Mr. Mark Chow, a renowned model turned celebrity, and entrepreneur, has established a strong reputation within the South East Asian modeling industry with his impressive portfolio of experience. His work has benefited many of the region's top fashion and lifestyle magazines, fashion shows and beauty pageants. And now, as a way of perpetuating his legacy, this Singapore's youngest modeling agency owner is all set to fully conquer the fast-paced and dynamic modeling industry of today. Geared with all the strongest attributes, in which a regional powerhouse possesses, Mark is prepared to contribute more than ever, to the industry.
Mark's involvement in the entertainment scene began at a rare and early age. It was with such passion and dedication for performing on stage during his school days, that his devotion to perform developed as he nurtured an interest in the show business industry. Soon, Mark made his first break and began his modeling career at the age of 14. After being spotted by one of the Singapore’s top modeling agencies, this child prodigy had no way but to move up as his popularity grew to such extent as to become Singapore’s most Sought-after model. He was featured in countless local magazines such as Teenage and Teen.
Because of his popularity in modeling, Mark was approached by then TCS to work together as a TV presenter for a local Chinese variety show, "In Generation", which was targeted at the young and hip. He was also offered to act in his debut drama, "A piece of sky" with TCS 8 and co-starred in his debut movie, Street Angel, all between a hectic 1997 to 1999. Besides being a professional and experienced model-celebrity, Mark has also mastered the art of choreography and through sheer hard work, determination, and humility, achieved mastery in the field of photography and styling by means of self-teaching and experience. It was then that he decided to go into the modeling business and hence, founded his own brand, Mark Chow Entertainment in 1997 and expanded the business within a year with a new division named, Mark Chow Studio House.
It was the entrepreneur in him, at an era when our government was still working a policy of protectionism of its people, that led him to co-found, and direct Chez Image & Modeling (formally known as Chez Vous located at Takashimaya) with widely-respected. It consisted of a makeup studio and a grooming centre, which provided training for all aspiring models to attend their catwalk, and make-up lessons, while image consultation sessions were conducted individually.
To date, he has groomed over 500 aspiring models and discovered titleholders such as Senior Manhunt 99, Mrs. Singapore 01, Supermodel 01, Mr. Singapore 02, Face of the Future 02 & 03, and New Urban Male 03 just for appetizers.
With his technical know-how, experience and knowledge of his line of business, he has produced, choreographed, and contributed to an appalling number editorial shoots, events, fashion shows, and beauty pageants.
Today, Mark continues striving to achieve his aim. The insatiable nature of Mark has warranted his constant searches and endeavors to make outstanding breakthroughs. The passion and devotion towards his all time interests have never wavered all these years.
This explains why he is still actively involved in producing shows and directing shoots despite his hectic schedule.
Mark is undoubtedly a major force behind the tremendous success of the then M. C. Models with his absolute passion for his business. He is constantly on the lookout for new partnerships, innovations, and creative, out-of-the-box ideas that is reflected by the strong branding of his agency in the market as a trend-setting leader. As a result, Mark Chow has significantly influenced the fashion and advertising industry in Singapore.
As one of the most outstanding industry’s modern pioneers in Singapore, and one of it’s leading entrepreneurs, Mr. Chow brings to our South East Asian locale, his undoubted track record in starting and running companies, his wide network of industry connections, as well as his prestigious projects that serve not only as glamorous avenues for new faces and models to develop to their utmost potential, but also to serve as a platform to boost our local business climate in these difficult times. Mr. Chow holds a Bachelor degree in Business Administration from Monash University, a member of The Group of Eight leading universities in Australia.
