Milestone was founded by Jack Desroches and enjoys a remarkable 33 year history in the production and event business.  Milestone evolved out of Strawberry Productions, Inc. which was founded in 1976 when Desroches started as a sole performer known as "Strawberry the Clown".  By 2002, Strawberry Productions was recognized as a premier production & event company servicing clients worldwide.  "From the house next door to the White House, our production team has created and managed thousands of performances and events around the world."  

Our Milestone team specializes in producing Promotional Touring Shows and extraordinary Corporate Events.  Milestone has also created and produced videos and television programs for network and cable, and has been nominated for a Cable ACE Award.  Our three decades worth of experience and endless creativity is evident in every production and event we produce.  

Milestone's reputation for excellence is rooted in the Christian values by which we were founded and in which we operate.  We never compromise on quality, service, and integrity.

With over 34 years experience in the Entertainment Industry, Jack is a sought after Producer, Event Manager, Keynote Speaker, and Entertainer.  His body of work in Family Entertainment includes: a CableACE nomination for producing children's programming; producer of theatrical performances of Batman™, Garfield®, Thomas & Friends™, The Magic School Bus®, Jay Jay The Jet Plane™, National Geographic WORLD Magazine and the United States Mint WORLD Quarter Finals®, Wimzie's House, Alvin and the Chipmunks, BOZO, The World's Most Famous Clown, The Strawberry Jam Band, and much more.

As an Event Producer, Jack brings together every aspect of any special event, including theme development, creative set design, video, audio, lighting, décor, entertainment, etc.  Utilizing his creativity, experience and capabilities in event planning and management, Jack customizes every event to achieve the unique goals and vision of each of our clients.  Jack’s uncanny ability to anticipate challenges and overcome obstacles leads to seamless events of substance with style and unsurpassed creativity that have the ability to both motivate and entertain. 

Nancy first joined our staff in 1982 as a production assistant and over the past two and a half decades has become an invaluable asset to the Milestone team.  Nancy plays an integral part in the planning and production of our theatrical and promotional touring stage shows and also lends her expertise to Milestone’s corporate event management.  Nancy excels in costume design, décor, casting, coordination of entertainment, on-site management and virtually every aspect of event strategies and production.  Milestone is fortunate to have Nancy oversee each production and event from both a creative and financial stand-point.  Nancy is the first and last stop in maintaining the high standards we set for ourselves with regard to creativity, fiscal responsibility and overall efficient company operations.

Cindy comes to Milestone from New York City where she spent seven years producing and coordinating domestic and international multi-media events, meetings, and videos. Cindy has also coordinated numerous national television commercials, documentaries, and public service announcements.  As a Producer and Project Manager for Milestone Events, Cindy has managed events for corporate clients including Suddekor LLC, GlaxoSmithKline, National Geographic, Snapple Beverage Group, American Express, Cumberland Farms, Ceco Building Systems, and Casual Corner, to name a few.  Cindy's "get it done" attitude, attention to detail and steady demeanor under pressure is a valuable asset in event planning and management.  Milestone is proud to offer her services to our valued clients.

Gary brings a wide breadth of experience as Technical Director to our touring shows and events.  Gary joined the Milestone team in 1996 and has had held many positions, from Stage Manager to Company Manager for our touring shows, to Technical Director for our corporate events.  Gary’s considerable history in the theatre combined with his extensive knowledge of the inner workings of every production make him an important asset to our team.  Milestone is pleased to have Gary as part of our staff.

Ted's relationship with the team at Milestone spans more than 24 years. Up until late '04, when Ted joined Milestone on a full-time basis, he served as an outsourced composer - writing several of the songs used in Milestone's Live Stage Shows. Today, when he's not "tunesmithing" Ted assists with brand management, sales and marketing, technical support, database administration, and web site management.

He shows up, and then things just work again.  And that's all we have to say about Ron - well, except..."Thanks Ron!"