DJX ’24 Education: Tutorial Shows How to Prevent Gig Disasters

“The Gig MacGyver: Predicting & Preparing for Disaster (Before It Actually Happens)” – mobile vet Ryan von Ahn will help you out.

Atlantic City, N.J. – As an entertainment-company owner – or at least someone who signs a contract – you're on the hook for performing. The show must go on! As all mobile DJs know, there's a lot that must go right to pull off a quality performance on the most important day of someone's life. That said, there's also a lot that can go wrong – before you leave the office, in transit, or on location. How do you predict, prepare, and ultimately solve a bad situation? With his detailed DJX ’24 tutorial – “The Gig MacGyver: Predicting & Preparing for Disaster (Before It Actually Happens)” – mobile vet Ryan von Ahn will help you out.

Join us at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. from August 5-8 for DJX ‘24, where the DJ industry converges for an unparalleled experience. Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies, invaluable education, and exclusive After Dark events. Secure your tickets now and elevate your DJ business to new heights! Make More in ‘24...

Ryan von Ahn of By Request DJs in Akron, Ohio, is a 22-year veteran of the entertainment industry and a former corporate trainer, so… he’s seen it all. Call offs? Check. Staff almost completely wiped out? Check. Vehicle breakdowns or accidents? Check. Storage break-ins the day before a gig? Check. Traffic and weather emergencies? Check. Equipment failure? Check. Last-minute changes? Double-check. So, in this info-filled tutorial, Ryan will detail ways to mitigate risk, using both real-life examples and hypotheticals. He’ll also exchange war stories and have an interactive discussion, asking: “What would you do?” Check in and avoid your next gig disaster.

Running since 1990, DJX is produced by DJ LIFE magazine and Hazan Media Group – it remains the premier global event for the DJ industry. Experience the epicenter of DJ culture and lifestyle at the largest, longest-running, and most-impactful gathering of DJs in The Americas. Each year, DJs, artists, radio stations, mix-show hosts, brands, retailers, and music-industry thought leaders migrate to DJX to celebrate the power of music, innovation, networking, and education. DJX boasts the industry's largest exhibition floor, hosts After Dark Events, and features over 30 high-impact educational sessions annually.   

Register for DJX ‘24, HERE.