THE MARQUEE TEAM
Different DJ personalities. One Marquee standard.
Every performer on this team brings their own personality, musical range, and approach to the room. What they share is the Marquee standard: strong instincts, real preparation, professionalism, and the ability to carry an event the right way.
Just as important, they’re people you can feel comfortable around. Warm, grounded, and easy to trust. If you already know who you connect with, great. If not, we’ll help you find the right fit.

Rick Parisi
Rick founded Marquee Events after seeing too many weddings handled the same way, with the same songs, the same pacing, and none of the care a great celebration deserves. Since then, he has DJed across the country, performed at more than 1,500 weddings, and built Marquee into one of the most sought-after teams in the region.
Rick brings a polished, high-control presence to weddings, with a focus on preparation, room awareness, and creating nights that feel anything but cookie-cutter.
Interested in Rick? Mention that in your inquiry.
Live music, integrated
For couples who want to take the music beyond a DJ-only experience, Marquee offers live performance that works seamlessly within the flow of the night. These are not separate acts or interruptions. They’re fully integrated into the way your event feels from start to finish.
Dr. Brandon Kelley
Dr. Brandon Kelley brings live saxophone to Marquee events with the polish of a classically trained musician and the instincts of a live performer. His background spans orchestras, private events, and international stages, with performances across Europe, the Caribbean, and the U.S. He’s also an award-winning musician, earning top honors from competitions like the Manhattan International Music Competition.
That level of training shows up in how he plays, but what matters more is how he uses it in the room.
Brandon can shape the feel of a cocktail hour, add a live focal point to key moments, or step onto the dance floor and layer sax over a DJ set in a way that feels natural, not forced. Working alongside Marquee DJs, his performance is fully integrated into the flow of the night, so the live music enhances the energy instead of interrupting it.
His style is refined but flexible, with the ability to move between elegant and high-energy depending on the moment. It’s not just about adding live music. It’s about making the overall experience feel more dynamic and elevated from start to finish.
Interested in adding live sax to your wedding? Mention Brandon in your inquiry.


DJ talent, carefully matched
Your DJ sets the pace for the entire celebration, from the first announcement to the last song of the night. Each Marquee DJ brings their own style and personality, but the goal is always the same: read the room, guide the flow, and create a dance floor that feels natural to your crowd.
Whether you already have someone in mind or want help choosing the right fit, Marquee will match you with a DJ whose energy, style, and approach make sense for your wedding.

Jack Witmer
Jack has been shaping memorable dance floors since 2017. His strength is creating the right music atmosphere for the room, whether that means a wedding, a social event, a business gathering, or a nightclub set.
His knowledge spans a wide range of genres, which helps him keep the music aligned with the couple, the crowd, and the energy in the room. Jack stands by the idea that no two crowds are the same, and that adaptability is one of the reasons couples connect with him.
When you choose Jack, you are getting more than a music selector. You are getting someone focused on helping create a night people will remember.
Interested in Jack? Mention that in your inquiry.

Dave Wolkonowski
With over two decades behind the decks, Dave has been crafting unforgettable music experiences since 2004, performing at hundreds of weddings, private events, and high-energy celebrations. His approach aligns perfectly with Marquee Events’ philosophy – every event is curated, intentional, and built around the people in the room.
Dave is known for his ability to read a crowd and adapt in real time, seamlessly blending genres to create a flow that feels natural, elevated, and completely unique to each celebration. Whether it’s a packed dance floor or a more refined, intimate setting, he understands how to build energy and deliver moments that people remember long after the night ends.
His passion for music and attention to detail ensure that no two events ever feel the same. Dave brings experience, versatility, and a shared commitment to delivering a level of entertainment that goes beyond expectations.
Interested in Dave? Mention that in your inquiry.

Shaun Lewis
With an event as important as your wedding, setting the mood matters just as much as choosing the right music. That balance is one of the reasons so many couples connect with Shaun.
DJing professionally since 1993, Shaun brings a rare mix of experience, range, and instinct. His taste moves easily between old-school hip hop and R&B, current hits, lounge, and club music, and he knows how to blend old and new in a way that keeps different generations engaged.
As one of the most well-versed DJs on the team, Shaun has the kind of musical depth and timing that keeps a room moving naturally all night long.
Interested in Shaun? Mention that in your inquiry.

Sean Delaney
Sean has been creating unforgettable nights with Marquee couples since 2019. His style leans high-energy and open-format, which makes him a strong fit for couples who want nonstop momentum on the dance floor.
As a skilled curator of Top 40, hip hop, electronic, and open-format styles, Sean has earned residencies at Brockport College and multiple nightlife venues throughout the region. He is also a travel DJ for one of New York State’s most in-demand pop-up event brands.
Do not let his young appearance fool you. Sean knows how to rock a wedding.
Interested in Sean? Mention that in your inquiry.

