Matt Ryan developed the concept of School Dance Pros, given his experience as a radio air personality, business owner, and most importantly, educator. Matt has been performing school events since 1996. While in college in the early 2000s studying to become a school teacher, Matt became well-known air personality on WNCI 97.9, a Top 40 radio station in Columbus, OH. When Matt graduated from college, he gave up a full-time career in radio to become a middle school teacher. While teaching, Matt has remained working part time in radio and has continued to develop his mobile DJ business. Matt is still a middle school teacher and coach today, in addition to running his DJ business.

Having worked and taught in a public school setting, Matt is able to provide unprecedented insight to other DJs about how school dances are organized. This information allows DJs to better tailor their services and marketing towards schools, maximizing their bookings and income!