{Get To Know Us Monday} Jenna

Jenna has been at Synergetic almost a year now and handles all of the music. Take some time to get to know her.

Becky: Tell me a little about yourself.

Jenna: I live in Bensalem where my husband and I just bought a house this month! We have 2 very energetic kids, Ryan, who is 4, and Cara, who is 2.

B: Where are you from?

J: I grew up in Center City Philadelphia and loved it! I actually miss it at times.

B: What is your main role/title at Synergetic? What do you do? How long have you been at Synergetic?

J: I am in charge of getting all the music for each wedding and event we have. I handle all of the information packets that couples hand in and make sure they have all the music they want and need for their wedding day.

B: What’s your favorite type of music?

J: I'm a big fan of Top 40 music, but right now, I'm really enjoying the group Mumford & Sons. I have to say, working at Synergetic has definitely opened me up to a variety of music.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?

J: I wanted to be either an Interior Designer or an Event Planner. I ended up going to school at Temple University and graduated with a degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management. Now, having such a busy schedule with 2 young kids I think it would be hard for me to juggle a full time career in Event Planning. However once Ryan and Cara are a little older, I think it is definitely still an option.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

J: I love to scrapbook and shop ... for anything!

B: What's your favorite movie?

J: If it's labeled as a "Chick Flick" I'd probably like it.

B: Do you have any pets?

J:I'm not a huge animal person, so no pets!

B: What do you love about what you do?

J: Music is a key element of a wedding and Synergetic gets to play an important role in making each couples wedding special. It's great working with such a great group of people!

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or send it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Nikki

Good morning! Today we're introducing Nikki, our new Administrative Assistant. Nikki has been with Synergetic almost a year now, but was just recently promoted to Administrative Assistant. Chances are, if you've called our offices in the last couple of weeks, you've spoken to her.

Becky: Tell me a little about yourself.

Nikki: I’m 26 years old, I married Rob, one of my childhood best friends, on 10/10/09, and I have a 4 year old son named Aidan. I love, love, love the shore and will live down there one day!

B: Where are you from?

N: I’ve lived in Northeast Philadelphia my whole life. I currently live in Mayfair and am trying to sell my house, if anyone’s interested!

B: What is your main role at Synergetic?

N: I am an Administrative Assistant. I actually just started this role a few weeks ago. My job is to generate contracts, keep in touch and up to date with the clients, confirm all of the events, and anything else that comes my way!

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?

N: I listen to anything and everything except some rap. I am a huge Lady Gaga fan (weird, I know)! Dynamite is probably my favorite song right now only because my son knows it word for word and it's hysterical to listen to him sing it!

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?

N: I always wanted to be a detective until I realized I’d have to be a cop first. I’m married to a cop and would never want that career! I then changed it to a dentist; started some classes and then had my son. I realized that I’d rather be home with him. I decided only recently it was time to go back to work and here I am! I will never become a dentist or detective and I’m ok with that!

B: Favorite things to do/hobbies?

N: Like I said before, I love the shore. Cape May to be exact. I get down there every chance I get, even in the winter. It’s my favorite thing to do. I also love to cook and plan parties. My family actually thinks I’m borderline OCD about Aidan’s birthday parties and any family baby/bridal showers!

B: Favorite movies?

N: Toy Story (all of them) and UP. I love Pixar. I don’t really go to the movies much, I never did.

B: Do you have any pets?

N: I’m almost embarrassed to admit this! My husband LOVES animals, and me, not so much, but we have quite a few. I have a three-legged pitbull named Tres, who is 3 and is Aidan’s best friend. I have 2 cats; PopEye is 2 and has one eye and Oreo is 3. We have turtles and fish and just recently a crab. My house is a zoo!

B: What do you love about what you do?

N: I love that Synergetic gets to be a part in making someone’s wedding amazing. And I love that I am part of that team.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or send it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Becky

Good morning! We hope you've enjoyed getting to know the people behind Synergetic Sound and Lighting over the past few months. Today, we're getting to know me, Becky :), the woman behind the blog. I didn't want to have a full conversation with myself, so I asked Kelly to take over as question asker.

Kelly: Tell me a little about yourself.
Becky: I live in South Jersey with my husband Matt, our daughter Addie and our cat, Riley. I've been living in South Jersey for about 6 years - it's not bad, but I still get a little homesick sometimes.

K: Where are you from?
B: I'm from the Boston area.

