Julio Melara

Julio Melara

Keynote Speaker: Media Entrepreneur & Leadership Development Expert; CEO of Melara Enterprises & StudioE; Author

Julio Melara Biography

Julio Melara is a second-generation Honduran American who established a significant multimedia company in Louisiana. Melara began his media career as a college freshman working as a courier at a local business newspaper. He advanced to become the top sales executive at WWL radio in New Orleans, where he was recognized as the only million-dollar producer in the Louisiana radio industry. Melara later served as publisher of New Orleans Magazine and joined New Orleans Publishing Group as vice president for sales and training, contributing to the foundation of his entrepreneurial path.

Melara is president and CEO of Melara Enterprises, a multimedia company he founded after acquiring Louisiana Business Inc. The company operates several media brands, including "Baton Rouge Business Report," "225," "inRegister," and "10/12 Industry Report." These brands are supported by digital platforms, newsletters, and community events, reaching approximately 4 million readers annually and generating nearly 23 million views and impressions. Melara expanded the company’s portfolio by acquiring Launch Media, a video production company, and developing StudioE, a content, communications, and creative studio focused on data-driven strategies for business storytelling.

Melara founded the Business Report Executive Leadership Academy, a program for professionals, small business owners, and entrepreneurs, which has produced more than 500 alumni. He also established the 21st Century Business Forum, a monthly webcast featuring business leaders and thinkers such as Steve Forbes, Nick Saban, and John Maxwell, aimed at providing insight to entrepreneurs and executives. Creative work under Melara’s leadership has received recognition from the Telly Awards, ADDY Awards, Society for Professional Journalists, and Alliance of Area Business Publishers.

In addition to his media work, Melara is known as a motivational speaker, delivering keynote addresses and seminars on leadership, entrepreneurship, resilience, and personal growth. He is the author of several books, including "Do You Have The Time For Success?," "It Only Takes Everything You've Got!," "Keys To Performance," and "Mental Snacks – Nourishment for Your Mind and Fuel for Your Life!" Melara has received the E.A. Pete Goldsby Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to business and the community.

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Julio Melara Speaking Topics

Leading Effectively in the Age of Disruption

It Only Takes Everything You’ve Got!

Pitfalls and Priorities in Leadership

Serving is the Gateway to Success

Excelling and Enduring in a Changing World

Julio Melara Videos

Living a Life That Matters with Julio Melara
NXT 68 - Julio Melara | Melara Enterprises
Reaching People in the Workplace - Julio Melara

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What topics does Julio Melara speak about?

Julio Melara is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Business Authors, Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources, Customer Experience, Hispanic Heritage, Entrepreneurship, Business, Leadership, Motivational, Culture, Business Leadership, News & Media, Small Business, Success, Overcoming Adversity, Personal Growth, Mindset, Educational Motivational, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Executive Leadership, Business Growth, Peak Performance, Strategic Leadership and Modern Media.

Where does Julio Melara travel from?

Julio Melara generally travels from Baton Rouge, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Julio Melara?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Julio Melara for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Julio Melara for your next private or corporate function.

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Julio Melara is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Business Authors and Diversity & Inclusion. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Julio Melara generally travels from Baton Rouge, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jason Young, Linda Alvarado and Ana Larrea-Albert. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Julio Melara for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/06/2026.

Julio Melara Speaking Topics

  • Leading Effectively in the Age of Disruption

  • It Only Takes Everything You’ve Got!

  • Pitfalls and Priorities in Leadership

  • Serving is the Gateway to Success

  • Excelling and Enduring in a Changing World

Julio Melara Videos

Living a Life That Matters with Julio Melara
NXT 68 - Julio Melara | Melara Enterprises
Reaching People in the Workplace - Julio Melara

Julio Melara Reviews

  • Julio made an impression on our group -- several have already purchased his book!
    TELCOR, Inc - Oct 18 2024

  • How do I book Julio Melara to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Julio Melara for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Julio Melara, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Julio Melara or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Julio Melara for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Julio Melara, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Julio Melara, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Julio Melara speak about?

  • Where does Julio Melara travel from?

    Julio Melara generally travels from Baton Rouge, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Julio Melara?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Julio Melara for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Julio Melara for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Julio Melara or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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