ciara for projects all over the United States. She could be beatboxing on a television near you soon!

“IMTA and PMTM have changed my life. Without IMTA, I wouldn't be a working talent and if it wasn't for PMTM, I wouldn't have been able to attend IMTA and definitely wouldn't have been as prepared,” she said. “The biggest lesson I have learnt from all of this is to believe in yourself. Let your personality shine through and also take care of yourself… It's not necessarily about having the best walk, the best voice or the best looks. It's about whether you can walk that runway in confidence that radiates to others, it's about becoming that character you’re supposed to be in that commercial or movie in your own way. If you work on yourself, you will find things are so much easier on you.”

Sage advice from someone who is making big things happen! Congratulations on your placement, Ciara! The sky's the limit for you!

We serve as the mother agency to many models and talent placed all across the country, and the world! Nothing brings us better joy than helping our alums take their passion to the next level! Josh Berresford is one of our alums placed in New York City, and in addition to pursuing his acting career, he is doubling down on a second passion of his: hospitality!

Based in Brooklyn, Josh started Big Star Hospitality in 2017 with dreams of helping people raise the bar on their corporate and private events. Josh has a creative eye and palate which serves his clients well when trying to craft a unique experience for attendees. With over forty freelance bartenders and servers working with Josh, he and his company have taken on parties for some of the world's top celebrities and companies.

Josh with Carla Hall

Josh has over fifteen years experience in the hospitality field. He has worked in some of the top restaurants in the country, including working the Beatrice Inn while it was still owned by former Vanity Fair editor, Graydon Carter. That must be why Josh and Big Star Hospitality remains one of the top rated boutique staffing companies for events of all kinds!

Big Star Hospitality started as a one man show with Josh handling everything. We have loved seeing his business grow to what it is now! Josh and his team have been praised time and time again for their professional and courteous service. The pride that Josh has in his business is what makes it truly stand out among the rest! 

Reba spent her 61st birthday with Josh and BSH!

Actor, business owner, all around great person, Josh is a true testament to the amazing people that make up our Pro-Model and Talent Management family! They are true go-getters that make big things happen! Congratulations on your business, Josh!

Learn more about Josh, his team, and everything Big Star Hospitality has to offer by clicking on the logo below! Be sure to also follow Josh and Big Star Hospitality on Instagram, both linked below!

Meet Pro-Model and Talent Management's Jeffrey Kester, a 19-year-old actor from the small town of Niles, Ohio. In addition to modeling and acting with Pro-Model and Talent Management,   Jeffrey works fulltime at his job and takes pride in being a hard worker. In his downtime, Jeffrey stays active working out, playing basketball and running. Jeffrey has made a ton of friends at the agency and enjoys spending time with them whenever he can.

Being able to earn an invitation to the International Modeling and Talent Association in Los Angeles (IMTA LA '19) was an excellent opportunity for Jeffrey! He was so overwhelmed with excitement; he could not wait to start working with the Pro-Model and Talent Management staff to prepare for the convention! "IMTA was something I looked forward to from the moment I joined Pro-Model and Talent Management. Being able to have the support of the staff along with the extensive preparation that they gave me was a blessing," Jeffrey said.

Jeffrey's trip to IMTA LA '19 was an amazing step forward in his career! He treasures the friendships he made with the fellow PMTM contestants and attributes the bond of the PMTM group as a part of what made the convention amazing. Jeffrey had no problem whatsoever competing in the talent and model competitions. "The PMTM staff helped me gain confidence in my performances and that truly made me enjoy every single one... My favorite competition was the TV Real People competition!"

Jeffrey received interest from several agencies and managers at IMTA LA '19 and chose the prestigious Talent Inc. to represent him nationally. What an amazing opportunity!

Jeffrey is planning to move to New York City this summer and plans to dive right into auditioning. Screen-time and more experience are what Jeffrey is most eager to gain while pursuing his acting career. Jeffrey's greatest goal is to break boundaries in the industry and play a variety of roles, showing that there are no limitations that occur when hard work and creativity meet.

Jeffrey has some pretty cool advice for any model or talent who wants to pursue a career in the entertainment business: "Once I embraced who I was and let the industry see that, the success came with it!"

Pro-Model and Talent Management is eager to see what the future holds for this very talented young man, as he takes the entertainment industry by storm!