K: What is your main role/title at Synergetic? What do you do? How long have you been at Synergetic?
B: I am the Sales and Marketing Manager at Synergetic. So, I do the marketing - the blog (we're working on a new website!), the newsletter, social media, informational brochures, etc. I follow up with the professionals we work with on all of the events we do to get feedback and make sure everything went the way it was supposed to behind the scenes. I attend a lot of networking events - it's my job to get the Synergetic name out there and let people know who we are and what we do. I have been at Synergetic almost two and a half years.

K: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
B: I don't know that I have a favorite type of music, or a favorite song. What I listen to seems to depend on my mood - although I don't really care for rap or country. I grew up listening to Billy Joel, James Taylor and Neil Young and I like songs that tell stories.

K: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?
B: I went back and forth between wanting to be a model and a teacher. I've taught on and off, but decided against making a full career out of it.

K: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
B: Playing with my daughter is one of my favorite things to do, but I also love to create. I scrapbook and enjoy crafting. I love sports but haven't played in years, now I just enjoy watching. I'm a Mets fan, a Patriots fan and a Celtics fan - and before you send me hate mail, I'm fully aware how terrible the Mets are.

K: What's your favorite movie?
B: I could never pick just one. I'm a sucker for a good romantic comedy and love Pixar movies. One of my all time favorites though, is Bull Durham.

K: Do you have any pets? What are they? Names? How old?
B: We have a cat named Riley. He's 5.5 and thinks he's a dog.

Thanks for taking the time to get to know me and the rest of the gang. Have a wonderful week!
-Becky

{Get To Know Us Monday} Colin

Colin is one of our second DJs and is still relateively new to Synergetic. Lets get to know him better.

Becky: Where are you from?

Colin: I am from King of Prussia, I lived there for 18 years and attended Upper Merion Area High school.

B: Do you have a “day” job? What is it?

C: I am a full time student at Philadelphia University.

B: What’s your favorite type of music?

C: My taste in music is highly diverse. I go in phases of different types of music I listen to. Lately I’ve been listening to songs from the Gorillaz album Plastic Beach.

B: How’d you get into DJing?

C: I got a job working for Synergetic through Tristan Emig. He lived directly across from me in the dorms my freshman year of college.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

C: Spending time with friends, playing basketball, and Philly sports.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

I have been at Synergetic almost a year.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or send it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Matt Bowyer

Matt is one of our DJ's and has been with Synergetic for quite a while now. For those of you who don't know him, nows your chance to "meet" him. And even if you have met him, now you can get to know him better. (Thanks to Joy Moody for the image).

Becky: Where are you from?

Matt: I have lived in a few different places, but I graduated from Pennsbury High School, so I like to say I’m from the Levitown area. I live in Horsham now.

B: Do you have a “day” job?

M: I'm a DJ 24/7.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?

M: I like rock even though there are so many different kinds of rock now. My cousin was in all types of rock bands growing up, so I guess I grew to love it. I can’t really say one song is my favorite but it would probably be something by the Counting Crows.

B: How’d you get into DJing? What’s your favorite thing about it?

M: Mike Keleher showed me how songs could be blended together seamlessly and I have been hooked ever since. My favorite thing about DJing is when I mix an old song and a newer song together and the crowd goes crazy for both songs.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option? ?

M: Like every kid growing up I wanted to be a professional baseball player. It isn’t much of an option now, but I still love the game. I play Sunday morning softball in the summer.

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

M: A wedding. No two weddings are ever the same. I love the challenge of finding that perfect blend of music to fit the crowd that evening to keep them dancing till the party stops.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

M: I love playing sports so when I can I love playing softball, roller hockey, and golf. I also love watching the Philadelphia sports teams: Flyers, Phillies and Eagles.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

M: I’ve been a DJ at synergetic for about 7 years now.

B: WHat's your favorite movie?

M: A very hard question. The one movie I can watch over and over is Shawshank Redemption, so I guess I would say that is my favorite.

B: Do you have any pets?

M: Yes. My girlfriend and I have a six month old cat named Memphis.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or send it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Mike

Mike is one of our DJ's and an all around nice guy. He's also Mr. July in our calendar - if you don't have one yet, what are you waiting for?! It's filled with good looking guys, fantastic photography, it's only $10 and goes to an amazing cause! (Thanks so much to Gabe of Philip Gabriel Photography for the image).

Becky: Where are you from?

Mike: Fairless Hills, PA

B: Do you have a day job? What is it?

M: Yes, I'm currently taking classes at West Chester University and Working at IceWorks in Aston, PA as a strength and conditioning coach.

B: What's your favorite type of music?

M: My favorite type of music is hip hop. I love the flow, the beats and the stories behind each song. However it depends on how my day is going and what i'm doing at the time.

B: How did you get into DJing? What's your favorite thing about it?

