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Sakura Modeling is an internal training and representation arm focused on developing professional modeling capability within the Sakura ecosystem. The company operates a structured, year-long academy program conducted at Bareback Estate, providing eligible participants with formal instruction, test shoots, and practical industry exposure.

Management

Tiffany Wang

Managing Member

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Tiffany provides ownership-level oversight for Sakura Modeling, establishing the standards that govern academy operations, talent development, and presentation quality across all modeling disciplines. She defines curriculum expectations, certification thresholds, and professional conduct requirements to ensure training outcomes remain consistent, repeatable, and aligned with industry-facing expectations. Her leadership also reinforces operational discipline around auditions, evaluations, portfolio readiness, and brand presentation, helping ensure Sakura Modeling functions as a credible internal academy with a controlled representation capability across the broader Sakura ecosystem.

Born in 1986 in Fujian, China, and raised in Los Angeles, Tiffany built her career in modeling and business development before founding Sakura Geisha in 2013. She is a proud lesbian and the wife of Christina Doan. Tiffany mentors staff while representing the company at select engagements. Tiffany is a natural 36Y cup resulting from juvenile gigantomastia. She networks in support groups and hires afflicted women.

Languages: Mandarin, Hokkien Taiwanese, English, French

Education:

2018 - Masters of Business Administration from UC Irvine
2013 - Make-up certification from the Make-up Designory
2012 - Associate's degree in Cosmetology from Pasadena City College
2009 - Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology from UCLA

Christina Doan

Academy Director

Christina oversees academy operations and training execution for Sakura Modeling, ensuring that instruction, evaluations, and participant development remain aligned with the company’s standards for presentation, discipline, and professional readiness. She guides curriculum delivery, rehearsal structure, practical skill development, and day-to-day training coordination while working closely with staff and participants to maintain consistency across the year-long program. Her leadership helps ensure that trainees progress through the academy with clear standards, strong operational support, and a polished, industry-facing level of preparation.

Born in 1990 in Hanoi, Vietnam, Christina moved to Los Angeles at age two and later studied business management. She is a proud lesbian and the wife of Sakura founder Tiffany Wang. Christina helped build the company from its early stages and is now one of its most in-demand directors. She is single and collects Hello Kitty memorabilia. She is a natural 36N cup.

Languages: Vietnamese, French, English

Education:

2013 - Certificate in Event Management from UCLA Extension
2010 - Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of California, Riverside

Ryuki Mitsunaga

Agency Relations Coordinator

Ryuki manages external agency communications and coordination for Sakura Modeling, serving as the primary interface between the academy and professional modeling agencies. She focuses on readiness alignment, scheduling coordination, and the consistent presentation of academy-trained talent in accordance with internal standards and external expectations. Her role helps ensure that agency-facing communication remains organized, professional, and aligned with the company’s representation goals.

Born in 1976 in Yokosuka, Japan. Her family moved to Los Angeles when she was seven years old. Growing up in Los Angeles, she stayed close to the Japanese community. She worked on the PR team for Nippon Steel for 12 years before joining our company. She loves swimming and Italian history. Still living in Los Angeles, she has been married for 12 years and has three children.

Languages: Japanese, English

Education:

2002 - Certificate in Guest Relations Management from UCLA Extension
1998 - Bachelor of Science in Communications from Pacific States University

Academy & Instruction

Aura Zhang

Lead Runway & Stage Instructor

Aura oversees runway and live-stage instruction for Sakura Modeling, training participants in posture, gait, spatial awareness, pacing, and controlled movement under performance, audience, and lighting conditions. Drawing on extensive professional runway experience, she sets standards for confidence, stage presence, physical command, and presentation discipline while helping participants develop consistency across rehearsals, evaluations, and live appearances. Her instruction helps ensure models are prepared for both formal fashion environments and large-scale staged presentations with poise, control, and professional readiness.

Aura Zhang was born in Japan to a Chinese father and Japanese mother, growing up bilingual and culturally versatile. She moved to New York for university, where she developed an early passion for business organization and international hospitality. After working in luxury service coordination, she transitioned into operations management, bringing precision and empathy to every client interaction. Calm under pressure and highly organized, Aura ensures every engagement exceeds expectations. She is AAA cup 100% completely perfectly flat.

