Definition:
Kickbacks – Slang, A return of a percentage of a sum
of money already received, typically as a result of
pressure, coercion, or a secret agreement.
There are thousands of DJ’s out there to choose from.
The best way to narrow your search is by getting references.
By now you probably have a location picked out for your
reception. Most cases the venue coordinator will have a list of
preferred vendors.
But before you take their word for it, ask the coordinator
what the criteria is to be on the list. Just because there
on the list doesn’t always mean your getting a quality vendor.
Many coordinators receive kickbacks from vendors to make
the list. I’ve personally seen DJ companies paying out these
kickbacks.
At many of the locations I’ve performed at, I’ve seen the on-site
coordinator leave right after dinner is served. How do the know
the outcome and success the the event?
There are some venue coordinators out there that do take pride in
what they do, and care about the outcome of your wedding.
This is not limited to just on-site coordinators.
Photographers work side by side with DJ’s through most of the
night, and love to work with great DJ’s. It makes for great
pictures (memories). Most photographers will recommend DJ’s
based on their performance. Experienced photographers know
who the better DJ’s are.
Yet I have known a few photographers that have receive kickbacks
too. The best way to be sure, is to ask several other wedding
professionals about the reputation and performance of the DJ
you have in mind.
Mark Sanchez
(602) 509-0519
www.ProfessionalMobileEnt.com
