Montuno Productions, Inc. (MP), based in the San Francisco Bay Area, provides live music entertainment-related services, including concert production, and artist management and booking. Founded in 2004 by Luis R. Mendoza, MP also offers technology consulting (focused on the entertainment industry), advertising and marketing services. MP was incorporated as a California Benefit Corporation in August, 2014.
MP has been involved in the production of dozens of live music events in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond, including concerts and festivals.
As a California Benefit Corporation, in addition to its core mission of promoting live music entertainment, Montuno Productions' purpose is to create a general public benefit including, but not limited to, the specific public benefit of promoting the arts, sciences, civics, and the advancement of knowledge.
Luis R. Mendoza is a dynamic entrepreneur and technologist, with over 20 years of experience in business consulting, event management, concert production, and advertising and marketing. He has delivered dozens of business, technology, and motivational seminars with several organizations, including the Small Business Administration, the Small Business Development Center, Berlitz Cultural Consulting, Chambers of Commerce, trade groups, and nonprofits.
He’s been featured in San Francisco Bay Area publications, including The East Bay Business Times and The Daily Review. Recognition and awards include Best Small Business of The Year Award from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Alameda County, Certificate of Commendation from California’s Lt. Governor, and Volunteer of The Year Award from Women’s Initiative for Self Employment.