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A lady named pearl

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PEARL

A LADY NAMED PEARL

Model  ·  Talent  ·  Recording Artist

Linda "Pearl" Fils-Aime


Runway & Print Model * Recording Artist & Performer * Film & Television Talent * Host & Live Event Producer

"Where fashion, music, and storytelling converge into a singular presence."


20+ Years in Industry

115 City Runway Tour

2 Studio Albums

35+ Music Video & Film Credits

Int'l Caribbean · UK · Haiti


About

A Presence That Commands Every Room

Linda "Pearl" Fils-Aime is a multidimensional talent whose career spans the runway, recording studio, film set, and concert stage. With more than two decades in the entertainment and fashion industries, Pearl has built a body of work that is as wide-ranging as it is impactful — defined by elegance, authenticity, and an unmistakable presence.


Pearl's modeling career took flight on the world-famous Ebony Fashion Fair — the legendary touring production that carried her across 115 cities throughout the United States and the Caribbean. That iconic stage shaped her runway mastery and established her as a model of enduring poise and professionalism.


Her print portfolio spans Essence Magazine, Upscale, Hype Hair, and Rolling Out, alongside catalog work, commercial campaigns, and e-commerce shoots for national brands. On screen, Pearl has appeared in the Marvel blockbuster Black Panther, the television series The Originals, Born Again Virgin, and has led multiple music videos for VP Records and independent artists, including four lead roles in her own original music video productions.


"Pearl doesn't just model a look — she inhabits it. She doesn't just perform a song — she lives it."


As a recording artist, Pearl has released two full-length albums — Transformation and Born Again Shine — alongside a mixtape, singles, and a series of original music videos in which she served as producer and lead. She has performed at the Compas Festival in Miami, the Winter Music Conference, Haiti Flag Day, the High Museum of Art's Basquiat Tribute in Atlanta, and alongside celebrated artists including India Arie and Anthony David.


As a live event host, Pearl has commanded stages across the United States and internationally — including the Taliah Waajid International Tour in London, the World Natural Hair Show in Atlanta, Kinks Curls & Waves in Harlem and New Orleans, and the Bronner Brothers' Andre Walker Hair show.


Pearl has also appeared on Tedx Talks for her innovative approach in creating leaders through her modeling school, Pearl School of Modeling!

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MODEL THE BEST YOU

What Audiences Experience


The 7 Principles

From her book "Pearls of Wisdom," Pearl teaches:

Walk with Confidence – Embody great posture and individuality 

Find the Voice Within – Connect with your intuition

Live Your Passion – Build a life aligned with your passion and natural strengths

Love Yourself – Cultivate unshakeable self-worth

Your Body Is Your Temple – Honor and care for body

Surround Yourself with the Greats – Build circles that elevate you

Give Back – Give Back to your community 


When Pearl takes the stage, she doesn't just deliver a speech—she creates transformation.

Her signature program "Model The Best You" is a 75-minute experience combining:

  • Powerful keynote teaching on the 7 Principles of confidence and leadership
  • Personal storytelling from runway to boardroom to entrepreneurship
  • Live music performance of original empowerment songs that reinforce the message
  • Interactive engagement that leaves audiences inspired to take immediate action

Pearl speaks to:

  • High schools and universities seeking to empower young women with confidence, poise, and leadership skills
  • Corporate women's groups and ERGs focused on professional development and personal branding
  • Conferences and summits centered on women's empowerment, leadership, and entrepreneurship
  • Mother-daughter events bringing generations together around shared growth

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WHO IS A LADY NAMED PEARL

CAREER

  • Founder of A Lady Named Pearl Foundation Inc (2015 - Present)
  • Founder of Pearl School of Modeling (2014 - Present)
  • Clark Atlanta University Business School Professor (2011 - 2017)
  • Fortune 1 Analyst (2008 - 2011)
  • MBA - Honors Cum Laude (2006 - 2008)
  • Ebony Fashion Fair Model (2003 - 2004)


AWARDS & RECOGNITION

  • 2025: Badass Woman Philanthropy Award - Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
  • 2024: Philanthropic Award - HANA Awards
  • 2023: Woman of Honor Award
  • 2020: Positive Change / Most Influential Award – PBFW Black Excellence Gala
  • 2019: Best of Atlanta Award – Atlanta Award Program
  • 2018: Featured on TED Talks for our innovative approach to transforming modeling into a leadership development tool
  • 2017 - Unsung Heroine Award: Saving Children and Families 
  • 2016 - Recognized in Atlanta Tribune Young Executives as “One To Watch” 
  • 2014 - Recognized as one of “Atlanta’s Hottest Celebrities” by Creative Loafing


Full Resume 

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