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ADJA Peter Merry Leadership Award

At the ADJA National meeting in February, 2005, in Las Vegas, the ADJA presented Peter Merry,
the outgoing President, with the very first “Peter Merry Leadership Award.” The purpose of the award is to honor an ADJA member that has displayed exceptional service, dedication and commitment to the American Disc Jockey Association for the current, calendar year. Peter received the award in his name for the time he unselfishly dedicated from 2003 to 2004, traveling the country and educating DJs on wedding marketing as well as on the benefits and features of ADJA membership.

Through Peter's efforts the ADJA enjoyed an unprecedented increase in individual ADJA membership and local chapter development. Plus, the DJ industry as a whole celebrated a substantial rise in the level of professionalism and ethics.

2010 - Ron Brown

Ron Brown - has served unselfishly since their local chapter was established in 2005. This leader dedicates countless hours, spreading the word to other DJs and growing the local chapter. Not only did this leader work locally, but also visited other chapters to help them succeed. Based on this leader's efforts, there are new ADJA chapters in St. Louis and Oklahoma.

In 2008, an ADJA member in Houston hit some hard times. Her husband had recently undergone several surgeries and their family nearly lost their home during hurricane Katrina. Things were feeling tight and Lisa really needed a pick me up. This leader knew a trip to Vegas would help, so he organized a fund-raiser, sought some assistance from Mobile Beat, and raised enough money for Lisa to join other DJs in Vegas in 2009.All Expenses Paid!

This leader pushed for support from his local chapter and established the Midwest Mobile Entertainers Seminar first held in Wichita, Kansas in January 2006. This seminar has continued to grow for 4 years and plans are still in the works for their 5th seminar this year. Rather than focus on what can't be done, this leader seeks solutions and helps others find ways to make things happen.

In early 2009, a local DJ was a victim of theft when their fully loaded, locked trailer, was burglarized at a local, secure storage facility. Although this victim was not a member of the local chapter, he was still a peer DJ in their community. This leader, along with his local chapter, arranged to collect, deliver, and pick up the necessary equipment for this DJ to continue producing income. While not the ultimate goal, Joel Gutierrez recognized the support from this leader and his chapter's efforts, and joined the local chapter in November 2009.

This leader also shows his peers how much fun life can be. The local chapter holds social events throughout the year, and one is a lake social. This leader provides his boat for swimming, skiing, tubing, and a day of fun on the water with families. He won't accept any money for fuel, and he looks great in a speedo.

This year's recipient truly embodies what a great leader should be. Others don't follow because he is their nominated leader, others want to be like him because of his guidance, personality, and dedication to helping others succeed.

2009 - Robbie Britton

Robbie Britton - Aside from working closely with Drax to set-up the ADJA Networking referral card, and the Randy Bartlett DVD referral program. Robbie also traveled to the Cincinnati ADJA chapter and spoke with their members on his own dime to encourage them & to help to provide quality content.

Robbie Britton also saw a need to bring top leaders & trainers to his little market. Instead of being discouraged, he started the ARMDJS conference. ARMDJS was arguably the most successful regional small market show ever. On his first try he nailed it in the middle of nowhere. He set a standard for regional shows at ARMSDJ. He also spoke at last years ADJA national meeting and his genuine excitement was a highlight for many in attendance. Robbie has gone above and beyond and I can think of nobody more deserving.

2008 - Marcello Pedalino

Marcello Pedalino has worked hard to improve the image and talent of the New Jersey Disc Jockey Industry. He always projects the most positive, business-like image, and is noted for always being observed wearing a dress suit. He leads by example at all times and shares his success and knowledge with his peers, putting on seminars and demonstrations, at no charge.

As one that has won the DJ of the year competition multiple times, he is still found front & center at every seminar he can attend that will help him build his business. He truly desires to improve the image of our industry and goes well and beyond in his quest to accomplish this goal. We want to thank Marcello for all he has done to promote the image of the ADJA.

2007 - John Young

John Young has led the industry with increased efforts to raise educational awareness. He co founded a Regional Networking group, is the promoter & producer of the Northern & southern DJ conferences. With these conferences he has brought in some of the finest trainers in the world to teach & educate Mobile DJs.

2006 - Peter Merkle

Peter Merkle has lead the DJ Think Tank at Mobile Beat the last few years, has overseen the ADJA National Elections Committee and Chapter has assisted the Local Officers in building a strong chapter in just under two years. He has been an active participant at DiscJockeyAmerica.com helping hundreds of DJ's to better themselves & their businesses.

2005 - Peter Merry

Peter Merry started his service by being a local chapter president of the SCADJA. During his tenure the SCADJA exploded in growth, & developed a meeting structure that is still used today as the template for local chapter meetings. Peter also led the ADJA as National President from 2003-2004 & served with distinction. During His tenure Peter, accompanied by another director traveled the nation to over 40 cities teaching DJs how better consultations would bring better bookings. As a result of his efforts the ADJA realized significant membership growth & increased professionalism. Because of his leadership & passion for the ADJA, this award was created in his namesake to be an inspiration to leaders everywhere.