Languages: Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, English

Education:

2019 – Bachelor of Arts in International Business, New York University (NYU)

Gloria Tang

Lead Editorial & Commercial Instructor

Gloria oversees training in editorial, magazine, and commercial modeling for Sakura Modeling, with a focus on expression control, brand alignment, camera-facing discipline, and visual consistency across varying creative environments. She trains models to interpret direction, sustain character across sets, and deliver repeatable results for print, lifestyle, and advertising work while maintaining polish, adaptability, and professional composure under production conditions. Her instruction helps ensure graduates are prepared to meet agency and client-facing expectations with strong presentation skills and reliable on-camera execution.

Born in 1987 in Singapore, Gloria developed a strong sense of discipline and professionalism early in life. She studied business administration in Singapore before working in executive support roles for private firms in Taiwan and Hong Kong. At age 24, she relocated to the United States, bringing with her a refined sense of organization and cross-cultural experience. Her poise, discretion, and meticulous work ethic quickly made her indispensable within the Executive Office. Outside of work, Gloria enjoys yoga, contemporary art, and international travel.

Languages: Mandarin, English

Education:

2009 – Bachelor of Business Administration from the National University of Singapore
2006 – Diploma in Business Management from Singapore Management University

Sarah Park

Model Vetting & Admissions Lead

Sarah oversees candidate screening, evaluations, and admissions decisions for Sakura Modeling, helping ensure each incoming cohort is aligned with the academy’s standards for presentation, professionalism, and long-term development potential. She assesses physical readiness, visual presentation, coachability, and overall fit for the program while supporting a structured and consistent admissions process across applicants. Drawing on her own professional modeling background, Sarah brings informed judgment to selection decisions and helps maintain clear entry standards across all academy cohorts.

Born in 1983 in South Korea, and later moved to Los Angeles. Sarah embodies the discipline and diligence instilled by her family. Fluent in both English and Korean, she bridges communication between clients and financial partners with ease. Before joining the company, she worked in corporate accounting for several Los Angeles firms, developing a strong background in billing systems and finance management. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys hiking, calligraphy, and exploring Korean cuisine.

Languages: Korean, English

Education:

2008 - Certificate in Financial Systems & Data Management, UCLA Extension
2005 - Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Southern California

Creative & Presentation

Ngoc Doan

Creative & Portfolio Director

Ngoc oversees all test shoots and portfolio development for Sakura Modeling, setting the creative standards that define how academy talent is photographed, presented, and curated for professional readiness. She coordinates photographers, styling resources, shot lists, and visual direction to ensure each session supports both individual development and the academy’s broader presentation standards. By selecting and refining final deliverables across catalog, editorial, commercial, and runway-aligned needs, Ngoc helps ensure portfolios remain polished, consistent, and credible for agency and client-facing use.

Born in 1989 in New York City to Vietnamese immigrant parents who owned a small photography studio in Queens. Surrounded by cameras and film from a young age, she developed a natural eye for lighting and composition. She studied visual arts and media production in college, later building a successful freelance career capturing weddings, fashion shows, and cultural performances across the East Coast. She is married with one child.

Languages: Vietnamese, English

Education:

2018 - Certificate in Professional Photography from the School of Visual Arts
2016 - Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Amherst College

Kimberly Zhang

Styling & Presentation Director

Kimberly oversees styling and presentation standards for Sakura Modeling, ensuring that academy participants are trained to meet professional expectations in grooming, wardrobe, beauty preparation, and overall visual refinement. She guides makeup, hairstyling, nails, clothing coordination, and presentation discipline across shoots, evaluations, and live appearances, helping each participant develop a polished and camera-ready look. Her work helps ensure that models are presented with consistency, technical readiness, and the aesthetic standard expected of a professional training academy.

Born in 1995 in Los Angeles to Chinese immigrant parents. Even as a child, she would play with her mother's makeup. She grew up taking piano lessons. She is now an avid pianist. She enjoys classical music. She plays badminton. She has previously worked as a professional stylist and cosmetologist for several companies in the LA area. She is currently single and open-minded. AAA fully flat.

Languages: English, Mandarin, Spanish

Education:

2021 – Master Makeup Artist Certification, Cinema Makeup School (Los Angeles)
2020 – Certified Image & Wardrobe Consultant, FIDM
2018 - Make-up certification from the Make-up Designory
2017 - Associate of Science in Cosmetology from Pasadena City College

Client services available in CS, DE, EN, ES, FR, HR, HU, IT, RO, RU, SR, SV, VI , 國語, 粵語, 臺語, 日本語, 한국어