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Staar Ent. is a full service Upscale Entertainment Company that specializes in Live & Virtual Events John comes from a musical background.

Owner, John Wendelken, is an amazing example of what it takes to truly thrive within the framework of multiple fields. He has a strong work ethic, an extensive knowledge of music, and an impressive willingness to keep guests of all age groups motivated and excited during your event. This makes him one of the most sought after entertainers in the Tampa Bay area. He was raised around music his whole life and took up drumming as a kid. Later on he attended Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California and graduated with honors. He then went to Cleveland University and graduated magna cm laude with a Bachelors in Communication Science. While residing in Ohio, he played in numerous blues and rock bands. It was then that he developed a great passion for entertainment. His extensive knowledge of sound science and audio/visual equipment allow him to have an advanced understanding of how to take your event to the next level. Over the course of his career he has had the great honor of entertaining at Tampa Bay’s world renowned African theme park for over 10 years during their largest functions. John has also been hired to open for great bands such as KC and the Sunshine Band, Starship, BTO, Styx, 5th Dimension, and more. He has also toured the country providing entertainment for fortune 500 companies such as Trader Joes, and Chase bank.

10/13/2026

❌ FALSE!

Price tag doesn’t automatically equal bidding excitement.

The best live auction items are the ones that connect with your audience and create a little friendly competition in the room. Unique experiences, hard-to-get opportunities, and packages tailored to your guests can often generate more excitement than an expensive item that simply isn’t the right fit.

The goal isn’t just valuable items. It’s items your guests can’t wait to bid on.

10/11/2026

🎤 A great event needs more than a schedule. It needs someone who knows how to keep it moving.

That’s where a professional Event MC comes in.

From welcoming guests and introducing speakers to managing transitions, making announcements, and keeping the energy up, your MC helps connect every part of the program.

At Staar Entertainment, we bring the personality, professionalism, and event experience needed to keep your guests engaged and your program on track.

Because the best events don’t just have a great lineup. They have someone who knows how to bring it all together.

Need the right voice for your next event? Let Staar take the mic. 🎤https://www.staarent.com/service/fundraising-mc

10/10/2026

Confidence. Strategy. Support.

Sometimes the biggest impact happens before the first guest even walks through the door.

That’s what we strive to bring to every fundraising event. It’s not just about what happens behind the microphone. It’s about helping your team feel prepared, energized, and ready to create an incredible night for your mission.

Thank you, Melissa, for the kind words and for trusting Staar Entertainment!

Book Staar Entertainment for your next gala: https://www.staarent.com/contact-us

10/02/2026

Great events don’t just happen. There’s a strategy behind them. 👏

Want more of the tips, ideas, and lessons we’ve learned from years of producing fundraisers, galas, auctions, and special events?

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We’re sharing practical advice on everything from increasing fundraising results and engaging your guests to event production, A/V, auction strategy, and those little details that make a BIG difference.

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09/29/2026

🎉 Big news! DJ Tampa, Staar Entertainment's sister company has a brand-new home online! 🎧

From weddings and birthdays to school dances, corporate parties, holiday celebrations, and more, DJ Tampa brings the music, energy, and enhancements that make a great party even better.

Explore all of our services and more, all in one place.

🌐 Check it out at DJTampa.com and contact us to start planning your next celebration.

09/25/2026

🎬 There’s a lot happening behind the scenes of a great event.

Sound. Lighting. Screens. Video. Timing. Music. Stage cues. And about a hundred little details your guests never see.

That’s where Staar Entertainment comes in.

Our event production services help bring all those moving pieces together so your event looks polished, sounds great, and flows smoothly from start to finish.

You focus on your guests. We’ll help handle the production. Book Staar Entertainment today: https://www.staarent.com/contact-us

09/21/2026

A great DJ plans the entire playlist before the event and sticks to it.

❌ FALSE!

Preparation matters, but so does reading the room. A professional DJ knows how to adjust the music based on the crowd, the energy, and what’s happening throughout the event.

The goal isn’t just to play great music. It’s to keep your guests engaged and the energy going all night long.

Ready for a packed dance floor? Book Staar Entertainment for your next event: https://www.staarent.com/contact-us

09/18/2026

🎉 Your gala is over. Now what?

The guests have gone home, the auction is closed, and your team can finally exhale. But before you officially wrap things up, there are a few important steps that can set you up for even greater success next year.

From gathering feedback and reviewing what worked to thanking supporters and starting conversations about next year, the work you do **after** your event matters too. Staar also recommends using what you learned to strengthen future event flow, fundraising strategy, and audience engagement.

👉 Read our latest blog, Your Gala Is Over. Now What?: https://www.staarent.com/post/the-gala-is-over-how-to-maximize-your-fundraising-success-after-the-event

09/15/2026

Big moments deserve the right team behind them. ✨

At Staar Entertainment, we bring together entertainment, production, technology, and years of event experience to help turn your plans into an experience your guests will remember.

Whether it’s a fundraising gala, school event, corporate celebration, wedding, or private party, we’re there to keep the energy high, the details moving, and your guests engaged from start to finish.

Your event should look great, sound great, and most importantly, feel great.

Ready to bring it all together? Book Staar Entertainment for your next event: https://www.staarent.com/contact-us

09/13/2026

🎤 Engage the crowd. Share the mission. Raise more.

That’s exactly what one of our clients experienced with John Wendelken and the Staar Entertainment team:

When great storytelling, strong production, and an experienced auctioneer come together, guests don’t just watch. They get involved.

Book Staar Entertainment for your next gala: https://www.staarent.com/contact-us

Address

9427 Pebble Glen Avenue
Tampa, FL
33647

Telephone

+18663582672

Website

https://www.staarent.com/

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