Next Management

Next Management is a prominent modeling and talent agency that has represented high-profile figures like Alexa Chung, Milla Jovovich, and Billie Eilish. The agency is currently facing increased scrutiny due to the alleged involvement of its former executive, Faith Kates, with Jeffrey Epstein. Kates, who ran the agency until November of last year, is reported to have had a close friendship with Epstein and allegedly introduced him to models represented by Next Management. This has led to calls from modeling industry activists, such as Sara Ziff of the Model Alliance, for investigations into the role modeling agencies may have played in facilitating Epstein's abuse. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about the safety and treatment of models and the potential for exploitation within the fashion industry, making Next Management a focal point in the broader discussion of accountability and reform.