M: I was introduced to DJing through Kurt Mehler back in 2005. I went out to my first job with Jason at the Top of the Tower in Philadelphia and instantaneously fell in love with the atmosphere. My favorite thing about it is the creativity involved in controlling the party.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option? Is that what you do now? M: When I was younger I wanted to work in a Zoo as a Zoo Keeper. It is not an option now - although I do like animals, I chose a different career path. Along with working as a strength and conditioning coach for the Little Flyers organization I am also training a few figure skaters.

B: What is your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

M: My favorite type of event to DJ would have to be a wedding. Weddings are definitely the most challenging type of event to DJ due to the variety of guests and many different age groups. Weddings allow me to show my true colors and creativity.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

M: The most peaceful place for me is the outdoors. Consequently, my favorite activities are playing sports, hiking (with the dog), snowboarding, mountain biking - basically anything outside.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

M: 6 years

B: What's your favorite movie?

M: Casino

B: Do you have any pets?

M: Yes, I have two dogs. Milo a 4 year old a pekanese poodle and Riley a 3 year old american bulldog.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Justin

Happy Monday! We hope you all had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed last nights big game! A couple of weeks ago Justin shared his current musical favorites, today, we'll get to know him better.

Becky: Where are you from?

Justin: Southampton, PA

B: Do you have a "day" job?

J: Right now I am working at Giant Supermarket managing the prepared foods department and am also looking for a job in the sports management field.

B: What is your favorite type of music? Favorite song?

J: I love every type of music, but recently my favorite has been Baltimore club music because it has so much energy. My favorite song right now is Asher Roth, G.R.I.N.D.

B: How did you get into DJing?

J: I used to DJ parties for my friends when I was at Immaculata University and after I graduated, one of my friends who works for Synergetic, Chris Chiarolanza, said I should check out Synergetic Sounds since I was looking for a job that I would enjoy.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?

J: I wanted to be in the NBA when I was younger - I used to play in at least 3 basketball leagues at a time until I played one year at Immaculata. Basketball is always a game I loved to play but it requires a lot of time and effort and I wanted to put that effort into my school work and concentrate on graduating. It is definitely not an option anymore, haha, but I still play in an adult league in Warminster.

B: What's your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

J: Weddings are always fun - the atmosphere is amazing - but I was a 2nd DJ at a school dance and that blew my mind. All the kids were having a great time dancing to new music, which I like to play and listen to.

B: WHat are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

J: One of the things I really like to do is watch movies and tv shows - I could watch them all day, especially Lost. I also like to listening to new music and making mixtapes for my friends so they have something new to listening to.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

J: Well, since I started playing music at parties it has been 5 years, but I have been with Synergetic for almost a year.

B: What's your favorite movie?

J: I have way too many favorite movies but my all time favorite that I know almost every word to (sadly) is Clerks, then I would have to say Old School and Step Brothers.

B: Do you have any pets?

J: Yes, a 10 year old yellow lab named Maddie.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Shawn

Shawn is one of our second DJ's and also sets up production jobs. He's been with Synergetic for a few years now, so some of you may know him. For those of you who don't, meet Shawn.

Becky: Where are you from?
Shawn: Warminster, PA.

B: Do you have a “day” job? What is it?

S: I work at World Wide Stereo installing custom home theaters.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?

S: Rock and hip hop. I really like hip hop for the beats and rock for the instruments. My favorite song is Poison by Bell Biv Devoe.

B: How’d you get into DJing? What’s your favorite thing about it?

S: Chris got me into it when I got out of the military. I love getting people dancing and making sure they have a good time.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?

S: I wanted to be a professional football player. It's absolutely an option - I’m just waiting for my call from Andy Reid.

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

S: A wedding because it’s a happy time and everyone just wants to have fun and dance.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

S: I play golf, football and hockey and I'm a big movie buff - I go to the movies with girlfriend all the time.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

S: 3 years.

B: What's your favorite movie?

S: That’s a tough one. I’d have to say Braveheart.

B: Do you have any pets?

S: Skylar, and 11 tear old golden retriever.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave us a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Pat Boyle

Pat is one of our second DJ's and is also Mr. May in our Calendar.



Becky: Where are you from?
Pat: I was born in Northeast Philadelphia, but moved out to the suburbs (Bucks County) where I have lived for the most of my life.


B: Do you have a "day job?"
P: I am currently a full-time student at Temple University.

B: What's your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
P: Right now I’m loving House Music - reason being that everything else gets overplayed on the radio, and it is something different to listen to. My favorite songs are “Take Over Control” and “No Speak Americano.”


