Some 50 years ago , Peter Glenn, a famous model and scholar, began to compile and publish the resources that are still being published today. Peter Glenn Publications, which was formerly established in 1956, publishes resource directories and "How To" books for the Film, Fashion, Modeling & Talent industries.

From those early days, the resources of PGP were widely used and accepted by leading industry professionals such as Eileen Ford, Wilhelmina and the late photographer, Francesco Scavullo to name a few...Now you will find our resources on the desks of most media and advertising executives, modeling and talent agencies, casting directors, production companies and even on the set of the hit show "Just Shoot Me" as a standing prop. You can also find them available through your local bookstore or right here at the PGDIRECT Store.

In 1991, Peter Glenn, after a glamourous modeling career and the author of several books and directories passed away at the age of 69. Upon Peter's death, PGP was continued by life-long friend, Chip Brill. Chip Brill has been responsible for the creative and art direction for the last two decades. Under Chip's guidance, the company continued to grow and expand until it was sold to Blount Communications Corporation in January 1997 to Gregory James Blount. Gregory was then the Associate Publisher for the previous four years under Chip Brill, as well as being a former Zoli model and a graduate from The University of South Carolina with a film degree and has worked on such movies as "Days of Thunder" and "Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken". As a tribute to both Peter and Chip for their hard work, integrity and dedication, the company's name was kept.

In July 1999, Gregory announced plans to launch this web site, www.pgdirect.com.  PGDIRECT.com is a fully-integrated, multi-media creative resource comprised of 50 years of information, which includes over 23,000 company profiles published in four directories & this website. PGDIRECT.com was officially launched in January 2001. Today, through the use of our proprietary technology, company profiles are updated instantly as our editors continue to grow and expand our database providing pgdirect.com subscribers the latest information needed for their next project.

"Our publications can be found on the desks of creative professionals around the world and now they can log on to our web site for the latest information and contacts for the film, fashion, modeling & talent industries. Additionally, aspiring talent, whether it is models, actors, photographers, film makers or musicians, can use our resources to begin a career in the entertainment industry."

Gregory James, President

In 2001, Gregory launched a production company, ESB Productions Inc. and created the So You Want To Be A Model Contest, which is an educational program to teach young people about the possible successes and pitfalls that surrounding the modeling industry, while allowing twelve finalists the opportunity to compete and win a modeling contract with a top New York modeling agency.  Gregory manages the careers of the Top Winner and has helped successful build careers through the Contest, including Kelsey Harrod and last years star, Shelby Keeton.

Gregory partnered with the #1 teen magazine in the United States, CosmoGIRL! magazine, MasterCard and Supermodel Niki Taylor to support the contest.

Check out www.soyouwanttobeamodel.com for more information.