Kate Benson

About Kate Benson

I’m a travel writer, lifestyle model, and founder of Steele Publishing, telling stories that blend elegance, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the way people live, work, and explore the world.My work appears in Clientele Luxury Global Magazine, where I cover destinations from the world’s most private ski clubs to remote island escapes and the boutique properties that define quiet luxury. I write with a cinematic, sensory style—inviting readers into the moment, from the first sip of wine at sunset to the hush of snowfall outside an alpine chalet.I’m also the author of my memoir “Second Fiddle”, a candid look at love, identity, and partnership behind the scenes of a high-profile career. It’s a story about harmony, ambition, and the strength it takes to stand beside someone in the spotlight while finding your own.My background as a lifestyle model brings an eye for detail—fashion, aesthetics, and the small touches that shape an experience. And my life in travel keeps me immersed in global culture, hospitality, wellness, and the stories that deserve to be told next.Today, I’m building a multifaceted brand that spans travel, editorial work, storytelling, and new ventures under the Steele Publishing umbrella—including future books and lifestyle projects.Always exploring. Always writing. Always creating something with intention.

Experience

1. Lifestyle Model

   Leighton Agency

   Apr 2023 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US

   I’m a lifestyle model represented by Leighton Agency, specializing in elegant, natural, story-driven commercial work. I partner with brands that value authenticity, refined aesthetics, and a modern, approachable sense of luxury.Recent campaigns include: • Hilton El Conquistador — capturing relaxed desert luxury, wellness-driven travel moments, and the effortless warmth of resort life. • Harrah’s Ak-Chin — showcasing hospitality, entertainment, and elevated leisure experiences with a clean, relatable visual style.Whether on location or in studio, I bring a polished presence, strong awareness of composition and movement, and the ability to create imagery that feels lived-in, aspirational, and true to the brand.I’m drawn to projects in travel, wellness, fashion, hospitality, and lifestyle—anything that lets me blend elegance with a sense of adventure.Always building, always refining, always ready for the next great shoot.

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor, Journalism; Marketing; Public Relations/Advertising Secondary; Psychology (social & organizational)

  2003 — 2007