So nice to meet you! First off, what’s your name? Tell our readers a bit about yourself—where you’re from originally and where you live now.

My name is Tina Richardson and my stage name as a DJ | SINGER | EMCEE is "Queen T", a name I've thoroughly earned. I was born in St. Louis, Misery, moved to Atlanta at age 14, moved to Tampa at age 25, and now reside in Clearwater, Fl.

Tell us one thing you love about where you live now?

I'm only 20 minutes from the #1 Beach in the Country. I've lived in Florida now for over 20yrs and finally achieved my goal of living near the beach at age 45. #BeachBabe4Life🏖

Tell us a little bit more about what your company does and how it started? How does it help your customers?

My business provides DJ, Karaoke, and Live Music entertainment. My mission is to spread ✌️ & ❤️ around the world using my musical gifts and talents. I've been extremely blessed to do that at various public venues such as Hard Rock Cafe in Tampa, lots Beach Resorts and restaurants, and special occasions celebrated by families throughout Central Florida. I was also graced with an opportunity to perform on a Carnival Cruise out Sydney, Australia as well as New Orleans. My services focus on crowd engagement during the performance portion, but more importantly, professionalism from the booking process to the equipment is broken down at the end of the performance.

If someone wants to start a business, what advice will help them?

My advice for all those desiring to start their own business is the Nike Slogan, "Just Do It". Put aside all doubts, fears, and insecurities.

What was one feedback from a happy customer/client that you won't forget about?

I provided DJ Service to Celebrate a child's second birthday and then his third birthday. The Grandmother said they'd be hiring me every year until he turns 18 years old. I thought that was a pretty great compliment and commitment to my services.

Where do you see your company in the future?

I see my company growing to provide entertainment opportunities for other gifted Entertainers. I have a goal to create a full production Live Band Tribute Show complete with choreography and stage props.

What is the biggest misconception about your industry?

The biggest misconception is that it's all fun, but it's a lot of work behind the scenes to make things look flawless for a live performance as an Entertainer.

What has been one of your biggest struggles building your business and how did you deal with it?

My biggest struggle as a Singer is not being able to play an instrument. As a DJ, my biggest struggle is being a Female in a Male saturated industry. My biggest struggle owning and operating an Entertainment business overall is not really having a much experience. I spent over 20 years of my life in the world of Accounting and Corporate America before stepping out on faith to launch my Entertainment business.

Who was your favorite music artist and athlete growing up?

My favorite music Artist was Whitney Houston and my favorite athlete was Ozzie Smith from the St. Louis Cardinals.

Any shoutouts you want to make?

Shout out to my two sons who have remained by my side thru all the ups and downs over the last 20+ years. They constantly encourage and push me to be all that God created me to be.

Where can our readers learn more about you and your company?

You can check out my website at www.DJQueenT.biz where you'll find lots of videos and pictures as well as links to all my social media platforms.