Alycia Kaback currently represents Angelea Preston under both Colby and Kaback Models and invited Angelea to share her expertise at the September 17th VIP Talent Connect Summit.  Hailing from Buffalo, New York, Angelea Preston was 23 years old when she became a finalist onAmerica’s Next Top Model14. She had previously tried out for Cycle 12 but didn’t make the cut. On her second attempt, she showed that she had a lot to offer, like softening her tough attitude when it came to photos. She soon became one of the top competitors on the show, and made it to the finale. She left the show in third place and has since pursued modeling and acting.

After Cycle 14, she moved to New York City to continue the pursuit of her dream.  Angelea began earning her stripes as an editorial/commercial/runway model, walking for Richie Rich, LaureLux, and designer Willie Hall for NYC Fashion Week.  Her other Post ANTM credits include the expansion of her brand into acting, hosting and motivational speaking.  She continued to exude beauty and personality with television appearances such as her segment on The Tonight Show and a commercial for a Brazilian hair car product.  Angelea even has a movie credit to her name.  In 2011, she was cast as Adrenia in the film “Breathe” starring Robin Givens and Miguel Nunez, which was one of the featured films at the American Black Film Festival.  Angelea most recently served as a Red Carpet Correspondent at the AKOO 2011 Fashion Week Presentation.   She continues to prove how far determination and self-confidence can take you.  “I want people to know that your dreams are possible.  I can do it, you can do it too.  Just believe in yourself and don’t give up.  I don’t do what I do for me. I do it for my family and for Buffalo.  I love my city – 716.”

She also returned to America’s Next Top Model Cycle 17, also dubbed the All-Star Cycle. She joined other alums for another shot at the title. The winner will be receiving a special spread in Vogue Italia and a contract with CoverGirl cosmetics, in addition to joining the Express fashion campaign and a chance to become a correspondent on Extra. The Talent at the VIP Talent Connect Summit felt so privileged to gain insight into the industry from such an experienced person like Angelea.