ABOUT

Deecon, a multi-hyphenate artist, has produced music for over 20 years and has an extensive portfolio of almost 500 published songs within 50 albums. With three master's degrees and currently a 2025/2026 Harvard Ph.D. candidate, Deecon's music is not only creative but also intellectually stimulating. Explore some of Deecon's works. Welcome to the site.

 

Sigma Tau Delta | Published Author | 500+ Published Records

 

Audio engineer and music producer with a robust 20+ year career in the music industry, complemented by a background in behavioral sciences and education. Skilled in developing workshop programs for aspiring musicians and sound technicians, utilizing insights from psychology to enhance learning and creativity. Experienced in managing successful recording studios and guiding diverse teams to achieve project goals. Committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere that encourages artistic expression while delivering exceptional audio quality.

E D U C A T I O N 

Masters of Fine Arts | Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH

Masters of Science | Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL

Masters of Science | Organizational Managements & Leadership
National Louis University, Lisel, IL

Electronic Music Producer & Engineer
Pyramind, San Francisco, CA

Bachelors of Science | Family Community Services
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

E X P E R I E N C E

Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer            Aug. 2020 - Current
Forever Travel Fly, Atlanta GA

  • Develop strategies to ensure alignment with long and short-term objectives
  • Implement infrastructures to improve executive reporting and management efficiency
  • Oversee day-to-day business operations
  • Advise on executive leadership, public relations and company-related training

Music Producer/Audio Engineer                    Oct. 2000 - Current
Remote

  • Record, edit and mix audio tracks for 300+ artist in varying states and countries
  • Manage artists, budgets, contracts, and projects
  • Resolve techinical and contractual issues

Co-Founder/Chief Operating Officer       Mar. 2018 - Sept. 2020
Men Learning Growth, Chicago, IL

  • Translated strategy into actionable steps for growth, implemention, and sustainability
  • Ensured compliance with national and local business regulations
  • Managed investments and expenses to ensure the company achieved targets for growth, impact and profitability

Outreach Worker                                         Feb. 2018 - May 2018
LCLC/READI, Chicago, IL

  • Utilized trauma informed approaches and practices to engage with and support participants
  • Initiated participant driven conversations between the North Lawndale neighborhood and community partners
  • Prepared and submitted reports for program evaluations and referrals

Learning Advisor                                         Feb. 2013 - Jan. 2017
SAE Institute, Los Angeles, CA

  • Developed instructional plans and course ciricumlums to support specified course objectives
  • Remained current with technology, industry trends and educational techniques
  • Managed classroom discussions, homework assignment and day-to-day interaction with the students

Co-Founder/Chief Operating Officer         Mar. 2011 - Jan. 2013
Splatt Clothing Company, Chicago, IL

  • Developed and managed budgets for marketing and operations
  • Created quarterly operating plans to support strategic direction and tactics for growth
  • Promoted a culture to reflect the organization’s values, encourages good performance and reward productivity

Recording Instructor                                   Dec. 2010 - Jun. 2011
Covenant House, Los Angeles, CA

  • Supervised 10+ teenagers experiencing homelessness
  • Taught students the fundamental tools to record music using DigiDesign’s ProTools
  • Provided crisis prevention and intervention while adhering to the agency’s protocol

Founder/Instructor/Producer & Engineer Jan. 2005 - Aug. 2010
Studio Works, Chicago, IL/San Francisco, CA

  • Taught students 8-17 years of age how to produce, engineer, and create their own songs
  • Developed quarterly operating plans to support short and long-term objectives
  • Created marketing opportunities to highlight the students and their projects

Founder/Producer/Studio Engineer          Mar. 2011 - Mar. 2013
Co-Founder/BeLive, Chicago, IL

  • Managed 50+ artists and entertainers contracts, schedules and career development
  • Structured the operating and financial plans of the company
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions

Logic Pro Trainer/Sales Specialist            Dec. 2010 - Jun. 2011
Apple, Inc., Los Angeles, CA

  • Advised and trained customers and incoming Sales Specialists on products, softwares, and applications
  • Determined potential and current customer needs while providing meaningful solutions
  • Maintained top 5 Sales Specialist rank in the company

Founder/Chief Executive Officer               Dec. 2000 - Nov. 2010
One Key Productions, East Lansing, MI

  • Implemented discontinuation of ineffective tasks, and introduced replacement tasks to increase productivity
  • Collaborated with 150+ artists on the arrangement and overall musical composition
  • Fostered and maintained collaborative relationships

Producer/Studio Engineer/Manager          Mar. 2009 - Jun. 2010
Checks and Plaques Studios, Chicago, IL

  • Managed studio schedules, personnel and budgets
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions
  • Ensured equipment met industry standard and resolved technical issues

Producer/Studio Engineer                          Jan. 2010 - May 2010
The Hive Studios, North Hollywood, CA

  • Managed studio facilities for production recordings
  • Fostered and maintained collaborative relationships
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions

Producer/Studio Engineer and Manager  Nov. 2007 - Mar. 2009
Club House Studios, Chicago, IL

  • Managed studio schedules, personnel and budgets
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions
  • Ensured equipment met industry standard and resolved technical issues

Lead Teacher/Recording Instructor          Oct. 2007 - Aug. 2008
Threshold, Inc., Chicago, IL

  • Planned and developed World Cultures, Music, and Science courses according to curriculum guidelines of the school district and state requirements for high school age students requiring Special Education
  • Counseled students when academic difficulties or behavioral problems arose
  • Advised staff in the coordination of treatment and treatment planning thru thru Individual Educations Plans (IEP’s) and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

Family Advocate                                          Oct. 2006 - Oct. 2007
Family Focus, Inc., Chicago, IL

  • Maintained records for 20+ foster families
  • Coordinated and facilitated monthly foster licensing programs and bi-monthly events for foster families and youth 5-15 years of age
  • Planned and implemented programs for the Family Advocacy Support Center

Producer/Studio Engineer Intern                Apr. 2006 - Oct. 2006
Audio SFX, San Francisco, CA

  • Edited audio for video games and movies
  • Maintained sound and equipment quality of the studio
  • Managed internal department workflow and tracked files

Marketing Intern                                          Jun. 2006 - Aug. 2006
Universal Music Group Distribution, San Francisco, CA

  • Distributed promotional items for the Marketing Department
  • Assisted with the launch of events and campaigns
  • Organized and prepared pre-production rooms for production

Teacher’s Assistant/Studio Engineer/Producer Mar 2006 - Aug. 2006
Pyramid, Inc., San Francisco, CA

  • Taught and mentored students on ProTools, Digi Design and PropellerHead’s Reason
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered hip hop and r&b musical compositions
  • Managed project budgets

Student Advocate/Recording Instructor   Jun. 2004 - Aug. 2005
The Umoja Community Education Foundation, Chicago, IL

  • Coordinated weekly workshops for high school students to address social and political issues
  • Created a program that assisted students in managing their daily issues
  • Provided individual college counseling to seniors, maintained student database and helped organize college preparation workshops

Studio Engineer/Producer                          May 2003 - Jun. 2004
8th Wonder Entertainment, East Lansing, MI

  • Liaison between studio personnel and artists
  • Managed recording sessions and resolved technical issues
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions

Music Producer/ Street Team Member     May 2002 - Jan. 2003
Phoenix Records, East Lansing, MI

  • Coordinated and executed street marketing and sales tactics
  • Tracked vocals, mixed, arranged and mastered musical compositions
  • Built dynamic connections and teams