Chris Allison, The Bucky & GiGi Show

Number of Years with your current company: 17

What does your company do? From the Backyard to the Ballroom….. Center Court to the Center Ring….. these two former Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Clowns will amaze and amuse… dazzle and delight using Circus Skills, Physical Comedy, Mime, Magic Improvisation and Audience Participation!

What makes your company stand out from your competition?  Our versatility and adaptability!  We work with our clients to present a show suitable for their guests.  Not only do we have our unique show, but we also can provide our own sound system, microphones, and custom circus back-drops and circus ring for shows.

First Paying Job: Fast food restaurant

First Break into your business: Being offered a job to travel with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus as a clown right out of high school.

Spouse / Children: Wife and comedy partner Gina and our son Hunter.

College/Education: BFA (Bachelor of Fun Arts) Ringling Bros. Clown College.

Favorite Sports Team(s): NY Yankees / NY Giants

Why did you join FFEA / What is the best benefit of being an FFEA Member?  To meet and network with festival and event members.  Since moving here 6 months ago I am amazed at how many festivals / events take place in Central FL.

What is the single most important piece of advice you would give to someone in the event industry? Undersell and Overdeliver!