Christopher Suggs was born in Washington, DC in 1977. He received a Certification in Humanitarian Studies, upon graduating from Central High School, Capitol Heights, Maryland, in June of 1995.

In September 1995, he joined the United States Navy, as a Quartermaster (ship’s navigator), serving on three ships based out of Norfolk, VA. Wanting to come back home to the Washington Metropolitan Area, Chris received orders to be stationed at the Pentagon, as military police officer, in 2001. He was awarded the Navy & Marine Corps Medal, for heroism during the attacks of 9/11 at the Pentagon.

In 2006, after being honorable discharged from the US Navy, Chris found his passion for serving his local church, Zion Church in any capacity needed. After serving a A/V assistant and drummer he decided to trade his drumsticks for stage lights in 2014. He serves as lighting director for two of Zion Church’s campuses in Landover and Greenbelt, Maryland. As an independent contractor, Chris designs lights for Jericho City of Praise, First Baptist of Glenarden and Bethesda Blues and Jazz. A few of the artist whom he has designed lights for include; Macy Gray, Vivian Green, Be’la Dona, Praise 104.1 Spirit Fest and Congressional Black Caucus Gala.

One of my favorite quotes:

“You are never really playing an opponent. You are playing yourself, your own highest standards, and when you reach your limits, that is real joy.” – Arthur Ashe –