B: How did you get into DJing and what is your favorite thing about it?
P: My friend Mike Kelleher who also works for Synergetic and introduced me to it. My favorite thing about it is the fact that you get to play music for somebody elses wedding and be part of a night that they will remember for the rest of their lives.


B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ and why?
P: Weddings because they are usually a very pleasant event to be a part of, and when everyone is having a good time, the dance floor stays packed.

B: WHat are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
P: I love going out to new places with friends and dancing to all sorts of music. I love sports and most things sports related, but I also like time to myself to just relax and do absolutely nothing on days where I have no agenda.


B: How long have you been a DJ?
P: About a year and a half.


B: What's your favorite movie?
P: Dumb and Dumber


B: Do you have any pets?
P: I have three dogs. Chance is 13, China is 4 and Lexus is 2.

Thanks to Casual Candids for the image.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us leave a comment here, post it on our Facebook page or email it to me at beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Dan Isayev

Good morning! We hope you had a great weekend!

This morning, we'll get to know Dan Isayev. Dan is our primary school dance DJ.

Becky: Where are you from?

Dan: I grew up in the Somerton area of Philadelphia. I attended Baldi Middle school on Verree Road then William Tennent for high school.

B: Do you have a "day"? job?

D: My day job is being a student. I am a Biology major at Rider University.

B: What is your favorite type of music? Why?

D: I have an extremely eclectic taste in music. I believe that music is truly the strongest aspect of life, which can captivate feeling and emotion. So the music I listen to is solely based on what type of mood I am feeling that day or perhaps what activity I am involved in while I listen. One day I'll be listening to Sir Duke - Stevie Wonder and Ain't No stopping us - Mcfadden and Whitehead. The next I could possibly be getting into some classical piano by Sergei Rachmaninov or Fredrick Chopin. Then I could get into some current hip-hop music by artists such as Kayne West, Lupe Fiasco, Eminem and Common. I could also transition into some newer genres of music such as Drum N Bass, Dubstep and Trance. Some artists include ATB, Armin Van Buuren, Deadmau5 (pronounced dead-mouse) and Steven Angello. I listen to all sorts of jazz, contemporary as well as really modern fusion jazz, such played by the band Soulive. Bare with me, but I also like to listen to Phish, 311, Sublime, Kaskade, Bob Marley, The Gorillaz, Linkin Park, De La Soul, Dave Matthews, and of course other fellow Deejays, music producers and musicians. Music is a large part of my life and I could not possibly imagine humanity without it.

B: How did you get into DJing?

D: I got into DJing at the age of 13 when I coincidentally sat across from then unbeknownst to me an owner of an entertainment company. It was my cousins 25th birthday and I was obviously the youngest person there. So of course in an atmosphere full of adults a little kid sitting at the table might be somewhat awkward. However, my interaction with the other guests made them not only comfortable but extremely amused. My calm, mature, however playful demeanor caught the eye of that owner and as the night began to wind down, he offered me his business card and the chance to work for him. That was the beginning.

B: What's your favorite thing about DJing?

D: At the end of the night, when everything is said and done - I love that feeling of accomplishment. That feeling like "Wow, I just made that party happen. I made it a success."

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?

D: I am currently in school for what I wanted to do as a child. Interestingly enough - I wanted to be a dentist. It might sound a little corny, but I just like to make people smile. It is still an option for me. The last thing I have to do is take the DAT (Dental Aptitude Test) and then I will apply.

B: What's your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

D: I don't necessarily have a favorite type of event to DJ. I enjoy DJing all events, even the really strange ones. I like the different individual tasks and challenges each event has to offer.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

D: Playing the piano and learning new instruments in general. I am working on playing the drums and the violin. Snowboarding, skydiving and meeting new and interesting people.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

D: Almost 8 years.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Mondays} Dave Stocklos

This week, we're getting to know Dave Stocklos.

Becky: Where are you from?

Dave: I was born in Philadelphia and grew up in Holland, PA and attended Council Rock High School.

B: Do you have a day? job? What is it?

D: I work with my step-dad at his company. We're general contractors who specialize in renovations and building custom homes.

B: What is your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?

D: I like Dance music - I have alot of energy, and its fun. My favorite song is, "World Hold On."

B: How did you get into DJing? What's your favorite thing about it?

