The Mary Therese Friel Modeling Agency
Welcome to The Mary Therese Friel Modeling Agency
We are a Full Service Modeling Agency with a Complete Training Program. Established in 1987 by Mary Therese Friel, Former Miss USA, Ford Model, National Spokesperson and Goodwill Ambassador, we specialize in providing professional training in the areas of modeling, pageantry and self-development and we pride ourselves on representing professional models and actors.
We invite you to connect with us; personal service is our hallmark! You can reach us by phone, email or on Facebook. We look forward to hearing from you!
Making Dreams Come True Since 1987
After winning the Miss USA title, placing sixth in the Miss Universe Pageant and enjoying her own successful modeling career, Mary Therese Friel founded this company to help and encourage others to pursue their dreams.
The company began as a modeling, pageantry and self-development coaching facility for teenage girls. From the beginning, Mary Therese Friel’s formula was highly successful. Her personal guidance centered on the development of the whole person. This consisted of a well-rounded mix of boosting the girls’ self-confidence, improving their presentation skills and motivating them to be the best that they can be. Her company quickly became known for cultivating poised, confident and talented young ladies. This success enabled her company to expand to include training programs for both female and male students of all ages.
Today, Mary Therese Friel, LLC is a Full Service Modeling Agency with a Complete Training Program. The company has a long and impressive list of Clients and Credits. Mary Therese Friel, LLC offers products and services that include professional model representation and placement, well rounded training programs lead by industry experts and high quality modeling portfolios and composite cards.
Mary Therese Friel, LLC is well known for consistently serving the needs of all their clients with the same personal touch that has defined the company’s success. A commitment to providing their client’s with top-notch services and positive experiences has helped Mary Therese Friel, LLC build an excellent reputation, earn a Better Business Bureau A+ Rating and establish a proven track record of results that now spans three decades. Since 1987 they have been making dreams come true!
About the Owners
Mary Therese Friel, Founder & CEO
Mary Therese Friel established this company in 1987. She is a former Miss USA, Ford Model, National Spokesperson, Goodwill Ambassador and Author. Her career in the modeling industry began at age 11 and spans five decades. Her experience as a model, celebrity, coach and agent provides her with a unique and valuable perspective of both sides of the business.
Kent Friel, Executive Director
Kent Friel joined the company in 1995 as a full partner and has contributed greatly to the agency’s success in the training and development of talent, casting, production and management. His vision and expertise have been invaluable to the company’s growth and expansion.
Our Mission
To help and encourage you to be the best you can be.