H & H is an entertainment company that attributes its success to a level of service unsurpassed by any. We take pride in creating priceless memories for you. Our job is to take care of the details. We simplify and resolve complications so that you feel comfortable about your upcoming event. Nothing is more valuable to us than the feedback we receive from you.

We sell our guaranteed professional services. Many other entertainment companies sell a price. Don't be fooled by a smooth talker with a low price. Statistics say that 72% of all brides would have spent more time choosing their reception entertainment, and almost 100% of brides say that they would have spent more of their budget on entertainment. Our prices reflect the investment we make in our entertainers, an investment we guarantee will pay off for you. After all, statistics say that 81% of your guests will remember your entertainment most of all!

The people of H & H are here to serve your every need when it comes to event planning & entertainment. We build value through client satisfaction! Please use the list below provided by the American Disc Jockey Association to qualify your potential DJ's. It wall shed light on issues you may have not considered!

The ADJA (American Disc jockey Association) strongly recommends that you ask the following questions:

1. Are you insured? Can you supply me with proof of liability?
Many responsible business owners carry liability insurance to protect their businesses and the consumer. Many locations are beginning to require proof of liability. Ask for proof of liability insurance. Disc Jockey's receive a Certificate of Liability which can be used as proof.

2. Will you be willing to play requests and discuss music ahead of time?
A versatile Disc Jockey is willing to listen to your suggestions, give you feedback and play from your desired song list. A professional Disc Jockey will also accept the fact you may not want certain songs played. A professional Disc Jockey cannot know everything about your musical preferences and entertainment needs without communication.

3. Do you use Professional Equipment?
Ask whether your prospective Disc Jockey works with professional audio equipment. If you are not sure, ask for their equipment list and check with a local music dealer or the A.D.J.A. to verify they are using professional-grade sound gear. Remember that professional gear does not guarantee an entertainer's talent or service level, but is simply a tool for building an exceptional event.

4. Do you provide backup equipment at my event?
Although equipment failure is rare, do you really want your special occasion ruined because your Disc Jockey did not come prepared? It is also important to know if your Disc Jockey has a back-up plan in case of illness or an accident. Members of the A.D.J.A. have many resources available to them in case of an emergency. You may also reach our Hotline number to get a Disc Jockey when you have an emergency. The toll-free number is 888-723-5776.

Booking a reliable Disc Jockey is a very important decision for the success of your party. Selecting a Disc Jockey who is an active member of the American Disc Jockey Association will provide you with the confidence that you have selected a trained professional. A.D.J.A. members are more likely to be involved with other Disc Jockey's who can help them out with an unexpected situation.

5. Does the Disc Jockey know the proper etiquette for your type of party?
A professional Disc Jockey will assist you with the planning of your special day. Most professional entertainers will coordinate, emcee and provide the music that you desire. Ask if they have experience with your type of event.

6. How much time do you allow for set-up?
Punctuality is a necessity. Most Disc Jockey's arrive at least one hour prior to the start time you've given them. Your entertainer should ideally be setup and in-place before your first guest walks through the door.

7. Do you provide a written contract?
It is extremely important to have your booking confirmed in writing. Ask for a written agreement, especially if you are paying an initial retainer. The standard initial payment for entertainment services is 50%. If you are expecting a specific entertainer, make sure you get it in writing as well.

8. Will you be suitably dressed for our occasion?
Specify the type of apparel that your Disc Jockey is expected to wear for your occasion. Formal attire or coat & tie are the most popular forms of attire. If you are having a "themed" event, make sure your entertainer is informed.

9. Do you belong to a professional organization or trade group?
Although belonging to an organization or trade group does not guarantee the talent or professionalism of a disc jockey, it may indicate the companies willingness to network, learn and grow. Disc jockeys can learn through local chapter meetings, national DJ conventions and seminars geared toward the entertainment professional.

Other Items to Note:

Disc Jockey rates vary based on talent, experience, emcee ability, service, coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality.

Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $350.00 to $3,500.00 with an average of $1,200.00 for a 4 hour booking. The best price is not always the best deal, especially if you are planning a wedding. As a matter of fact, surveys conclude that nearly 100% of brides would have spent more money on their entertainment and made it their #1 priority in hindsight.

A full-service disc jockey company will normally invest 12 to 30 hours to your special event but it may appear that you are only paying for "4 hours". Consultations, music purchasing & editing, preparation, set-up and tear-down, education and other business related endeavors add up to the overall success of your special occasion.

Let us know what we can do for you today!

Below is some information about members of our organization.



Dave Hecker

Some Outside Information about Dave:

Dave is a creator and curator of the most brilliant ideas. In his younger years, Hecker teamed up with other friends in many profit making ventures. Recently, Dave has become more involved in his company of 10 years to bring about swift growth and operational efficiency. He is consistently entertaining his own ideas and always willing to entertain others’. Hecker has lived in Suburban Northbrook for 16 years.

While Dave runs a tight ship, so to speak, outside of work his creativity runs wild! Hecker enjoys the holidays, one of them, especially. The Halloween season for Dave is nothing short of a serious undertaking of imagination and creativity. Hecker’s pride and joy, also known as “Mayhem Manor” is a haunted house that carries with it a theme as well as fright and excitement for all who enter! Hecker plans to take the idea commercial for the 2006 season.