D: I got involved in music when I was very little. There are pictures of me during my 6th grade dance standing next to the DJ - that was my first real contact with the industry and I spent the entire night talking about what it would be like. I became obsessed with owning as much music as possible and was always the first to have anything new. As I got older I started going dancing at clubs with friends. I first DJ'd when I was 17 and working at a bowling alley. The DJ called out sick and I did the music for cosmic bowling. A few months later I joined a DJ company as a Dancer. I danced at three parties before I went out as an assistant DJ. I did two parties as an assistant and then went out on my own. Over the next six 6 years I was the most requested next to the owner himself and performed at weddings, Mitzvahs, school dances, bars, birthday parties, etc. I even did some parties for Wired 96.5 and Q102.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up?

D: I wanted to be a Veterinarian

B: What's your favorite type of event to DJ, why?

D: Weddings are my favorite. I like helping to make such an important day so memorable.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

D: Some of my hobbies include shooting billiards - I competed in a national competion in Vegas in 2008 - reading, running, biking, working out and playing poker.

B: How long have you been a DJ?

D: Over 10 years

B: What's your favorite movie?

D: Dragonheart

B: Do you have any pets?

D: Harley, he is a 5 year old Shih Tzu and Lhasa Apso mix.

My wife Kristen and I were married January 16, 2010 - Matt Blank DJ'd our wedding. We're expecting our first child, a son, in March and spend our spare time working on our house and getting the nursery ready.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Mondays} Dan Spangler

We hope you had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed the holiday!

This morning we're getting to know Dan Spangler. Dan is one of our second DJs - although he is working hard at becoming a main DJ.

Becky: Where are you from?

Dan: South Media, PA

B: Do you have a “day” job? What is it?

D: I'm the director of a before and after school program in Media, PA, as well as an assistant teacher at KinderCare Learning Center in Brookhaven, PA.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Why?

D: Hip-Hop is my favorite type of music because of the way it tells the story of life - mostly from an African-American point of view. It has become our voice and our form of expression.

B: Do you have a favorite song?
D: The Micstro - by RC LaRocz.

B: How did you get into DJing? What's your favorite thing about it?

D: I became a DJ because of my brother, DJ Flow - Power99 FM. I would go to different clubs with him and spin and see the control the DJ had on the crowd. I realized that's what I wanted to do. To be able to control a crowd and make that many people, in a positive way, do what you tell them to and watch them enjoy their night because of you, is probably the most gratifying experience a DJ can have.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option? Is it what you do now?

D: Honestly, all I've ever wanted to do besides be a pro athlete, is DJ - just a few kinks here and there to iron out, but it is very much an option. I'm trying to make it the only thing I do!

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ? Why?

D: Clubs. Nothing beats the independence a club brings. At the club I can play, do and say whatever I want to in order for folks to enjoy themselves and that's where I excel.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?

D: Besides work and DJing, I enjoy playing basketball and football in my spare time.

B: How long have you been a DJ?
D: I started DJing my freshman zear of high school in the fall of 1998 at the age of 14.

B: What's your favorite movie?

D: Rudy! Rudy! Rudy! Rudy!

B: Do you have any pets?

D: Yes, an 8 month old York-terrier named Juicy.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Tristan

Tristan is one of our second DJ's. He also happens to be Kyle Emig's brother. We have a few sets of brother's (and brothers and sisters) working at Synergetic. Anyway, meet Tristan.

Becky: Where are you from?
Tristan: Langhorne, Pa

B: Do you have a day? job?
T: I'm majoring in architecture at Philadelphia University

B: What's your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
T: I guess I would say pop/hip-hop, but there are a lot of artists and songs in that genre that I don't particularly like. I think I'll just generalize it and say I like "feel good" music. One song that won't get old for me is "Don't Stop Me Now" by Queen.

B: How did you get into DJing? What's your favorite thing about it?
T: My brother Kyle got me into DJing a little over a year ago. My favorite thing about it is that when you go to work, you're going to a party. Obviously, we take our jobs seriously and realize that we are at work, not our friend's wedding, but being in a fun atmosphere every time you go to work is really cool.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up?
T: Hopefully, I'll be able to find work as an architect when I graduate. I'd really love to be able to focus on stadium design because it has been an interest of mine since I can remember.

B: What?s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?
T: Being a college student, it wasn't that long ago that I was dancing at proms. That's still the type of music I listen to the most and because of that, proms are the most fun type of event for me.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
T: I like playing and watching sports, primarily basketball. In the summer, I'll sometimes go fishing, but I'm by no means a big time fisherman.

B: Do you have a favorite movie?
T: I don't know if it's my all-time favorite, but whenever Forest Gump is on I'll defintely watch it.

B: Do you have any pets?
T: Yes, a 4 year old chocolate lab named Lucy.

Tristan shared with us what he was listening to a couple of weeks ago. Check it out here.

