W. V. 'Chap' Chappell
President Chappell Entertainment Corporation / Chappell Films, LLC

Chap started his career in the music industry fresh out of Oklahoma State as Assistant Tour Manager for a then new, little known rock group Van Halen. After becoming established in the music industry, organizing, managing and overseeing multimillion dollars events, Chap began his own touring management company, Phoenix Productions. Thru the late 70's and early 80's Chap grew Phoenix Productions into one of the major tour management companies, managing, touring and promoting such groups as 38. Special, The Fixx, Billy Idol, Molly Hatchet, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Heart, Thompson Twins, Adam Ant and The Romantics.

Chap also gained recognition for promoting and producing large events such as Spring Break in Daytona Beach with MTV and Bike Week concerts featuring Charlie Daniels, Marshall Tucker, Night Ranger, Blue Oyster Cult, Rick Derringer, Humble Pie, The Birds and The Georgia Satellites. During the late 80's Chap was offered a sizeable contract to sell his beloved Phoenix Productions. Upon completion of the sale, Chap moved to the Virgin Islands to enjoy the sun of the Caribbean and expand his consulting career.

His restlessness was apparent. After his no compete clause of his sale contract expired, Chap made a decision to move to Orlando, Florida and the entertainment world by forming what would become Chappell Entertainment Corporation and later Chappell Films, LLC.

Chappell Entertainment Corporation now represents such talent as, Bubba Smith, James Hong, Frankko, (former manager for) Michael Winslow, Leslie Easterbrook, Marion Ramsey, Maxamillion, James Brown's Band, Crop Circle, Alex Ortiz. Chap also had several corporations that he worked with including Hearns Entertainment and Wellness 2000 Inc. Most recently Chappell Entertainment Corporation was retained by Hearns Entertainment (owned by former 7-time world champion Tommy "The Hitman" Hearns) to film and secure contracts for Hearns Pay Per-View and broadcast fights. Chap also have worked closely as casting director with such clients as Pat Marito (Karate Kid), Dennis Rodman and Angie Everheart.

Chappell Films, LLC has completed several major projects, including several projects that have aired on national television and are being sold worldwide. Current projects include: Michael Winslow Comedy Sound Slap Down, Latinos Locos, Bike Week eXposed, Alex Ortiz Live, "A Tribute to Richard Pryor," "Coming Attractions," "The Mystery of ...," "Jackie Martlin Comedy," which Chappell Entertainment acquired the Pay Pre-View Contracts. This year Chap has just completed a new sports TV series pilot with Bruce Jenner of Olympic Fame.

Over the years Chap has earned respect and trust in the Entertainment Business. From management of individuals, TV specials, film projects to major events and corporations, Chap has put together a group of highly talented individuals to form a solid staff to provide an array of professional services for his clients.

Brian Eickhoff
Vice President

Brian started his career in the music industry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1968 as a Rigger and Stage Hand for Summer Fest. Brian moved on as a Rigger for Iron Butterfly that lead to Head Rigger for Jefferson Airplane and Iron Butterfly world tour. After the tour Brian was hired by Airplane as Stage Manager. He also toured with 1910 Fruitgum Co., The Music Machine, Vanilla Fudge, Steppenwolf, Grand Funk Railroad and The Doobie Brothers.

He moved into Stage Management for The Alpine Valley Amphitheater in East Troy, Wisconsin and then to The Milwaukee Performing Arts Center working with many national and international acts, their management and crews.

In 1979 Brian had a chance to try his acting ability in the movie, "The Blues Brothers". It was a very small part but this gave Brian the chance to expand his career into the Film and Television business. After Brian moved to Florida in 1980 he appeared and worked on 18 films.  It was also at that time that Brian began working for Phoenix Productions owned by his current partner 'Chap' Chappell as Stage Manager and Head of Security. He got an offer to go into the television industry working on "Miami Vice", "Swamp Thing", "Super Boy", "Super Force" and several other gigs.  Brian soon moved into independent producing with his own company Tri-Media Productions in the 80's and was quite successful in industrial productions, producing, writing and directing projects for such companies as Martin Marietta, McDonnell-Douglas Space Systems, 3M Corporation, Litton Laser International and The Gale Group. Through the years Brian has gained respect and knowledge in the Film and Television industry. He is actively involved in both Film and Television with his production company Center Stage Productions, and as Vice President of Chappell Entertainment Corporation (a Talent Management company) representing Michael Winslow, Bubba Smith, Leslie Easterbrook, Marion Ramsey, and Mimi Chan. Music Acts - Max-A-Million, and Soul Power Posse' (James Brown's Band) and several other talented individuals.

With 33 years in the entertainment industry he has proven himself to be dependable, confident, organized, highly motivated, and conscientious with close attention to detail. His combination of experiences on both sides of the camera and live stage bring a rich talent to any project he is involved in.