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SSS Weekend Supervisor- Laura Russell



Laura Russell, our weekend supervisor, joined the Split Second Sound Family over a year ago, and she fit right in instantly! Have you ever wondered when the heck SSS takes a break?! The answer is NEVER - We just take turns making sure every single detail is covered!

Laura is in charge of coordinating all SSS events on the weekends by using our batline (AKA the SSS iPhone) to ensure everyone is where they are supposed to be at the right time! Our DJs arrive on site to all events hours before and are required to "check in" with Laura in the case of emergency. Laura also handles and responds to our weekend emails and inquiries helping to keep SSS's response time as fast as possible!

She enjoys being a part of the music industry because music defines so many of the memorable moments in our lives. A song can transport us to any point in history and being a part of those moments is truly an honor. Laura believes that SSS stands out as the best because of our perfect blend of passion, family, and respect. Laura says, “SSS has all the ingredients of any successful company. It is built on the shoulders of those who have a passion for what they do and strive to be the best. It continues to be built by those who treat it with respect and understand they are part of something very special. The ingredients come together to make a business that is family, friends, and professionalism.”


Laura looks up to her dad most in life. Laura says, “He taught me so much of what I know with patience and kindness. His spirit for learning, fighting for what is right, and always looking at life with goal to improve the world around him is why I became a middle school teacher.” Laura is motivated to continue helping SSS be a top contender because she knows how important it is for everyone to have someone they can trust with their special day. She looks forward to seeing the company continue to grow the opportunities it creates for all those involved.

We are beyond thankful to have had Laura come into our lives. She genuinely enjoys talking with all of our clients, setting up times for them to come in and learn more about SSS, and making sure every single event of ours is taken care of. It's all about the details and going that extra step here at SSS, and Laura embodies that to the fullest!

What is your definition of hard work?
Well, my day job is a Middle School Engineering / Robotics Teacher so…..

If someone wrote a biography on you, what do you think the title would be?
"She Was Crazy, But We Loved Her Anyway"

On a scale of 1 to 10, how lucky would you consider yourself in life and why?
10 +
I have a wonderful family who supports my every adventure. I teach the most amazing middle school students. I work at SSS and get to be a part of the SSS family!

What are your top 3 core values within the company?
To always do what is best for the clients
To support the office staff and DJs
To keep learning so I can be an asset to SSS

What would the closest person in your life say if I asked them, “What is one characteristic that they totally dig about you, and the one that drives them insane?”
They dig that I think I have awesome dance moves and can sing like a rock star. It drives them insane when I continue to dance and sing even though they have told me I’m not good AT ALL!

If you were to win the lottery tomorrow, what is the first thing you would buy?
15 robotic kits for my 7th and 6th grade classes...And new tires for my jeep.

What’s your favorite 90s jam?
Any song sung by a guy with long hair in flannel

What’s your favorite 80s jam?
 Any and all songs by Duran Duran

Favorite TV show?
Dance Academy - No judgement!!!

Favorite movie?
Enchanted - Patrick Dempsey doing jazz hands gets me EVERY time!

Favorite restaurant?
BYB - Our “BackYard Bar” with my husband on the grill.

What would your pet say about you if he/she could talk?
She never learns. Yes, I am hungry. Yes, I want to go outside/for a ride. Yes, I want a treat. Stop asking me these questions like I am going to say NO!

If a genie granted you three wishes, what would you wish for?
Cool fall day in the BYB with all my friends and family as Duran Duran (c. 1981) plays a private concert and Jonah DJs the party!

What’s your favorite part of your current job at SSS?
My favorite part is that I am able to help out the office team, so they can have the weekends with their families and friends. When a future client reaches out on a Friday night and I am able to have them set up with an appointment the next week, so they can relax. That I can ensure the DJs are on location safe and being on the other end of the line if anyone needs anything on the weekends.

Pepsi or Coke?
Coke

Chocolate or Vanilla?
Strawberry

Mountains or Beach?
Mountains

Cook or Eat Out?
Cookout

Burgers or Hot Dogs?
One of each

What is your personal favorite genre of music? Favorite artist(s)? Why?
I don’t have so much a favorite genre as favorite time and place music. There is riding in my jeep music, classroom music, hiking music, cleaning the house music, hanging with friends music, and dance it off music.

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