Chip Powell

Chip Powell is an experienced audio and software engineer with a diverse background in sound engineering and technology. Currently serving as a Recording Engineer and Stage Manager at Kennett Symphony since August 2023, Chip also holds the position of A1 Audio and Systems Engineer at Longwood Gardens and A1 Audio Engineer/Technical Director for the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance Summer Concert Stage since June 2000. As Chair of the Audio Engineering Society, Philadelphia Section, Chip facilitates educational and networking opportunities for professionals in the audio production industry. The owner of Powell Live Sound Engineering, LLC, Chip specializes in location recording, concert production, and sound system design. Previous roles include software engineering positions at prominent companies such as JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Comcast, with a strong focus on Java development and data management. Chip holds degrees in software engineering from Harvard University, electrical engineering from Northeastern University, and audio engineering sciences from the Institute of Audio Research.