(HARLEM – April 16, 2024) – Do tune in to the Friday, April 19th edition of the “Doni Glover Show” at 9:00 a.m. Guests include DIGITAL MARKETER & BRAND STRATEGIST Melissa Almonor. The Doni Glover Show, hosted by the award-winning BMORENews.com publisher, streams LIVE Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. EST on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Twitter.
Who is Melissa?
Besides being a Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award honoree, Melissa Almonor is also a versatile business professional with expertise in digital marketing, communications, event coordination, and brand development. With a proven track record of driving business growth, she excels in leveraging market insights to optimize ROI.
As Digital Marketing Manager at La Terenga which includes Ponty Bistro, Harlem Cafe, PB Brasserie & Renaissance Harlem Restaurants, Melissa collaborated closely with Chef Cisse, Executive Chef & Owner from Chopped Season 3, for the last seven years resulting in year-on-year significant sales boosts exceeding $500K.
She also negotiated TV and film contracts on behalf of La Terenga Restaurant brands for the use of their spaces and likeness in media productions, including securing placements in Amazon Prime Video’s show “Harlem” and other notable productions.
Further, Melissa led press and co-branded social media campaigns with major companies like American Express, Citi, SecretNYC, OkayAfrica, and EaterNY amplifying the brands she’s worked with to expand their visibility and increase their engagement.
Melissa Almonor has also spearheaded marketing efforts for notable organizations, including The Apollo Theater, The National Jazz Museum in Harlem (NJMH), the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), and Quini Wine.
With an MBA from Long Island University and a BA from Binghamton University, Melissa combines academic excellence with practical experience to deliver innovative marketing solutions. Beyond her professional roles, Melissa is committed to community service, serving as a board member of the Harlem Tourism Board. Through marketing campaigns, workshops, and community events, Melissa actively promotes Harlem’s cultural richness and attractions, fostering engagement and pride among residents and visitors alike.
She’s also passionate about education, contributing to outreach programs, and teaching essential skills in digital media and marketing. Driven by a commitment to excellence and innovation, Melissa continues to make a profound impact in digital marketing, brand strategy, and community empowerment.