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John McAllister

Bronxville,NY

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished DJ and Audio/Video Editor with over 50 years of experience in the entertainment industry, complemented by a strong commitment to community engagement. Founder of The Values 4 Life (V4L) Foundation Inc., dedicated to fostering positive youth development through various initiatives. Actively involved in local organizations, fundraisers, and events in collaboration with the NYPD Community Affairs Bureau, while also spearheading a newly established Summer Basketball League that serves 180-200 youth aged 18 and under. Passionate about creating opportunities that empower the next generation and contribute to a brighter future for the community.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Values 4 Life Foundation Inc.
09.2017 - Current
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.

Professional DJ/Recording Engineer/Sound Mixer

Self-employeed
04.1975 - Current
  • Improved event atmosphere by curating tailored playlists for a diverse range of clients and venues.
  • Managed sound equipment setup and breakdown, ensuring optimal audio quality for each performance venue.
  • Implemented effective time management strategies allowing proper preparation prior to each performance.
  • Monitored crowd reactions adjusting setlists accordingly for an engaging experience tailored towards audience preferences.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

N.Y.I.T
New York, NY
06-1985

F.C.C.1ST Class License - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

ATS COMMUNICATIONS
Manhattan, NY
06-1980

Skills

  • Effective decision making
  • Operational excellence
  • Customer focus
  • Strategic visioning

Timeline

CEO

Values 4 Life Foundation Inc.
09.2017 - Current

Professional DJ/Recording Engineer/Sound Mixer

Self-employeed
04.1975 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

N.Y.I.T

F.C.C.1ST Class License - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

ATS COMMUNICATIONS

Community Service

Valley Day Family Reunion, Co-Founder, Bronx, NY, USA, 1969, Present, VALLEY DAY -NOW THE “VALLEY DAY FAMILY REUNION”, was initially started to remind us of all the GREAT TIMES we had when the weekend came, and the music came—outdoors—in the VALLEY (HAFFEN) PARK. But it’s much more than that. From the time the park was 1st opened back in 1969-70 and the HILLSIDE LITTLE LEAGUE took the field, the best of ‘the good ‘ol days’ was well on its way., I was 8 yrs old when I joined the league, won 3 out of 4 championships with my team “J-A-M” (still don’t remember what that meant) and was an ALL-STAR pitcher, catcher, line-drive hitting, base-stealing ‘phenom’ who batted around .400. After the games, in was ‘captain’ of the ‘clean-up crew’ that was responsible for maintaining and cleaning ‘the area’ once all games were completed. And because I lived closest to the park, I was also the equipment manager (well, mom and dad were but I took that ‘credit’). After my final season and moving on to Sandlot Baseball, I started my 1st year as a seasonal park worker in HAFFEN PARK. For the next 4 years I was the ‘seasonal parkie’ for both HAFFEN (VALLEY) PARK and SOUSA PARK (across form EDENWALD PROJECTS), Already a self-taught drummer and ‘trained’ guitarist, I rapidly developed a natural sense for arranging a playlist of songs that could be played back-to-back, all with similar tempo’s and most in the ‘same key’, giving me the ability to cover songs (as a drummer) continuously for various lengths of time (depending on ‘the show’). I used this same ability to put together mixed tapes that we’d used during intimation. The mixed tapes created more of a buzz than the band, creating a ‘new line of work’ for me. A career that started in 1975, has turned out to be one of NY’s top DJs, now in my 50th season. Playing at a club called The Palace in New Rochelle, NY., I slowly earned a position as primary (house) DJ and before long, acquired a second ‘primary location’ at a club called The Straight Back, located in Harlem, USA. From 1975-1980 weekend ‘park-jams’ were becoming more and more prevalent, and Haffen (Valley) Park was a PRIMARY location in the Bronx for most. Dangerous times ended that era of entertainment, until the 3rd Sunday in August of 1985. That marks the date of the 1st ANNUAL VALLEY DAY REUNION., Forming a small committee of 6 members, our 1st Valley Day Reunion was a HUGE success and it felt great ‘giving-back’ to the community I grew up in. It’s remained vibrant for 39 years, with me (Johnny G) being the last of the Original Valley Day Committee Members as we head towards our monumental 40th ANNUAL VALLEY DAY REUNION. Looking at better days ahead, I’ve ‘elevated’ the committee into an ‘official’ 501(3)C NON-FOR-PROFIT organization ready to fulfill more of the needs and ‘deeds’ that will benefit and enhance the quality of life for everyone in our communitymy ‘young ones’ being the primary!, The Values 4 Life (V4L) Foundation Inc. was officially est. in 2017 and I, Award Winning Mixmaster Johnny G of The Come Off Crew, am the CEO. Since its establishment and after a ‘consultation’ with, then park commissioner Ms. Rodriguez, we were able to agree on a ‘partial’ basketball court makeover, which allowed me to re-institute a summer basketball program for our ‘young ones’ 18yrs of age and under This meeting was also attended by Councilman Kevin Riley, strong supporter of the V4L Foundation. Once the ‘makeover’ was completed, I then had to MOVE all ‘drug activity’ (open sales) from the park and the areas surrounding the park. Respectfully, compliance was met, and tournament play in Valley (Haffen) Park was back ‘IN FULL EFFECT!’ I’ve been involved with all talks involving the TOTALPARK RENOVATION (which we are desperately waiting on), and once the renovation is completed, The Foundation has plans for ‘year-round’ activity for ‘young ones’ and Elders as well. In addition to my direct efforts involving the improvements in and around Haffen (Valley) Park, I’ve also:, Been a member of NYPD 47th Precinct Community Board for 20+ years and counting and strengthened community relations with the assist of, then precinct commander, Insp. Raul Stevenson, Recipient of a Certificate of Merit from the New York State Assembly—Valley Day Honoree 2012, APPEARED ON ANDY KING’S “KING TALK—BOYS TO MEN III, Recipient of Certificate of Appreciation from the NYPD Community Affairs Bureau—Det. Fred Washington (May 25, 2023), Member of The Peoples Police Academy—est. in 2017 in conjunction with 47th Precinct Community Affairs Officer Belle and Rev. Q.-implemented to assist in recognizing and advising New Officers on ‘troubled’ areas within the 83rd District, Appointed Vice President of the Bronx Chapter of The National Action Network in 2017, alongside Phil Jordan (Appointed President) by Al Sharpton., Award Winning Mixmaster Johnny G-DJ for “The-Come-Off-Crew” 50 yrs as Professional DJ—All starting with events in Valley (Haffen) Park, Event Coordinator for numerous Park and Fundraising Events for multiple individuals, Multiple Voter Registration Drives and Petition Signings (most during our Valley Day Events), Recipient of Citation of Merit from the Bronx Borough Presidents office (2022), Assisted in removing ‘neighborhood liabilities’—i.e. Traffic congestion caused by the Adult Soccer League created unsafe conditions for residents—But Now It’s BackI’m On It!!, Directly Reached Out to ‘slow-down’ the ‘doughnut making car enthusiast’ who continue to try and TAKE OVER Hammersley Ave, (too close to the park), and it’s working!!, DJ and Event Coordinator for ALL 40 VALLEY DAY REUNIONS., MC/HOST for NYPD COMMUNITY AFFAIRS DIVISIONS’S “COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER”—NOW IN IT’S 5th SEASON—COVERING ALL 5 BOROUGHS, MC/HOST for NYPD’S COMMUNITY AFFAIRS DIVISIONS’S “ANNUAL GOSPEL FEST”, 56 YEAR RESIDENT OF THE COMMUNITY, Member of EMPIRE LODGE # 216 TEMPLE # 45TREASURER

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