We had the good fortune of connecting with William Maestas and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi William, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
Over the past 12+ years I have worked in the Colorado fashion industry in many different capacities. First as a model, then on the event production side helping backstage, obtaining sponsors and vendors, managing check-in and VIPs at events, as a runway photographer and an editorial and portrait photographer, and as a talent coordinator and manager. Having all of these different experiences and skills has given me an advantage, and I plan to run with it. I respect and have expressed interest in working with some of the already existing agencies, but have never been given a long term opportunity with one. Having seen and heard of many models in the industry all over the world that have been taken advantage of by agencies, photographers, designers, etc., has fueled my desire to create something different. That’s where Mesh Model Management comes in – a boutique agency dedicated to supporting talented individuals ethically. Our goal is simple: to provide top-notch representation and management to a diverse group of models and talent.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Mesh Model Management distinguishes itself by its commitment to ethical practices in the fashion industry. As Colorado’s premier boutique model and talent agency, Mesh is dedicated to uncovering, nurturing, and guiding the careers of exceptionally gifted individuals. Our focus on diversity ensures representation for a wide range of models and talent, reflecting the rich diversity of our community. With a pledge to provide the highest level of representation and professional management and development, Mesh Model Management stands as a beacon of integrity and excellence in the cutthroat landscape of the fashion industry.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If a close friend was visiting Northern Colorado there are so many things I would want to show them, some of which depend on the time of the year! I always love bringing friends to The Mishawaka up the Poudre Canyon for lunch or a concert! There is nothing else quite like it in the summer. Another day I would want to take them up to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park. A beautiful hike in the park, followed by brunch at Brunch & Co. at The Stanley Hotel and shopping for sweets downtown Estes Park is a perfect day! There will definitely be a dinner and Lychee Martinis at Young’s Cafe one night, it has been one of my family go-to restaurants my entire life. Another favorite dinner spot would have to be Rare Italian in Old Town Fort Collins. We would have to go out to a few bars after dinner. Elliot’s Martini Bar, Surfside, Steakout and Trailhead are a few of my usual stops, typically with several familiar faces along the way. I’m sure we would also end up at Island Grill at some point!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I feel like my long time best friend and fellow creative, Bri Keefer, deserves recognition in my story. Bri has supported my crazy ideas since the beginning (middle school), and has always been there with judgment free advice, constructive feedback, encouragement, hands on assistance during events, and so so so much more. We have been through so many things together, she truly understands how I work and think. She has been a huge asset at my fundraiser fashion shows and is consistently someone I can rely on. Bri is an extremely talented, multifaceted artist and a constant source of inspiration. I love you Bri!

Website: https://www.meshmodelmanagement.com/

Instagram: @wmaestas

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wmaestas/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/wmaestas

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willmaestas

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8wGkX63kYTz42DzXAwMeAA

Other: https://www.williammaestas.net

Image Credits
Regina Foster Eric Forbes Ricardo Mejia Zoe Ilana William Maestas Olivia Martinez John Zamora

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