Dave and H & H Entertainment:

Dave is an original General Partner to H & H, and has recently employed himself as an Operations Partner to assist and manage growth. Dave works hard with the H & H staff to set and reach goals while maintaining outstanding customer service. Hecker is on a highly consistent level of communication with both our employees and clients to bring about good morale and rapport.You can rely on Dave to get answers quickly and perform well under pressure. If attention is required, Dave is there to provide it.

Count on us to deliver!

Cordially,

David A. Hecker
Chief Operating Officer



Charlie Hass

Some Outside Information about Charlie:

Charlie Hass has been working as an entrepreneur for as long as anyone can remember. While working as a consultant for other businesses, Charlie has been continuing his education at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Hass has an educational background in engineering and management and is currently pursuing further education in Finance Accounting & Economics. Charlie is active in the local chamber of commerce, and is always there in a pinch to help his friends and clients.

In his spare moments, Charlie enjoys a number of hobbies. He competes as a water-show skier, doing a number of stunts. From jumping out of two skis onto his bare feet at 45 mph to holding weight beneath a skiing human pyramid, you won’t find Hass far from the water during the summer months! Charlie also enjoys landscaping and home improvement projects while spending time at his family home in the Twin Lakes. During the winter months, Hass enjoys snow-skiing and large gatherings with family and friends.

Charlie and H & H Entertainment:

Since its inception in 1995, Charlie has worked hard to develop H & H from a two-man operation providing a mobile disc jockey service into a full-service entertainment company. Hass has bought about innovation and invention in many new programs. Such programs include the H & H Referral Network, a group of industry professionals outside H & H that endorse H & H programs through experience, and Our Corporate Renewal Programs. If there is a service or program that we can, yet don’t currently offer, Charlie will develop it through careful planning and execution!

Hass still performs at 50 events annually!

I will make our services the precise fit for your special needs!

Cordially,

Charlie Hass
Chairman


Darrin Guy

Some Outside Information about Darrin:

Darrin has spent the last eleven years as a DJ in Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. Guy has an array of experience that is focused in wedding and nightclub entertainment. Darrin is great with announcements and crowd motivation. He also "spins" almost every genre; Hi-NRG, Hip-Hop, Euro, Retro, Rock, and Top 40. Guy holds DJ residencies with Woodhollow Loft (Schererville, In) and Ala Carte Entertainment, who owns such establishments as Excalibur, Alumni Club, and Famous Freddie's. Darrin has done various guest spots at the Mission (Elgin, IL), bars and nightclubs in Indiana.

Darrin spends his spare time working on personal music projects. His first mix CD will be released in mid April. He is currently working on his own independent tracks, which are scheduled to be released later this year. Darrin is always out and about in the club life looking for new ideas. Guy is an avid skater, and enjoys whizzing around at many of the Chicago-area rinks on a weekly basis.

Darrin and H & H Entertainment:

Darrin has been with the company as a DJ and Emcee since June of 1999. Darrin now serves as a very talented Disc Jockey and is responsible for upholding the mission of H & H. Regarding the services to be provided at your event, Guy will make sure that your special day is one to remember!

I stand behind our services, satisfaction guaranteed!

Cordially,

Darrin M. Guy
Professional Disc Jockey

Alison Rootberg

Some Outside Information about Alison:

Alison Rootberg is an interdisciplinary artist whose primary focus is in dance and video. As a choreographer her work has been presented for ADaPT (Association for Dance and Performance Telematics), Edgewood High School (WI), Madison East High School (WI), The Margaret D’Houbler Theater (WI), Stevenson High School (IL), The Kitchen (NY), and the Wisconsin Union Theater. As a performer she has worked with Li Chiao-Ping, Tim Glen, Barbara Grubel, Karen McShane-Hellenbrand, Sara Pearson, Dawn Stoppiello, Ruth Solomon, Dan Wagoner, Robert Wechsler, Patrick Widrig, and Jin-Wen Yu. As a video artist, she has worked with Mark Coniglio, Carrie Dashow, Stephan Koplowitz, Heidi Latsky, Victoria Marks, Neal Rolnick, Doug Rosenberg, and Frieder Weiss.

Rootberg received a BS in InterArts and Technology and a BFA in Dance from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She served as the Theater Arts Director for the Wisconsin Union Theater (1300 Seats) 2003-2004, coordinated the Festival of Interarts and Technology at UW-Madison 2000-2003, and was the recipient of the Orchesis Award 2003 (an award given annually to an outstanding dance major), the Pfuderer Smith Scholarship 2000-2003, and the School of Education Senior Honors Research Fellowship 2003-2004. Currently Rootberg is working towards an MFA in Dance and Integrated Media at the California Institute of the Arts.

Learn more about Alison by clicking this link: www.calarts.edu/~rootberg

Alison and H & H Entertainment:

Alison has been working with H & H Entertainment since 1999. She is responsible for developing the performing arts programs for corporate and social clients. Past venues include countless Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Corporate seminars and holiday parties in addition to Product Releases & Trade Shows. For more information about what Alison and the H & H Group can do for you, please give us a call!

We appreciate the opportunity to be of service for your entertainment needs!

Cordially,

Alison Rootberg
On Behalf of the H & H Group