Toby Burns · May 21, 2025

Podcast: Extrology: Mastering People, Performance & Purpose
May 21, 2025
Send us a text The UK’s first silent disco was a way to bring joy to parties. A decade later, and it’s a full-blown entertainment empire. The Silent Disco Company isn’t just about events, but evolution. It represents the impossible task of growing a brand in which energy is…

Founder & CEO of The Silent Disco Company Group
350,000+ Headsets hired each year4,000+ Events delivered each year1,000+ Five-star reviewsAge 15 Began as a children's entertainer
Introducing Toby Burns, a seasoned entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of The Silent Disco Company Group, renowned for innovative silent disco, cinema, and karaoke hire services across the UK and Europe. With an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences, Toby's passion lies in crafting engaging events that cater to diverse audiences and occasions, leveraging cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art equipment.
Toby's journey into the events realm commenced at the age of 15 as a children's entertainer, leading on to his work as a DJ with the pleasure of performing at events for prestigious clients like Google and Virgin. Then, 11 years ago, his love of the entertainment industry pushed him to establish The Silent Disco Company. Today, his company orchestrates over 4,000 events annually, partnering with esteemed organizations such as Glastonbury Festival, Google, and BBC, to name a few.
As a podcast guest, Toby brings forth a wealth of experience and insights, offering invaluable perspectives on entrepreneurial journeys, innovation in business, and the power of embracing opportunities for growth. His narrative, peppered with anecdotes of overcoming challenges and seizing pivotal moments, resonates with audiences seeking inspiration and practical wisdom in their pursuit of success. Join Toby as he shares his story, inspiring listeners to dream big, embrace change, and carve their own paths.
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The UK’s first silent disco was a way to bring joy to parties. A decade later, and it’s a full-blown entertainment empire.
The Silent Disco Company isn’t just about events, but evolution. It represents the impossible task of growing a brand in which energy is everything.
That’s what makes this conversation with FounderToby Burnsso profound - it’s your blueprint to reinventing identity, and turning play into purpose without losing your edge.
Lee and Toby discuss:
The inception of the iconic silent disco movement in the UKToby’s core philosophy, and how it drives the lasting memories he makesHow to instil the Founder’s energy throughout a growing teamWhy entrepreneurs undertake the toughest journeys in businessThe value of surrounding yourself with successful people and being open to learningRedefining success beyond financial metrics, and building a legacy
Toby Burns: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toby-burns/
Get in touch: lee@extrology.com
Extrology:
https://www.extrology.com/
https://www.instagram.com/extrologypodcast/
https://www.tiktok.com/@extrology
https://substack.com/@extrology
https://www.youtube.com/@extrology
Lee Cooper:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecooperrecruiter/
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