Scott Lipps

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Scott Lipps

Scott Lipps is an American model mogul. He is the founder and CEO of One Management,[1] one of the top boutique model agencies in the world. One Management currently represents international stars such as Claudia Schiffer, Helena Christensen, Eva Herzigová, Karolina Kurkova, Kirsten Owen, Petra Nemcova, Linda Vojtova, Kenza Fourati, Hailey Clauson, Iman, Devon Aoki and Bar Refaeli.[2] One also represents rising star Carola Remer as well as actors Paz de la Huerta, Norman Reedus, Josie Maran, Kelly Brook, Jack Huston, and Selita Ebanks, and artists Courtney Love, A$AP Rocky, Steve Aoki, Tiesto and Cassie Ventura, better known as Cassie.

Early life

Born August 1, 1969, son of Barbara and Jerry Lipps, Scott was born and raised in Long Island, NY, where he first enrolled at the Percussion Institute of Technology and would later attend California State University at Northridge.[3] While in school, Scott also served as the drummer of L.A. band Black Cherry with the original singer from the L.A. Guns, Paul Black. In 1994 Scott met Mark McCoy (lead vocalist of Outlaw Blood) and recorded a project released on New Breed Records called the New Breed Worship Band with Rick Harchol and Holland Davis (writer of the platinum selling song "Let It Rise.") Scott learned management while touring with the band and supplemented his income by working for Lindy Goetz (manager for the Red Hot Chili Peppers).[4] Scott suffered a repetitive arm injury that put an end to his rock career.[5] At the suggestion of his mother, Scott started working for a relative that owned NEXT Model Management. The next year, Scott moved to New York to become president of Karin Models, a position that he held for 4 years.

Career

One Management

Scott Lipps started One Management in 2001. Celebrating its 10th year, One has grown to represent over 60 models and is considered one of the most important independent model and talent agencies in the world.

Musician

Scott Lipps returned to his musical roots, joining Courtney Love's band Hole as of the 10th Anniversary of One Management's party (September 2011, New York Fashion Week).

Blogger

In 2011, Scott created an influential fashion, music and party blog, www.poplipps.com. Poplipps is serialized every Friday in Interview Magazine and has been named one of the most influential fashion blogs by tumblr. Poplipps has been featured in Italian Vogue, Spanish Vogue, Spin Magazine and Muse. As the creator of Poplipps, Scott was invited to speak at the Lucky Magazine FABB Conference along with the Kardashian sisters.

Author

In 2013, Scott decided to create a physical extension of his blog and published his first book called "POPLIPPS: Plus One." His book has been featured in numerous publications, such as: Spanish Vogue, Interview, Nylon, WWD, Purple, the NY Times Magazine, and the NY Observer.

Filmography

In Fall 2011, Scott will be starring in the E! Entertainment network show "Scouted".[6]

References

  1. ↑ Olsen, Patricia R. (January 15, 2011). "From the Road to the Runway". New York Times. Retrieved 7 November 2011. 
  2. ↑ Kane, Michael (February 4, 2008). "Dream Job: Scott Lipps". New York Post. Retrieved 7 November 2011. 
  3. ↑ Olsen, Patricia R. (January 15, 2011). "From the Road to the Runway". The New York Times. Retrieved 7 November 2011. 
  4. ↑ Olsen, Patricia R. (January 15, 2011). "From the Road to the Runway". The New York Times. Retrieved 7 November 2011. 
  5. ↑ Kane, Michael (2008-02-04). "Dream Job: Scott Lipps". NYPOST.com. Retrieved 2011-11-04. 
  6. ↑ Adalian, Josef (2011-10-05). "E! Will Air Scouted, a Reality Show About Modeling - Vulture". Nymag.com. Retrieved 2011-11-04. 

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