Javier Carlos, the 23-year-old owner of C-West Entertainment, shares his journey from middle school DJ dreams to running a successful wedding entertainment business with innovative production elements and special effects.

• Started DJing in eighth grade, inspired by Calvin Harris and electronic dance music
• Recommends first dances last no more than 90 seconds – with 45 seconds being ideal
• Explains the difference between "wow" moments (cold sparks, CO2) and ambient enhancements (uplighting, monograms)
• Creates magical "dancing on clouds" effects using dry ice with hot water for first dances
• Credits his team for innovative ideas while focusing on creating positive work culture
• Navigates venue restrictions creatively to deliver the best possible experience
• Uses silent disco technology to create inclusive experiences for special needs events
• Approaches wedding entertainment with a focus on the couple's specific needs and preferences
• Manages challenging song requests by prioritizing danceable tracks that maintain energy
• Balances DJ and production elements to create memorable wedding experiences

Visit C-West Entertainment on Instagram @cwestent for more information about their services in Arizona.

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