Remember those fun “slap on” bracelets that you enjoyed so much as a kid? If so, then be prepared to take a trip down memory lane. Ritmo Mundo’s new Reflex watch has taken Hollywood by storm as celebrities have been seen sporting these LED light up devices. At an affordable price, you’ll be “spending” most of your “time” explaining to your friends what the cool thing on your wrist is. 

            The Network Talent has teamed up with president and CEO of Ritmo Mundo, Ali Soltani, to host a contest giving away six of these stylish watches! Soltani says that time is an essential element. “We have to appreciate time. My objective is to make an imprint on peoples lives with watches”.

            Noticing the lack of watches on the wrists of what he calls the “Z” generation, Soltani began to brainstorm on what type of product could catch the attention of a younger demographic. “This is a watch with more than just the function of telling time,” Soltani explains. “With all the kids carrying around smart phones these days, we needed something that would touch the nerves of this younger generation,” 

            And that it has. The Reflex comes in 18 different colors and is waterproof. Its chic design allows it to be worn in different settings such as at the nightclub because of its LED format, the beach with its waterproof design, or even to the gym with its comfort and convenience.

            The Network’s very own Matt Rojas, Kylee Dashefsky, and Courtney Johnson had the opportunity to model the Reflex as well as a few other styles of Ritmo Mundo’s merchandise this past weekend. Kylee enjoyed its unique design. 

            “I like that it’s durable. I feel like it would be great for athletes”.

            Celebrities such as Brad Pitt and Miley Cyrus have been seen rocking Ritmo Mundo as well as professional surfer Adriano De Sousa, ranked # 1 on the 2013 ASP world tour.

            While The Network has already given away 5 REFLEX watches, our final giveaway will be on July 4th. Follow @NetworkModeling and @Ritmo_Mundo on Twitter for more information!

            

               And he’s off! Mark Casi, one of The Network Talent’s brightest young stars, has safely made it to Milan for Men’s Fashion Week! I talked with Mark before he left to get a little background on this fresh faced model who is being looked at by top clients such as Calvin Klein and Versace.

             Mark had to do a bit of development before his jet setting adventure began. He lost 20 pounds and said it was very hard to lose the weight.“They said I was too muscular from football. You know, too much of a man", Mark chuckled.

             When asked how he managed to do it, Mark replied, “Carbs are the enemy. No fruit, just meat and veggies. Everything else is bad. I exercised a lot with my trainer and passed out after one training session”. Regarding his schedule in Milan, Casi says he will be extremely busy but hopes to find time to explore his roots, as he is a “proud Italian”.

              Sorry girls, Mark is taken! His relationship with Miss Tennessee, Wesley Ware, is pretty serious. While the time difference from Tennessee to Milan is six hours, Mark says they’ll make it work. He offered to buy for her flight to come with, but they have settled to Skype every day.

              Mark isn’t just looks; he’s got brains too! When asked how he will manage both modeling and college, Mark replied, “I really love modeling, but my brain is going to last longer than my body." After discussing his academic scholarship to the honors college at Alabama State University, which he will be attending in the fall, Mark says he is unsure on what to major in, but he’s not worried. He explains that with his full ride, classes are free. "I can take my time figuring out what I want to be,” Mark explained.

             While his plate is full for the fall, He still plans to join a fraternity. Mark says juggling modeling, social activities and academia won’t be easy, but he’ll make it happen. With determination like this, our team at The Network Talent is positive that Mark Casi will do great things.

Stay tuned for updates and pictures on Mark’s travels and make sure to follow Mark at @MarkCasi17