Meet Our Staff
Chris Brody
President and Cofounder
Chris Brody has helped transform Crescendo Designs into one of the leading designers and installers of high-end home technology from Manhattan to Montauk. An entrepreneur who began his retail career in technology more than a decade ago when he started an online A/V company, Chris moved into the luxury residential market in 2002 when he founded Crescendo with his brother, Mike.
The Southampton-based company remains at the forefront of the home technology industry thanks to his leadership, unparalleled technical expertise and unwavering commitment to superior customer service.
Mike Brody
Vice President and Cofounder
The man responsible for all aspects of quality control at Crescendo Designs, Mike Brody manages the firm's team of designers and works directly with clients, builders, architects and designers to ensure that every project meets his exacting standards – and exceeds client expectations.
Mike, who founded the high-end home technology design and installation company in 2002 with his brother Chris, is known for both his technical expertise and his ability to simplify the most complex systems into easily understandable, customer-focused solutions.
Steve Tulkop
System Engineer
Steve Tulkop engineers each Crescendo Design system and manages the manufacturer-certified installation team to ensure that it's installed, executed and programmed to deliver maximum satisfaction. Experienced in all facets of home technology system design, development and programming, Steve works with the internal sales staff, client and design professionals, as well as the installation team to engineer the best possible system for each client that they'll enjoy for years.
One of Crescendo's original employees, Steve's been promoted three times during the past six years as responsibilities have grown with the home technology design and installation firm. An AutoCAD developer, he's also certified by the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA), Lutron, Crestron and Panasonic.
RJ Hogan
Field Manager
As field manager at Crescendo Designs, RJ Hogan is responsible for organizing and supervising all client installations. A manufacturer-certified professional who began installing systems for Crescendo clients when the company was founded in 2002, RJ's in-depth experience is an asset on-site, as well as when communicating with clients and crew members.
Responsible for quality control in the field, RJ is an expert in video calibration, project management and system programming. He holds certifications from the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF), Runco, Crestron, InfocomCTS, Control 4 and the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA).
John Wells
Programmer
John Wells designs custom software solutions that enable Crescendo Designs' clients to easily control all facets of their home technology system, including lighting, climate, shades, audio, video, access control and security. Known for his ability to make even the most complicated system easy to use, John has in-depth experience in home automation programming, computer networking, home theater set up and calibration/
A member of the Crescendo team since the beginning, he is certified by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF), Runco, Crestron, and the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA).
"Crescendo meets my needs with their deep product knowledge and best-in-class service. Their staff is extremely professional and I would certainly recommend them to anyone."
Southampton, NY
