Sonny Melendrez

Sonny Melendrez

Sonny Melendrez is a dynamic keynote speaker and author who inspires audiences of all ages to reach their full potential. Corporations, universities, schools, and non-profits have found his presentations to be compelling and totally entertaining.

As a professional emcee (Master of Ceremonies), Sonny has hosted thousands of prestigious events around the world, including the White House Hispanic Heritage Awards (7 times), the American Public Transportation Association Conference, HR Southwest Conference, the USO 50th Anniversary Gala in Paris, France.

As a broadcaster, he has entertained on some of America’s great radio stations including. KIIS, KMPC, KFI, and KRLA Radio in Los Angeles, was recently inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, and is included in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, as one the “Top 100 Radio Personalities of All-Time.”

He received a Grammy nomination for creating the children’s version of the worldwide anthem, “We Are The World,” written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Ritchie. Proceeds benefited USA for Africa.

He has hosted numerous national television shows, including The Disney Channel’s “You & Me, Kid!” and has provided the voices of countless TV & movie animation characters, including, The Jetsons series, Popeye the Sailor, Jerry Seinfeld, Fred the Cockatoo, the Parkay Talking Tub, and many more.

Sonny has been commended by 4 presidents for his motivational presentations (over 1400) urging America’s youth to stay in school, say no to drugs, and strive for excellence. Awards include the US Department of Justice Modern Hero Award, Inc. Magazine’s Socially Responsible Entrepreneur of the Year, Ford Foundation Hispanic Heritage Award, and his efforts have been recognized by the American Diabetes Association, the March of Dimes, Alzheimer’s Association, and the National Cancer Society, among others.

His new book, “The Art of Living With Enthusiasm” features 17 stories of encouragement, comfort, and joy.

Whether delivering a meaningful keynote address or mastering the ceremonies, Sonny Melendrez will leave your audience inspired and motivated to meet future challenges with possibility and enthusiasm!

As a motivational presenter, Sonny combines humor with powerful real life examples of those who dare to live a life filled with pride, purpose, and service.

Topics include:

*At What Age Should You Stop Dreaming? *Delivering Championship Service

*Planting A Garden of Giving *Big Dreams Begin With Small Actions

*Living With Enthusiasm *The Secret of Life

Sonny Melendrez is America’s Master of Ceremonies®. He has hosted prestigious events

including The White House Hispanic Awards in the nation’s capitol and the Worldwide USO

50th Anniversary Gala in Paris, France.

Commercial Voice-Overs:
McDonalds
Nissan
Ford
Mazda
Toyota
Lexus
CBS-TV
NBC-TV
ABC-TV
Disney Channel
Time Warner
Columbia Records
Sprint
Sears
Raid
MaxLife
Texas Lottery
Phone Mate
DayTraders of America
Sharper Image
Zales
Pepsi

Animation, Acting, TV Hosting:
“Madame’s Place” – Spokesman (1 episode, 1982) TV Series
“The Fall Guy” – Ladies on the Ropes (1982) TV Episode …. Announcer
“Goldie Gold and Action Jack” (1981) TV series …. Jack Travis (All Episodes)
The Return of the King (1980) (TV) (voice) …. (Pippin) Made for TV Movie
Jack Frost (1979) (TV) (voice) TV Special
Rocky II (1979) …. Reporter Motion Picture
The Stingiest Man in Town (1978) (TV) …. Bob Cratchit TV Special
“Welcome Back, Kotter” – Meet Your New Teacher: Batteries Not Included (1978) TV Episode …. Computer Voice
Baretta (1975) (TV) (voice) …. Fred the Cockatoo (All Episodes)
The Town That Forgot Christmas (1974) (TV) (voice) TV Special
“The Jetsons” (1979) TV Series …. Additional Voices (All Episodes)
“Gremlins” (1984) Voices Motion Picture
“Pink Panther & Sons” (1984) Voice of Buckethead TV Series
“You & Me, Kid” Host – Disney Channel (1983-1990) TV Series
“Disney Channel Family Weekend” (1984) Host TV Special
“Jammin’” (1987-1993) Host TV Series
“Teammates” (1990-1994) Host TV Series
“Popeye” – Dickinson Theaters (1998) Voice of Popeye
Parkay Talking Tub – Parkay Margarine (voice) 2000
The Bee Movie Game – Voice of Jerry Seinfeld 2007
“Great Day SA” Co-Host (2008)