Besserat Habtes is an Eritrean-American fashion model hailing from the Midwest. She was born and raised in Springfield, Illinois. Besserat specializes in runway modeling and has traveled across the nation and even overseas modeling in countless runway shows. She has been featured in numerous publications and runway shows such as Hope for Women Magazine, NFocus Louisville Magazine, LA Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week, and more. 

 

 

In 2016, Besserat transitioned from the forefront to behind the scenes and began producing her own events. She's produced many events ranging from music, fashion, fundraisers and benefits to name a few. Her experience as a fashion model fostered the knowledge needed to know and understand what it takes to put on a successful production.

 

 

From event production, she transitioned to social media management, talent booking and management. Besserat has a host of clients and is most known for her work with local cover band, Kapital Sound. A key factor to Besserat's success is that she's not only resourceful but skilled at filling in the gaps. She's no stranger to education and has been known to learn new skills such as graphic and web design to help elevate her clients. 

 

In her spare time she enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling, and listening to live music. Besserat's goal is to ultimately give back to her community. She hopes to create more platforms for talent to shine at home and develop their craft before embarking onto the next chapter.

 

"There are so many talented people in Central Illinois, but not a lot of opportunity. Let's change that." - Besserat Habtes