Miguel Angel
Miguel has been a DJ and event host in Rochester’s club scene since 1999, and that experience shows in the way he sets a tone and keeps a dance floor full.
His dedication to professionalism, from the first planning conversation to the last song of the night, is one of the things couples notice most. Miguel works closely with vendors and venue staff to make sure everything runs the way it should.
Old-school hip hop, new-school jams, Top 40, and electronic music are all part of Miguel’s range. If you’re looking for a seasoned, versatile DJ with a club-forward feel later in the night, you’ve found him.
Interested in Miguel? Mention that in your inquiry.

Nick Morales
Nick’s DJ journey started in 2017 with a gift from his brother, a first DJ board that sparked a passion he could not ignore. By 2021, after his first music festival, he dove in fully, upgrading his gear, studying music theory, and immersing himself in electronic music and live sets.
For Nick, DJing is about more than songs. It is about creating moments, bringing back nostalgia with forgotten favorites, and introducing fresh tracks that get people moving.
With roots in soul, Motown, disco, hip hop, pop, and R&B, Nick’s style is grounded in range, but his heart beats strongest with electronic sounds, especially house, trance, and UK garage.
Interested in Nick? Mention that in your inquiry.

Giancarlo Mallia
Giancarlo’s DJ journey began in 2018, following in his father’s footsteps and carrying forward a family passion for music. From the start, he was drawn to the art of reading a crowd and creating unforgettable moments on the dance floor.
While he’s skilled in open format and can move easily between genres, Giancarlo’s specialties are EDM, 2000s and 2010s dance, pop, and hip hop. His sets strike a balance between nostalgia and energy, keeping guests engaged from the first song to the last.
His youthful look may catch some people by surprise, but his experience and instincts speak for themselves.
Interested in Giancarlo? Mention that in your inquiry.

Kyle Orton
From the first conversation to the final song, Kyle’s focus is simple: make it about you. Every event is personal, and every crowd deserves a soundtrack that fits.
With a background in Broadcast and Journalism, he developed a strong instinct for reading a room, telling a story, and creating seamless flow—skills that naturally evolved into DJing. Combined with years of experience, he adapts effortlessly to any crowd.
Kyle’s deep knowledge of music spans all genres, allowing him to blend styles, match the energy, and keep the celebration moving.
Since 2010, he’s brought professionalism, experience, and calm confidence to every event—creating moments that reflect each couple and leave a lasting impression.
Interested in Kyle? Mention that in your inquiry.

Tyler Trippany
Tyler is one of the most versatile members of the Marquee team, blending DJ talent with technical expertise. Over the past four years, he’s developed a deep understanding of what it takes to deliver a seamless, high-level event from start to finish.
Tyler has a natural instinct for reading the room—building energy, keeping the dance floor moving, and tailoring the music to each couple and moment.
Behind the scenes, he also serves as a lead event technician, specializing in audio and visual production for corporate and large-scale events. This added expertise ensures every event not only sounds exceptional, but looks and feels elevated.
Tyler represents the next generation of Marquee—driven, detail-focused, and committed to exceeding expectations.
Interested in Tyler? Mention that in your inquiry.

Travis Jessick
Travis brings a fresh, undeniable energy to the Marquee team. Having grown within the company, he’s learned the Marquee approach from the ground up and understands what it takes to create an unforgettable event.
His personality stands out immediately—he connects naturally with people, reads the room with ease, and elevates the energy in a way that feels effortless and genuine. That presence carries into his performances, where he creates moments that are fun, engaging, and in sync with the crowd.
With a strong attention to detail and a deep understanding of the Marquee standard, Travis approaches every celebration with intention, delivering seamless, high-energy experiences from start to finish.
Interested in Travis? Mention that in your inquiry.
The Marquee standard in Columbus
Marquee Events’ presence in Columbus is built on the same standard that shaped the company in New York: strong preparation, thoughtful planning, real DJ skill, and a focus on how the room feels from one moment to the next.
Joe brought that standard with him when he relocated from New York, and Mike helps carry it forward in Ohio. Together, they give couples in Columbus a local Marquee presence they can feel confident in from the first conversation to the last song.

Joe Gerard
Columbus, Ohio
Affectionately known by many of our industry friends as “The Prodigy,” Joe is one of the strongest talents on the Marquee team. DJing since the age of 14, his depth of experience shows in the way he reads a room and keeps the energy moving.
Joe is also our EDM and Top 40 expert. He holds multiple residencies throughout Columbus, Ohio and performs at large-scale events like Breakaway Music Festival, sharing lineups with artists like Zedd, Porter Robinson, Knock2, Chris Lake, and Flume.
If you’re looking for someone who knows how to turn a celebration into a real party, Joe brings the kind of energy couples remember.
Interested in Joe? Mention that in your inquiry.

Mike Dow
Columbus, Ohio
Mike Dow is an open-format DJ delivering serious quality to weddings, private parties, and corporate events. With more than a decade of DJ and MC experience, his style blends genres with a strong focus on hip hop and dance.
A charismatic master of ceremonies, Mike brings people together through music, energy, and timing. He also has extensive experience in concert venues, nightclubs, and festivals across the Midwest, with appearances alongside major touring acts and residencies throughout Columbus.
If you’re looking for a skilled DJ and MC with range, presence, and a soulful edge, Mike is a strong fit.
Interested in Mike? Mention that in your inquiry.

