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Digital Brand Architects (DBA), the UTA-owned digital talent management firm that reps a slew of top fashion and beauty influencers, has added to its trove with four new signings who count a combined 12.8 million followers across all platforms. They are: New England-based TikTok makeup artist Mikayla Nogueira; Stephanie ‘Glamzilla’ Dionisio, who was just named to the #SephoraSquad ambassador program; 18-year-old YouTube sensation Antonio Garza, who is also repped by UTA; and Canadian YouTuber Mia Maples, who has amassed 3 million subscribers on the strength of her DIYs, hauls, product tests, pranks, and home renovations. Nogueira will be managed by DBA’s Haley Walsh, who will work with her on content strategy and brand partnership opportunities, while Shannon Wachtell will manage Dionisio, repping her across all verticals, securing brand and product deals, and seeking to amplify her social presence. Digital Brand Architects (DBA), the UTA-owned digital talent management
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