by robert@flxwebdesign.com | Nov 13, 2025 | 2023 MEX Hall Of Fame
Randy Bartlett owned and managed Premier Entertainment in Sacramento, CA for over 30 years. A full time entertainer and Wedding Entertainment Director®, specializing in weddings, as well as performing at hundreds of Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, corporate and social events, his referral based business had his clients paying him substantially above the average rate of DJs in his market.
One of the country’s most recognized speakers for the DJ profession, he’s presented his hilarious and educational seminars to standing room only crowds at conventions in the US, Canada, England and Jamaica. He has presented at MEX, Mobile Beat, DJ Expo, MidWest DJs, DJ Think Tank, NACE, AfWPI, Wedding MBA, ARMDJs, as well as many local DJ gatherings and private workshops. His consistently sold-out Microphone Skills Workshops have helped DJs around the world reach new levels in their wedding businesses.
Randy was a frequent contributor to the online Chat Boards for DJs, including DJChat, ProDJ and DiscJockeyAnerica, as well as a contributing writer to Mobile Beat Magazine and DJ Times Magazine.
He’s the creator and producer of the best-selling and acclaimed 1% Solution series of training videos, and is a member of the Wedding Entertainment Directors Guild™ and the ADJA, serving on the Board Of Advisors, and has been featured in the books “The Best Wedding Reception…EVER!” “The Mobile DJ Handbook,” “Mind Your Own Business, “Performance Beyond Expectation” and “Celebrate Life.”
Prior to his career as a mobile DJ, he spent 15 years in sales, with 10 years in sales management & sales training and was a nationally recognized and award winning sales representative.
In 2023, he was inducted in the first class of the MEX Hall Of Fame. In 2017, he was inducted into ADJA Hall Of Fame and in 2018, inducted into the Mobile Beat Hall of Fame and awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Wedding Professionals, International.
Randy retired in 2019 and now lives in the Sierra Nevada Mountains just outside of Yosemite National Park and spends time there as well as his home in Sacramento with his wife, Denice, who was also a wedding entertainer and DJ. Randy enjoys traveling and volunteering in his mountain community.
by robert@flxwebdesign.com | Nov 13, 2025 | 2023 MEX Hall Of Fame
Shani Barnett stands as a trailblazer in the entertainment world, with over 25 years of unparalleled dedication and innovation in the DJ industry. From the very start, Shani has not only captivated audiences but has also shaped the future of Mobile and Club DJing. Her talent and expertise have taken her to the stage at some of the industry’s most respected DJ Conferences, including the DJ Times DJ Expo in Atlantic City, Mobile Beat Las Vegas, Las Vegas DJ Show, Harvest of Sound Boston, DJX Atlantic City, and MEX Las Vegas, where she has shared her wealth of knowledge through educational seminars and dynamic live performances.
As the founder of Shani Barnett Productions in Chicago, she has elevated the industry by working with an elite roster of clients—from chart-topping music artists and athletes to fashion icons and high-profile corporate brands. Shani’s unique ability to connect with audiences and tailor her performances to any event or crowd has made her a sought-after DJ, flying regularly to major cities like Miami, Orlando, Nashville, and Las Vegas to light up the hottest venues across the country.
Shani is a versatile open-format DJ, known for her ability to seamlessly adapt to various environments. She can be found entertaining at corporate events, private functions, and in Chicago’s vibrant nightclub and lounge scene. In addition to her local engagements, Shani is frequently flown to DJ at some of the hottest clubs and rooftops across the nation.
Her commitment to excellence is further reflected in her partnerships with industry-leading brands. As a Brand Ambassador for DAS Audio and an endorser of Ultimate Ears Pros, Shani exemplifies the very best in sound technology, proudly using their products to enhance her performances and push the boundaries of what’s possible in live entertainment.
Whether she’s spinning at corporate galas, exclusive branding events, or Chicago’s most iconic nightclubs and rooftops, Shani continues to captivate and inspire. An open-format DJ at heart with a love for Chicago House, she has the unique ability to seamlessly adapt her style to any setting, ensuring every crowd gets the unforgettable experience they deserve.
Shani’s extraordinary contributions to the DJ community, her tireless pursuit of excellence, and her passion for her craft have earned her a rightful place as one of the most respected and influential figures in the entertainment industry. Her induction into the 1st Class of the Hall of Fame is not just a recognition of her career achievements, but a celebration of the mark she’s made on the culture of music, performance, and entertainment.
by robert@flxwebdesign.com | Nov 13, 2025 | 2023 MEX Hall Of Fame
Sean “Big Daddy” McKee is the most loved person in the DJ industry. He has presented at every DJ conference in North America. He is a DJ Times “DJ Entertainer of the Year,” a recipient of the ADJA’s “Peter Merry” award and is a recipient of DJ Think Tank’s “Flame of Inspiration.”
His motto is SMILE AS LOUD AS YOU CAN, and just remember BIG DADDY LOVES YOU.
