I contacted Hoffman almost four years ago after a ...

I contacted Hoffman almost four years ago after a friend recommended that my daughter look into modeling. The results were amazing, but probably not for the reasons that everyone might assume. Has my daughter modeled? Yes, some. Has my daughter been in commercials? Yes, a few. Has my daughter been in videos, movies or other media? Yes, once. Has my daughter been signed by a New York Modeling Agency? Yes. But, those achievements pale in comparison to the agency's role in teaching, leading, and exemplifying to my daughter what confident, strong women can achieve if they are committed and work hard. I spend thousands of dollars for my other kids to play competitive sports and musical instruments. This child did not participate in those types of activities and was incredibly shy and self-conscious when she walked through the doors at Hoffman. They are kind, compassionate, eager, exacting, professional, dedicated women who take ownership of their responsibilities and commitments to their talent. I believe in taking the broader view. My son will not play in the NBA, my other son will never play the piano at Carnegie Hall, and my other daughter will not receive a Division I scholarship to play her sport, but I wouldn't take back one dollar of my investment in their experiences. My daughter may not grace the cover of Vogue, but she might. Regardless, I will not regret paying for her classes and travel expenses associated with her modeling career. It has helped make her the wonderful, smart, savvy and confident young woman that she is today.