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{Get To Know Us Monday} Brian Quinn

Brian is one of our lead production guys. He's a nice guy and is always good for a laugh. Since he sets up a lot of our lighting jobs, we thought we should officially introduce him to everyone.

Becky: Where are you from?
Brian: I was born in Bucks County but raised and still currently reside in the Far Northeast section of Philadelphia, PA.

Becky: What is your “day” job?
Brian: I am a property manager in center city Philadelphia.

Becky: What do you do at Synergetic and how long have you been here?
Brian: I've technically been with Synergetic for abut 5 years. It started as a fill in position here and there and eventually I found myself working just about every Saturday. I am a valued member of the production team. Generally I set up basic lighting for weddings or hook up video for events but every time a unique set up comes around I seem to get the call.

Becky: What’s your favorite type of music? Why? Do you have a favorite song?
Brian: Life is pretty stressful so I find myself listening to anything that relaxes my mind. I'm really into 80's jams but I would have to say my favorite song is "Hey Soul Sister" by Train. It reminds me of my favorite place in the world, Hawaii. Every radio station plays that song 3 times an hour out there.

Becky: What did you want to be when you grew up?
Brian: Growing up I never knew what I wanted to do. Part of me as an adult feels the same way. I know I like helping people and doing things for others so I think I should have probably ended up in the health care industry. In fact now that you asked me that, I'm thinking I am going to go back to school and figure it out.

Becky: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
Brian: Play baseball, Racquetball, Ski, Snowboard. Basically anything that keeps me really active.

Becky: Do you have a favorite movie?
Brian: Dirty Dancing. Please don't ask.

Becky: Do you have any pets?
Brian: No Pets anymore. I did have a Yorkie Poo named Chandler. I was able to teach that dog 6 different tricks in a matter of 2 months.

Becky: What do you love about what you do?
Brian: Almost every time I finish setting up a job, I wait for the bride and groom to approve, and just as I get a little tired of waiting, they walk in to the room and I get to see the exuberant reaction because of how nice the place looks and I leave feeling like I did a good job.

Brian was also named the Synergetic Employee of the month for November. Check out the write up here.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Mondays} Patrick O'Brien

Patrick is one of our newer DJ's. A few weeks ago we filled you in on what he's listening to. Here's your chance to get to know him better.

Becky: Where are you from?
Patrick: Glenolden, PA

B: Do you have a “day" job?
P: I'm a stay at home dad.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
P: American Standards. "You’ll Never Know," Michael Buble or "My, My, My," Johnny Gill.

B: How did you get into DJing?
P: I was at a party and asked the DJ, "how do I get into doing this?" Music is one of my favorite things and a close second is planning and executing an awesome wedding!

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option? Is that what you do now?
P: I wanted to sing. Unfortunately not an option because I don’t have a good signing voice! But, I can rap, that's close enough.

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?
P: Weddings are my favorite. You need to be able to plan the day musically and understand the formalities.

B: What are your favorite things to do? DO you have any hobbies?
P: Golf is my hobby. Watching Philly sports as well - Flyers, Eagles, Phillies.

B: What is your favorite movie?
P: Resevoir Dogs

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Mondays} Kurt

Kurt is one of our DJ's. He's a great DJ and all around nice guy! He has been with Synergetic for a while now, but for those of you who don't know him, meet Kurt.

Becky: Where are you from?
Kurt: I live in Philadelphia and went to Maternity BVM up until 6th grade, then moved to Feasterville where I finished grade school at Assumption BVM, and Archbishop Wood.

B: Do you have a "day" job?
K: Right now I do Accounting for a nonprofit organization in Doylestown.

B: What's your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
K: I am into a lot of music - I can't really pick a favorite type, if you saw the blog of what I am listening to you would see why. I think "Poison" by BBD is my favorite song.

B: How did you get into DJing? What's your favorite thing about it?
K: My brother Mark started off DJing himself and I would help out here and there. He eventually started working with Synergetic and brought me in and I have loved it ever since. I love seeing the faces of the people on the dancefloor when they hear a song that I am mixing in and it is one that they love. I would have to say now, after recently getting married, my favorite part is trying to make sure the bride and groom have nothing to worry about all night and can just have fun, since that is what I experienced with Jason being my DJ.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up?
K: I have always wanted to do something with art. I love to draw and design things - it is a way to express myself. I took my first year of college in Graphic Design before switching and getting my degree in Accounting. I think it is still an option and I want to go back and start taking Graphic Design courses again for a degree in that also. I have been talking to a company about a possible job where I would do graphic design and accounting for them - I think that would be a lot of fun.

