Talent

What Talent does

Talent INC is a privately held entertainment networking and talent development company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with additional corporate offices in Orlando, Toronto, and London. The company's core product is a selective talent development program that scouts 3,000–5,000 aspiring performers annually across the US, Canada, and UK, selecting fewer than 500 for a 20-hour group training curriculum that culminates in performances at four annual international showcases (two in Orlando, one in Toronto, one in the UK). Top agencies including Wilhelmina Models, IMG, Ford Models, and CESD attend the showcases, creating a two-sided marketplace between aspiring talent (ages 4+) and agencies, with Talent INC positioning itself around a 1:10 performer-to-industry-leader ratio.

The company monetizes through multiple streams: development program participation fees, showcase registration, Charlotte-based recurring talent classes priced at $125 per month for a four-class series, and one-on-one coaching at $40–$60 per hour (plus recording services). A free two-hour introductory workshop and audition serves as the top-of-funnel, and regional directors across North America and the UK channel performers into the program. Distribution is primarily event-driven and field-led, supplemented by an online audition registration system and organic social/SEO marketing. Notable alumni include Brooklyn Decker, Jessica Stroup, and Coy Stewart, and the company holds an A+ BBB rating and accreditation.

Operationally, Talent INC is a small services business (1–10 employees) with leadership including President Joshua Meeks and Founder/CEO Scott Cooper. The technology stack is minimal — the company is not disclosed as having proprietary platforms, algorithms, or AI capabilities. Compliance posture includes COPPA compliance, PCI/SSL-secured transactions, and a California Online Privacy Protection Act reference, appropriate for handling payments and data for minors. The company is powered by Cox Group and is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding, M&A activity, or parent entity.

Name

Talent

Legal name

Talent Inc

Website

https://talent-inc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Talent INC is a Charlotte-based entertainment networking company that scouts aspiring performers across the US, Canada, and the UK, selecting under 500 annually for a development program and international showcases attended by top talent agencies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Entertainment Talent Development Services

NAICS

Agents and Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Public Figures (7114), Fine Arts Schools (61161), Fine Arts Schools (611610)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Talent Booking Agencies (Live Performance) (MPAIAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Entertainment Booking & Speaker/Talent Management (HSACAAAI), Talent Agency & Representation Services (HSACAHAK)

Keywords

• Talent development services
• Entertainment industry training
• Performance workshops
• Talent showcase events
• Acting modeling coaching

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Development Program Fees: Revenue from their selective talent development program where under 500 performers are chosen from 3,000-5,000 auditions annually. Selected talent receives 20 hours of group training plus showcase participation.
2. Talent Classes: Monthly classes in Charlotte, NC covering modeling, runway, photo movement, acting, and improv. Priced at $125 for a series of 4 classes per month, or $100 per additional class.
3. Private Coaching: One-on-one coaching sessions in singing ($40/hour), acting ($40/hour), modeling and runway ($40/hour), and dance ($60/hour). Also offers audition recording with coaching and uploading services.
4. Showcase Registration: Fees for participation in national and international showcases where talent perform in front of top agencies from around the world.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Talent Inc is an entertainment networking and talent development company that provides training, evaluation, and showcase opportunities for aspiring performers. It operates structured development programs, recurring talent classes, private coaching, and live showcase/audition events, sourced through its own curriculum and delivered directly to individual performers.

