Luis Espada, better known as DJ King Louie, is an international DJ, curator, and community builder known for bringing people together through music, culture, and nightlife. Raised between Mexico and Spain, his multicultural background shaped a signature sound blending cumbia, hip-hop, house, and global rhythms. As the creator of First Thursday, one of Austin's longest-running monthly social events, he has also built a reputation for discovering and supporting local talent through First Thursday Social, Austin FC, Peligrosa, Royal Highness, and more. His career has taken him to renowned festivals and venues across Europe, Latin America, and the United States, where he continues to create unforgettable experiences rooted in music, culture, and community. Song requests are respectfully declined—trust the DJ.

Trenton Acrey is an Austin-based entrepreneur, content creator, and community builder with a background in brand partnerships, event marketing, audience growth, and experiential events. After spending more than six years in Los Angeles working with leading hospitality groups including SBE, H.Wood, and Tao Group, he relocated to Austin four years ago to continue building businesses and communities. He is passionate about creating authentic connections both online and in person and believes the best opportunities come from being in the right room with the right people. Fun fact: Drake has been his favorite artist for years—and if you've spent more than five minutes around him, you've probably already figured that out.