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Miss Diddy | |
|---|---|
| Born | Candis Brown |
| Employer | The Brand Group |
| Known for | Lifestyle specialist |
| Website | www |
Candis Brown, known professionally as Miss Diddy, is an entertainment marketer and founder and CEO of The Brand Group, an LA-based marketing agency and event production company. [1] [2]
Candis Brown was born in Compton. [3] She grew up in Inglewood, California, returning to Compton, California at around ten years old. [4] [5] In high school, many of her friends called her "Diddy," leading to her use of the nickname professionally. [2]
Miss Diddy began her career as the only female promoter in Hollywood. [6] She began her career promoting the West Coast tier of Kanye West's GOOD Music. [5]
Miss Diddy founded a full-service-agency, the Brand Group LA, which offers marketing, brand management, and event production services. [3] Notably, she has worked with Compton mayor Aja Brown. [3] This partnership has allowed her to work with the Compton community. [7] [8]
Miss Diddy hosts a "Toast to Black Hollywood" (formerly "A Toast to Young Hollywood") annually prior to the BET Awards. [4] This award honors " great movers and shakers in the industry as well as people moving the needle and making a change in their communities." [7]
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