Our Team

Dave Winkler has worked with Corporate Live for over twenty years, having joined the company shortly after it launched. A musician at heart, Dave has the equipment knowledge to assist customers with box sales that will best meet the needs of their projects. He is our go-to guy for many behind the scenes processes. He ensures that our trucks are in excellent working order, our facilities support our growing needs, and equipment deliveries are timely. He is a trusted professional who not only works hard to ensure the flawless execution of events for our clients, but is the President and CEO of Corporate Live. (Photo by Plaunt Photography)

After obtaining his BA, Steve taught middle and high school percussion for six years before joining Corporate Live. He has now been with the company for more than twenty years. Steve works with Corporate Live’s clients to ensure all details of their events are designed, planned and executed beyond satisfaction. Steve can be found behind the scenes orchestrating events, checking the sound, video, and lighting quality, and working to pull off each event beautifully. (Photo by Plaunt Photography)

Kurt joined the Corporate Live team in late 2017, after a 27-year career in sales and marketing with a Fortune 500 company. Primarily involved with the day-to-day customer service and business side of Corporate Live, he also brings decades of personal experience in the live events and entertainment industry. As a lifelong musician, Kurt has performed with a variety of jazz, rock, and blues bands at festivals, clubs, halls, and auditoriums across the country. His unique perspective of the industry allows him to understand firsthand what customers need and expect at their events.

Frank has a BA in music composition/Education and an MA in music education, both of which allowed him to creatively, musically and intuitively understand live production. Having overseen countless live events, Frank has worked as an audio engineer with Corporate Live since the company's beginning. Now Frank coordinates audio, video and lighting for small and large productions alike, conceptualizing the "logistics picture" for each of Corporate Live’s clients. Frank also leads OSHA compliance, Truck Driver Safety, and our Marketing initiatives. He methodically ensures that our warehouse operations run smoothly and safely. (Photo by Plaunt Photography)

Chris is our Project Manager with extensive expertise in lighting.

Heather is Corporate Live’s Administrative Assistant. She is your first contact, your connection to each person on our team. The company relies on Heather to tend to everything non-tech related like AR, AP, HR, taxes, benefits administration, website and social media updates. Heather has a Bachelor of Arts in Music and participates in local choral groups in the Grand Rapids area.

Paul Winkler, Corporate Sound’s Founder, was active in corporate and concert productions since 1975, with family ties to the live event industry. His father, Charlie Winkler, sparked a deep-rooted passion for music and live events with his talent as a musician. From humble beginnings in a garage in Wyoming, Michigan, providing sound for local bands, Paul built Corporate Sound, Inc.—later renamed Corporate Live, Inc. in 2016—into a pioneer of the live events industry in West Michigan. Over five decades, his vision and commitment elevated the company to prestigious stages, including Frederik Meijer Gardens, B93 Birthday Bash, and the Detroit Jazz Festival. A shrewd yet soft-spoken businessman, Paul mentored an exceptional team of technicians who became some of the finest engineers in the field, fostering a family-like atmosphere that defined his company. When asked what keeps him in the industry, his words were: "I've always been around music, and after I got the chance to open my own sound company, I never looked back. By listening to our clients, we have evolved into a full audio-visual production company. It's all about providing the best event experience possible and making our employees feel like a family." After his passing in March of 2025, he was remembered for his big heart and servant-driven leadership. Paul believed in people—often before they proved themselves—offering them opportunities to spread their wings and soar. His client-centric approach, rooted in respect, dedication, and high-quality production, earned him the love and loyalty of clients and colleagues alike. Paul was more than a leader; he was a brother, a friend, and a faithful employer whose honesty, easygoing nature, and golden heart drew people to him. His impact—on Corporate Live, Inc., the industry, and the countless lives he touched—may never be fully measured. As we carry his legacy forward, we strive to honor his natural penchant for relationship-based business, exceptional event experiences, and the humility that defined him. (Photo by Plaunt Photography)