B: What's your favorite type of event to DJ, why?
K: I would say a wedding is my favorite type of event because bride's and groom's feel comfortable enough to pick me to DJ one of the most important days in their lives. Also, with weddings there is always that element of the unknown with the crowd that you are going to get and the type of music they are going to like, and it is up to me to get them on the dancefloor.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
K: I play in a softball and a roller hockey league and I'm a HUGE Philly sports fan. I love spending my time off with my wife since we are usually busy with my work schedule and all of the papers and studying she is doing to graduate in January. Also, when I have time I like to draw.

B: How long have you been a DJ?
K: I have been a DJ for a little over 6 years now and I love it. I have made some great friends with the DJs that we have, and have had a chance to work with some great people in the business.

B: Do you have a favorite movie?
K: This is a tough one - just like music I love a lot of different movies. Comedy and Action movies are my favorite and from them I would have to say- the Hangover and both Transformers are my favorite movies.

B: Do you have any pets?
K: Yes, I have a Minature Pincher, his name is Reese (like the peanut butter cup. I am addicted to them and even named my dog after them, haha). He is probably the most spoiled dog you will ever meet but we love him. And my mom has a dog, I consider mine as well, named Mandy. She is a mix but looks like an Australian Shepard.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Modnay} Kelly

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I had a wonderful weekend with my family, but today, it's back to reality :). I'd like to reintroduce you to Kelly, our wonderful Sales Executive. Chances are if you've called the office over the last couple of months, you've had the pleasure of speaking with her.

Becky: Where are you from?
Kelly: From Philadelphia - born and raised here :)

B: What do you do at Synergetic?
K: My main role is to be the initial contact for our clients and get them all of the information on our packages. I help fit our clients with the right DJ for them and their event based on the information I receive when speaking with them. I’m the point person for the DJ clients so any questions they have, I can help – or at least try to since I’m still learning – I’ve been here almost 5 months.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
K: Obsessed with Third Eye Blind. Most people don’t even know they’re still around and making new music/touring. I’ve been to 15 of their concerts since 1998 and loved each and every one. Also love Dashboard Confessional. Oddly enough, neither bands have songs you’d hear our DJ’s play because they don’t really make music you can dance to. I have so many favorite songs it’s hard to choose. If I had to pick one, I’d say "1000 Julys" by Third Eye Blind.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?
K: I wanted to be the first female president. Definitely not a option nor would I want it to be, haha.

B: What are your favorite things to do/hobbies?
K: Phillies. Phillies. Phillies. And Shopping. But mainly Phillies.

B: What's your favorite movie?
K: Fever Pitch – even though it’s about the Red Sox and not the Phillies. I just love that movie and it makes me smile every time I watch it. I love the scene where Jimmy Fallon gets down on one knee and asks Drew Barrymore if she’ll go to Opening Day with him.

B: What do you love about what you do?
K: I love when I talk to a bride/groom and I get to learn about how they got engaged. I genuinely love hearing stories like that because even the not so romantic engagement stories are romantic.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Monday} Mark Mehler

This week, we'll get to know Mark. He has been a part of Synergetic for a long time - he's a great DJ and all around nice guy.

Becky: Where are you from?
Mark: I grew up in Northeast Philadelphia. I attended Maternity B.V.M. grade school and Archbishop Ryan High School.

B: Do you have a “day” job? What is it?
M: I am an Insurance Broker. We currently have an office located in the Mayfair section of Northeast Philadelphia called Liberty Insurance Services Inc.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
M: I can’t really say that I have one specific genre or type of music that I listen to consistently. Some days are Sinatra, some are Old School Hip Hop, and some are Country. I will listen to anything that catches my ear and attention. If I have to lean towards one type of music it would be Dance music in the 120-130 BPM (beats per minute) range due to the energy a song of that tempo creates. Favorite Song: My Parta Town by Tuff Crew.

B: How did you get into DJing? What’s your favorite thing about it?
M: I started DJing while attending Penn State. I had a friend who was a DJ and helped out occasionally. I loved everything about it from the first time I touched the turntables and I went out and bought my own equipment about 2 weeks later. I DJ’d a friends graduation party just play around after that and off I went.
My Favorite thing about DJing is the unknown. You don’t know the crowd or the people personally. You have no idea what type of music they listen to, or would dance to, but somehow you find that one song that packs a dance floor and you can feel the energy you’ve just created. You feed off of that for the rest of the night. It’s an adrenaline rush and it is so addicting!

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?
M: Successful was my goal. I never really chose what I wanted as a profession. I guess we all dream at some point of being a pro athlete or a public figure or icon, but I am very happy with where I am now. I really don’t see the need to dwell on what I could’ve been or if it’s an option. I feel I am successful. I have a HOT wife (I definitely married up), 2 gorgeous boys, and I am building a business. “I’m Living the Dream!”

