Kim Alley a professional international model. In 1995 Alley was asked to work as an agent for Paris USA Models in New York City. For the next 10 years, Alley worked steadily as an agent for other companies in New York City, such as Bryan Bantry, APM Models and Elite Models. While working at these agencies, Alley managed the careers of many celebrities, stylists, photographers and models. In 2009 Alley started and produced "Virginia's Top Model" a Richmond, VA competition closely resembling "America's Next Top Model." The purpose of "Virginia's Top Model" was to spotlight one deserving contestant and take his or
Concentration of media ownership Corus Entertainment and Shaw Communications), Rogers Communications, Quebecor, and the government-owned CBC/Radio-Canada. Each of these companies holds a diverse mix of television, specialty television, and radio operations. Bell, Rogers, Shaw, and Quebecor also engage in the telecommunications industry with their ownership of internet providers, television providers, and mobile carriers, while Rogers is also involved in publishing. In 2007, CTVglobemedia, Rogers Media and Quebecor all expanded significantly through the acquisitions of CHUM Limited, CityTV and Osprey Media, respectively. In 2010, Canwest Global Communications, having filed for bankruptcy, sold its television assets to Shaw (through a new subsidiary, Shaw Media) and spun