More Weird Beauty Products. Do Not Try These at Home!

Today I have decided that we are not talking about trade shows, promotions, events or promotional models. It took me a while to find something to blog about but when I saw this video it just felt right. It is so expensive to be a woman, especially a woman in this industry who is booked based on their looks. Sorry, but it's true. Women pay to get their hair cut/colored. Women pay for make up. Women pay for clothes, shoes, undergarments for those clothes, accessories, work clothes, work out clothes, going out clothes, and the list goes on and on. Women pay to get their nails done, go tanning, skin care, waxing, and a lot of women pay for cosmetic surgery. It's expensive. Not only is it costly to be a female but there is a lot of pressure to be a certain size and look a certain way. When I saw this video I just giggled. I couldn't believe that these area actual products on the market. Every time I stop in the health and beauty isle or go to Ulta I can't believe how many products there are. I have used the same things my whole life, I guess I keep it basic. Watch this if you need a laugh! http://video.allure.com/watch/nicole-byer-reviews-weird-beauty-products Team Pink Avenue

WHAT Happened to the Pay Rate in This Industry??

Is it just me or has the pay gone down in this industry. The team at Pink Avenue Models is all over social media and we see all of the job postings on FB and I can't remember the last time that I saw a posting for more than $18 - 20 per hour. I have seen this for in store demos, special events and trade shows! This is a problem. Pink Avenue Models will turn 8 in 2 days and we have worked with hundreds of clients. We have a lot of clients that respect the promotional model position but we do get clients that think they should be paid pennies, deserve unpaid lunch and won't reimburse parking. These are the clients that request supermodels for $10 per hour. We do not work with those clients. As an ex promotional model my first priority is our staff. I think that treating your staff is important. They deserve to be paid well and paid on time. Being a promotional model is not easy work. Imagine standing for 8 hours in heels while smiling and having pointless conversation with strangers while being harassed and having to prove that you are more than a pretty face. That is an average day at a trade show. Something has to be done, this pay rate is way to low for what the job entails. Team Pink Avenue  

Something Fun/Interesting to Read

I saw an article today and it really has nothing to do with Pink Avenue Models, trade shows, events or promotions. It doesn't really have anything to do with promotional models either even though I know a couple that have been on the show. I can honestly say that I have watched the Bachelor a couple times in my life, I don't love it, I actually hate the way they make the girls look so crazy. Is it entertaining, yes. I also find it annoying. I saw this article pop up on social media today and I read it, I actually find it shocking. I know the contestants get paid for their time on the show, I don't think it is much. I do think it is crazy that these women are expected to arrive with enough dresses for 10 rose ceremonies, I don't have a single gown that I could wear and wouldn't want to buy 10! Dresses are expensive. On top of the 10 gowns they are expected to have clothes for all types of dates. Here is the link if you want to read about this: http://www.elle.com/culture/a42639/things-you-never-knew-about-getting-dressed-on-the-bachelor/?src=socialflowFB Team Pink Avenue  

Las Vegas Trade Shows - March 2017

I know a promotional model that goes to Las Vegas every single month, and it's not for work, she loves Vegas that much. I have mentioned many times before that Vegas is not my favorite city, I actually dread going there. However, it is great for business and a great place for trade shows. Las Vegas is definitely one of the busiest cities for this industry, it is home to some of the biggest trade shows. Here is a look at events taking place in Vegas this March. ConExpo-Con/Agg 2017. March 7 - 11. MillerCoors Distributor Conference 2017. March 13 - 17. ASD Las Vegas. March 19 - 22. 3rd Annual International Photo Booth Expo. March 20 - 22. Globalshop 2017. March 28 - 30. National Association for Pizzeria Operators - Annual International Pizza Expo. March 28 - 30. Nightclub and Bar Show 2017. March 28 - 29. International Wireless Communications Expo 2017. March 29 - 30. Digital Signage Expo 2017. March 29 - 30. If you need trade show models for these conventions or any other event please contact the team at Pink Avenue Models. We can be reached at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information. Team Pink Avenue

Chicago Trade Shows - March 2017

It's the end of January and I am still freezing in Chicago. I am definitely looking forward to Spring and warmer weather. Today we are looking ahead to trade shows taking place in March, warmer weather is ahead! McCormick Place PITTCON. March 5 -9. Concur Technologies 2017 FUSION Conference. March 14 - 17. International Home and Housewares Show. March 18 - 21. America's Beauty Show / IECSC. March 25 - 27. Rosemont Convention Center World of Wheels. March 3 - 5. Gordon Food Service Spring Food Show. March 15. Chicago Tattoo Arts Convention Rosemont. March 17 - 19. The Fanatics Sports Spectacular. March 17 - 19. The Franchise Expo. March 25 - 26. Imark Showcase 2017. March 28 - 30. If you need trade show models for these conventions or any other event please contact the team at Pink Avenue Models. We can be reached at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information. Team Pink Avenue    

Routes Americas 2017 - Las Vegas

It's back and expected to be the biggest yet. Routes Americas will be taking place in Las Vegas next month. This trade show is expecting over 800 aviation professionals, over 80 airlines, over 300 airports forecasted, over 50 tourism authorities, more than 200 prearranged meetings, and over 20 speakers. This is a great networking experience and the chance to meet with some of the best people in aviation. If you need promotional models for this event please contact the team at Pink Avenue Models. We can be reached at 312.834.5200 or by email at info@Pinkavenuemodels.com for more information. Team Pink Avenue

Time for a Pink Avenue Rant

It's time for a rant. This has happened a couple of times recently and it has happened in the same city. I worked as a promotional model for many years and am still heavily involved in the industry. I see the social media posts, I have friends that still work and I am aware of how much promotional models should get paid. Working trade shows and events for many years gave me a clear understanding of the pay range. Working as a promotional model for many years gives promotional models that work for Pink Avenue Models an advantage because I will always be on their side and try to do what is best for them. We pay fast, we pay within range and we are very careful about what events we agree to work on and what uniforms are appropriate. We send out detailed castings to see who is available for certain jobs, the pay rate is listed on there. Models tell me that they are available and then ask for more money. I'm confused, you told me you were available and then asked for more money when the client wanted to book you? This is when I have to agree that some people in this industry are divas and take the title model way to far, Mariah Carey attitude. To sum things up... a client has a budget, we stick to that budget and offer local talent work, they agree to work for a set rate. That is where it ends. If you ask for more money you are eliminated from that position. We book hundreds of events a year and have for almost 9 years, we know what we are doing. Team Pink Avenue