Product overview

Talent INC operates as a talent development and showcase company offering a unified program combining educational workshops, personal coaching, and international showcase events. The core Talent INC Program provides 20-hour group development training for selected performers, complemented by additional offerings including National and International Showcases in the US, Canada, and UK, as well as in-person Charlotte-based talent classes covering acting, modeling, and runway skills.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Talent Development Program Structured, multi-component program that combines training, evaluation, and showcase opportunities for aspiring performers seeking to enter the entertainment industry. Designed for individual performers and the parents/guardians funding their development.
• Performance Workshops Group workshop sessions delivering focused training in performance skills for aspiring actors, models, and entertainers. Targeted at individual performers seeking structured skill development.
• Talent Classes Recurring instructional classes covering performance skills and industry preparation for aspiring performers enrolled through individual or family registration.
• Private Coaching One-on-one coaching sessions providing personalized skill development and performance preparation for individual performers willing to pay a premium for tailored instruction.
• Showcases and Auditions Live showcase and audition events that give enrolled performers the opportunity to perform in front of industry representatives and gain exposure. Targeted at aspiring performers and parents seeking visibility opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Under 500 selected from 3,000-5,000 annual auditions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Acting Out StudioscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional director bringing groups of talent to Talent INC showcases. Located in Charlotte, NC. Responsible for selecting and developing talent for the program.
• Dan Talent GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional director bringing talent to Talent INC showcases. Based in Nashville, TN area. Selects and trains performers for the development program.
• Evolution Talent AgencycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCharlotte, NC based talent agency that brings performers to Talent INC showcases. Has produced multiple successful alumni including Brett Zimmerman and Eric Brody.
• UpNext TalentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional talent director bringing performers to Talent INC development program and showcases.
• Talent INC The StudiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStudio operation supporting Talent INC talent development and showcase activities.
• The People's HausminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner organization supporting Talent INC talent development and showcase events.
• BBIGentminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional organization partnership for services related to talent representation and industry connections.
• B Cook Media PhotographyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPhotography services partnership for talent marketing materials and promotional content.
• Wilhelmina ModelscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWilhelmina Models Worldwide leads Runway Workshop Masterclass at Talent INC showcases. Ben Yang from Wilhelmina NYC personally coaches performers on runway techniques. Has scouted and developed models through Talent INC connections.
• Royal Caribbean - Independence of the SeasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK National Conference venue. Performers depart from Southampton UK and travel to Zeebrugge (Brussels) and Le Havre (Paris) on the luxury cruise ship.
• Dorinda Duncan / Royal Berkshire Academy of Performing ArtscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK Country Director. Founded Royal Berkshire Academy of Performing Arts and full-service agency for young performers. Trained performers who appeared in Harry Potter, West End productions, and major commercials.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• John Casablancas Modeling and Acting Centers: Franchised modeling and acting school network providing training, development, and agency introduction services. Directly competes with Talent INC's Charlotte-based classes and development programs.
• Backstage: Leading online casting platform for actors. Both Talent INC and Backstage serve aspiring performers seeking agency representation and auditions, though Backstage is a self-serve digital marketplace while Talent INC curates live showcase events.
• Casting Networks: Digital casting platform used by major agencies and casting directors. Serves the same aspiring talent pool as Talent INC but through online submissions and self-tapes rather than live showcase events.
• Explore Talent: Online talent discovery platform connecting aspiring actors and models with agencies. Competes with Talent INC for the same aspiring-performer customer segment but operates as a self-serve directory rather than curated showcase events.
• Barbizon Modeling and Acting: Modeling and acting training school with nationwide locations. Offers similar development programs, classes, and showcase opportunities for aspiring talent as Talent INC.

Broad incumbents

• IMG Models: Global modeling agency (also part of Endeavor/WME). Attends Talent INC showcases as a partner agency but operates its own scouting and development programs for new talent.
• Wilhelmina Models: Major global modeling and talent agency. While a Talent INC partner that attends showcases, Wilhelmina also runs its own model development programs and represents the talent that Talent INC helps discover.
• New York Film Academy (NYFA): Performing arts school offering acting programs with showcase opportunities. Competes in the talent development space with formal educational credentials versus Talent INC's showcase-focused approach.

Others

• CESD Talent Agency: Major commercial talent agency that attends Talent INC showcases. As a customer of Talent INC's showcase platform, CESD represents the buyer-side of the market Talent INC serves.

Regional players

• NYCDA (New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts): Acting conservatory providing professional training with showcase opportunities. Serves overlapping talent-development mission as Talent INC but operates primarily in the Northeast US.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TalentINCInternational
• Instagraminstagram.com/talentincinternational
• Xx.com/TalentINCshow
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/successful-talent-inc

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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