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The Mid Atlantic Professional DJ Association
STAFF BIOS

Meet the professional staff of The MAPDJA! From our Road Crew, to our team of deejays... our office staff to our Reception Coordinators... you can count on us to make your next event a great one! Please note that the availability varies for each staff member




Carlos L. Marroquin - Bilingual DJ / M.C. / Talent Manager - DJ Since 1997

Quick Facts On Carlos...

• 12 Years Experience
• Hundreds Of Events Performed
• Native Spanish Speaker (Bilingual English/Spanish)

For those looking to find a bilingual DJ, Carlos is our most popular choice. Carlos provides energy, a great voice and a great knowledge of American and Hispanic music. With a background from El Salvador, Carlos is a big hit with clients looking to find a most professional, bilingual DJ. Having broken many of his parents' record players as a kid, Carlos, has always been interested in getting to know as much as he can about the DJ business. Since graduating from our DJ Training School in 1997, Carlos has spent countless hours of studio time practicing and becoming the DJ he is today. As your DJ, Carlos will always be prompt, make all of your announcements with style, choose the perfect music and exemplify excellent customer service. In addition to his excellent performances, Carlos manages and services all equipment used by The MAPDJA staff.


Christine L. Lemke - DJ / Office Manager (DJ Since 1997)

Quick Facts On Krissy...

• 12 Years Experience
• Most Requested Female DJ On Staff (100+ Events Performed Each Year Since 2003)
• 2001 Graduate Of CT School Of Broadcasting (Top Female Voice)

Christine, "DJ Krissy", loves music and working with clients. She has the knowledge and experience to make the most of any event. Whether hosting a corporate event, playing for a backyard party or emceeing and directing a wedding reception where all ages are present, DJ Krissy plays the right music for the right audience. As our most experienced female DJ, Krissy works closely with all of our wedding clients. She plans each reception where MAPDJA deejays perform (nearly 200 per year). With the experience of having planned literally hundreds of wedding receptions, Krissy is a natural choice for many couples. Since 1997, Krissy has been a key part to our success. As our most requested female DJ, she makes sure that each client gets the best in customer service, professionalism and performance. As your DJ she will add the perfect touch to your event, whether you need the perfect choice in dinner music or popular tunes for dancing. Krissy has performed up and down the east coast and weddings are a specialty of hers. She is a popular pick among brides looking to add a woman's touch to her special day. DJ Krissy graduated as the top female voice at The Connecticut School Of Broadcasting in September 2001.




Joseph Corrado - DJ / M.C. Since 1999

Quick Facts On Joe...

• 10 Years Experience
• Entertaining & Energetic Personality
• Great Choice For Any Event

Meet Joe “DJ Cadillac” Corrado. Full of energy and charisma, Joe can be the life of any party. With Joe, you are never at a loss for entertainment. Joe can adapt his music style to any group, making sure that you and your guests have the celebration of a lifetime! Originally from Brooklyn, Joe has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the DJ business and how to be an entertainer. Since coming to The MAPDJA, Joe has become a big hit with all of our clients. Book Joe for your wedding or family reunion... your school dance or corporate event. It will be a great event for all of your guests!





Greg Anderson - DJ/Equipment Manager Since 2000

Quick Facts On Greg...

• 9 years Experience
• Trained As A DJ Apprentice Under Kurtis Cross
• Very Detail Oriented
• Excellent Choice For All Events

Greg Anderson is a great part of our MAPDJA family. A complete DJ in his experience and training, Greg can entertain teens at a sock hop... complete with games and prizes, or he can perform his professional DJ duties at a black tie wedding reception. Having managed an amusement park in past years, Greg is a customer service wizard, able to adequately and effectively interact with clients & guests while playing the perfect music. Greg trained week to week, in the studio and on the road, exclusively with our company's CEO, Kurtis Cross. Greg is the perfect choice for any event as many clients request him by name!

 

 

 

Paula Panasiewicz - Event/Reception Coordinator

Quick Facts On Paula...

• 9 Years Of Customer Service Experience
• A True Team Player
• A True Professional

Paula P. is a school teacher by day and one of our event/reception coordinators by night. Having worked in the customer service industry in New York & Atlanta, Paula has the experience and attitude to execute the perfect event. By having Paula in your corner, your event will have the benefit of creativity, professionalism and someone who cares about each of our clients at each event. Not only does Paula coordinate details to perfection, but she also includes your guests in on the fun. Often, Paula can be found coordinating the details of a wedding reception, while taking requests from your guests and making friends! From assisting a bride with her bustle to making sure that mom is ready for the mother / son dance, Paula is a great choice to coordinate your wedding reception details. As a school teacher, Paula is also great when working with any children at your event!

 

Joseph Corera - DJ / M.C. Since 1992

Quick Facts On Joseph...

• 17 Years Experience
• Experienced With All Event Types
• Professional Personality

Joseph Corera is an experienced DJ with many events to his credit. Whether performing at school dances, wedding receptions, class reunions or corporate events, Joseph is a great choice. Originally from Sri Lanka, all of Joseph's professional DJ experience has been here in The United States and Canada. Joseph has a passion for the DJ business and takes great pride in his work. By choosing Joseph as your DJ, your event will be a hit!

 

Timothy Hipps - DJ Since 2000

Quick Facts On Tim...

• Great Choice For Any Event
• 9 Years Experience
• Entertaining Personality

Meet Timothy Hipps... also a school teacher by day, while working the dance floors by night. Tim is a creative type, performing for school dances, wedding receptions, nightclubs and more. When joining our team, Tim, introduced our staff to the latest, cutting edge of DJ technology by using MP3 files to digitally incorporate flawless music into our sound systems. Whether by MP3 files to CD or through a DJ based software interface WITH back up hard drives, we thank Tim for moving into the future with our technology. Not only is Tim technically advanced in the arena of the “Digital DJ” but Tim is also a great DJ. Call on Tim to make your party or wedding reception a great success! Tim is also great in working with children!

 

PK William - DJ / M.C. Since 1997

Quick Facts On PK...

• 12 Years Experience
• Ready To Start Any Party
• Prepared To Liven Up Any Event

For more than 10 years, DJ PK has performed at wedding receptions, corporate events, private parties, nightclubs, and other events throughout the Washington Metropolitan Area. DJ PK will make your event entertaining and memorable. He takes pride in customer service and wants to make your event one to remember. He believes in providing you with the personal service that you deserve and will make every attempt to notice the different moods and special moments that occur during your event and play music to enhance those moments.

 

Kurtis S. Cross - DJ / CEO (DJ Since 1986)

Quick Facts On Kurtis...

• Founder & Owner Of MAPDJA Since 1986
• 23 years Experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• 2001 Graduate Of The Connecticut School Of Broadcasting
• Over 2,200 Events Performed
• Professional Wedding & Reception Planner / Consultant

Kurtis S. Cross is the founder and CEO of The Mid Atlantic Professional DJ Association. A deejay since 1986, Kurtis has performed at over 2,000 events, and is a client favorite. Kurtis is available as a professional wedding DJ only, through (www.kurtiscross.com). One of the most popular deejays on the east coast, Kurtis has performed at events in MA, NH, CT, NY, NJ, DE, PA, OH, MD, DC, VA, WV, DE, NC, SC, GA, FL, TX, MI, TN, AL, & IL. Performing at wedding receptions only, Kurtis is the area's most experienced and professional DJ. Kurtis also operates The Professional DJ Training School, where all prospective deejays here at MAPDJA, must complete his courses of training, prior to becoming a professional DJ. To book Kurtis for your wedding reception, please click HERE.