Maria Shantanova

Maria Shantanova is an experienced talent and model with a diverse background in the fashion and business industries. Currently serving as a talent at Prestigious Models & Image Powerhouse since March 2021, Maria has previously worked as a model for Diva Models Cph and Elite Model Management in Hong Kong. Between May 2004 and August 2015, Maria owned China Matters, a trading company focused on importing furniture, building materials, and crafts between China and Russia. Additionally, Maria contributed to the family business as a purchase manager at shik, overseeing a furniture showroom in Ulan-Ude, Russia, from January 2002 to January 2015. Maria holds a degree from Tsinghua University, obtained in 2008.