Recently coming out of retirement to “fight for cancer”, professional cage fighter Vaughan Palelei has worked his way through every aspect of the nightlife industry from barback, bouncer and bartender to manager and owner, bringing an arsenal of bar business savvy to the DTX machine.
As a veteran nightclub, bar and restaurant operator and consultant, Vaughan has a comprehensive background in all facets of high volume operations, including the launching of many successful nightclub bar openings as well as re-developments. With over 20 years of hard earned nightlife experience under his belt, Vaughan’s insider knowledge of the service industry is simply unparalleled.
Author of “Beyond the Velvet Rope – an Insiders Look at the Nightlife Industry”, Vaughan is a service industry guru whose sought after advice, from expert witness to private confidante, has helped turnaround failing bars and nightclubs with invigorating marketing plans, comprehensive operating systems and air tight cost controls.
In-demand professional graphic artist and web designer, Brahm Taylor, is also an accomplished actor/producer on several TV and Film productions, including the genre inspiring reality series “INKED” for the A&E Television Network, the feature film "The Grand" starring Woody Harrelson and the new docu-drama "American Artist". A published singer/songwriter and member of "The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers", Brahm also writes and performs title music and soundtracks for a wide range of TV, film and multi-media projects.
Providing a full spectrum of hands-on creative talent and marketing ingenuity, Brahm specializes in innovative concepts, powerful brand recognition and an intuition for identifying and capitalizing on "the next big thing".
Educated in business, science and law, Frank Ruzicka quickly applied his knowledge and talent to the service industry, helping to open two of the world’s hottest nightlife venues Rain and Ghostbar inside the Palms Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas. Mastering all levels of the nightclub industry, from mega clubs to bar & grills, he has consistently and effectively streamlined labor and maximized profitability.
Frank has also coordinated large scale live events including concerts for No Doubt, Jane’s Addiction and Ozzy Osbourne. Experienced on both sides of the bar, and possesing a penchant for detail and perfection, Frank owns all operational situations with ease and style.
