Behind the Curtain with Fashion Show Producer and Icon Terri Morgan

Alysse Bryson and Libby Sundgren sit down with Seattle fashion icon Terri Morgan, owner and director of TCM Models and Talent, on this episode of BEATS WORKING. With over 35 years in the industry, Terri shares how the world of fashion events has adapted post-pandemic, the realities behind inclusivity on the runway, the essential blend of grit and creativity in her business, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories…some glamorous, some delightfully chaotic! If you’ve ever wondered what really happens backstage at fashion week — or what it takes to build a legacy in fashion — this episode is for you. Timestamps:  [00:00] - Alysse’s hilarious fashion show mishap 😬 [02:15] - Terri Morgan and her impact on the NW fashion/events scene  [03:12] - Fashion event pivots during and after the pandemic  [06:38] - Runway inclusivity, shifting trends, and the realities of sample sizing  [11:22] - Social media and technology’s impact on modeling and event production  [14:07] - Kids in modeling, parent pitfalls, and working “momagers”  [17:47] - Model development, agency/family culture, and radical candor  [24:04] - The realities of backstage chaos vs. onstage glamour  [26:17] - Creative process: music, media, choreography, and event inspiration  [33:21] - Mentorship, supporting local designers, and evolving Seattle’s fashion scene [35:39] - The unglamorous side: racks, secret parking spots, and makeshift event offices  [39:31] - Event day prep, rituals, and post-show decompression  [42:24] - Iconic runway moments and personal favorite productions  [44:52] - Alysse’s most embarrassing event memory (and a lesson in “girl code”)  [51:20] - Terri’s career journey, business legacy, and gratitude [52:27] Resources & Links: -Terri Morgan: LinkedIn  -TCM Models: Website, Facebook, Instagram -Bellevue Collection: Website & Fashion Week -Alysse & Libby: Bios & LinkedIn Connect with Us: -Website: www.beatsworkingpodcast.com -LinkedIn: @BEATS WORKING Show -Instagram: @beatsworkingshow -Facebook: @Beats Working Show -YouTube: @BEATSWORKINGPODCAST Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. BEATS WORKING is a platform on a mission to redeem work—the word, the place, and the way. We believe that work is the most honorable act in the universe, and through inspiring stories and practical insights, we want to transform the way people think about work and help them discover greater fulfillment in their lives. We invite you to join us as we build community through sharing and actively demonstrating what we learn.