Biographies

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  Josh Wilkinson

  

  Josh joined Penguin Entertainment in 1993 and, due to his success as an MC, he was quickly promoted to Executive Director of the company. During his career he served as President for the Austin Mobile Disc Jockey Association from 1998-1999 as well as on the boards of the National Association of Catering Executives and the Austin Wedding and Event Coordinators Association.
  
  He graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Film and Television production and worked on numerous feature films, music videos and TV commercials. He began his DJ work in 1984 and hosted his first reception in 1990. Handling all his events with grace and a sense of fun has earned him several industry awards and made him one of the most sought-after MCs in Texas.
  
  

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  Eric Christianson

  

  If Eric looks familiar, it's because you might recognize him from his work on TV or in the theatre. He has acted in several plays, commercials and industrial films. He also managed and performed with Comedy Sports of Austin for 6 years.
  
  Eric was born in Fort Dodge, IA and graduated from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, IA with a bachelors degree in physical education. He joined Penguin Entertainment in 1997 and has proven to be an exceptional and very popular MC. He's renowned for his polished performances, superb improvisational skills and ability to read a crowd. These abilities make him one of the most popular hosts in both Austin and Houston.
  
  

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  Mary Baird-Wilcock

  Mary began her broadcasting career in 1995 and is the only person in the U.S. to twice receive the $10K John Bayliss Radio Broadcaster Award. She has worked as a DJ with Austin radio stations such as Mix 94.7, 101X and Mega 93.3. She also served as the Broadcast Advisor for the student-run radio station at The University of Texas at Austin, during which she trained and mentored aspiring on-air talent.
  
  In addition to her work as an MC for Penguin Entertainment, Mary operates The Simplifiers, an event-planning service. She brings a warm and cheerful tone to all her work, and this combined with her DJ experience and event coordination makes her an ideal host for any celebration.