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?
M: Definitely a wedding. It’s constant interaction and variety and we don’t have to play one specific type of music for 5 straight hours. It’s a sense of accomplishment to have everyone from their teens to Golden Years packing the dance floor at the same time.

B:Do you have any hobbies or favorite things to do?
M: I play baseball in the spring/summer months and I love to play golf. When I say play, I mean that I beat the heck out of a little white ball and chase it around in a golf cart screaming. I also enjoy my downtime with my family and love to watch my kids sporting events.

B: How long have you been a DJ?
M: I have been a DJ for the past 13 years and loved every minute of it.

B: Do you have a favorite movie?
M: I would have to say Scarface, but there are so many that come in a close second. Another would be Shooter.

B: Do you have any pets? What are they? Names? How old?
M: I have a 5 year old, Yellow Lab named Sierra. She is a big part of our family.

Make sure to check back every Monday for another Q&A. If you have anything you'd like to know about us, leave a comment with your question, post it on our Facebook page or email it in to beckyd@synergeticsounds.com.

{Get To Know Us Mondays} Jim

This week we'll get to know Jim.

Becky: Tell us a little about yourself.
Jim: I am science teacher at Neshaminy High School, and am a class advisor, which means I am responsible for organizing all activities for my class such as proms and trips. I am also a huge Philly sports fan and enjoy playing any sport.

B: Where are you from?
J: Northeast Philadelphia born and raised. I went to Father Judge and now live in Bensalem.

B: What is your main role and how long have you been at Synergetic?
J: I am a DJ - my job is to make your event the best it can be. I have been with Synergetic for over a year.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? Do you have a favorite song?
J: I enjoy almost all music. It doesn't matter what it is, there is always some part of a song that I believe can be enjoyed by everyone. My favorite song is "Don't Stop Believing," Journey.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up?
J: Well, I am a teacher so that is taken care of, but I want to be a dad.

B: What are your favorite things to do? Do you have any hobbies?
J: I like anything competitive

B: Do you have a favorite movie?
J: Memphis Belle

B: Do you have any pets?
J: I consider my parents dog as mine so yes. His name is Oscar and he is a miniature schnauzer. He is old.

B: What do you love about what you do?
J: I love being able to provide people with a great time

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{Get To Know Us Mondays} Ed

This week we sat down with Ed. Along with helping Aaron out with all of our production equipment and setting up lighting and drape regularly, he's also a DJ.

Becky: Where are you from?
Ed: Levittown, PA. Born and raised in suburbia.

B: Do you have a “day” job?
E: I work in the shop, checking equipment and packing shows. Other then that my daily job is hours of homework for my engineering degree.

B: What’s your favorite type of music? A favorite song?
E: Alternative Rock, or Rock in general - music involving many different instruments. I just have always loved hearing instruments working together to make a song and appreciated the level of skill involved in making it sound right. My favorite song changes often, depending on the group I'm into at that time. But one of my all time favorites has to be Yellow Ledbetter by Pearl Jam.

B: How did you get into DJing?
E: Being that my good friends were already DJ’ing, I was around it pretty often. As I went out to events with them and just watched crowd reactions knowing that you could control the mood of these events with just the music played, it grew on me. I decided to hop on board and learn everything I could because simply, its fun.

B: What did you want to be when you grew up? Is it still an option?
E: Well, I am planning on using my degree in Electrical Engineering. My first option right now is to hopefully begin working again on projects for NASA, as I had the amazing experience of an internship with them. We'll see what happens after I graduate.

B: What’s your favorite type of event to DJ, why?
E: Weddings. I love the variety of music involved. From Motown, to rock, to new age music - its all involved in one night - something to please everyone.

B: What are your favorite things to do? Do you have any hobbies?
E: I have played guitar for 4 years now. I am becoming an avid snowboarder, and love Philly sports in general. If I could be outside during any time of the year doing something fun, that’s probably where you’d find me.

B: Do you have a favorite movie?
E: Not so much a particular movies as a genre - comedies. Happy Gilmore and Billy Madison are hands down favorites, yet I have a ton more to choose from. I also like mystery type movies that keep you guessing until the end.

B: Do you have any pets? What are they? Names? How old?
E: I have a dog, a Chow and Iketa mix named Kookie. Shes 12, an old lady. I have a cat, named Cici, shes 2 and a handful and a bird, a yellow-headed amazon named Jason. He's between 37-40 years old. They live into their 70’s.

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