Mando Fresko is an award-winning Mexican-American entrepreneur, brand ambassador and media personality from Los Angeles, California. His passion for music started at an early age and transpired to his teenage years when he fell in love with hip hop and pop culture. In high school, Mando participated in talent shows and DJ’ed his school dances. As a freshman in college he launched a campus radio show and soon after, at only 18 years old, Mando received his start at the nation’s biggest hip-hop station, Power 106. He began in promotions but quickly became the youngest on-air radio personality in station history with ‘The Mando Show.’

 

Mando also became a part of the MTV family as a host for MTV Tr3s, a bilingual music network, and subsequently hosted his own show, “What’s Good?” on MTV2.

In 2019, Fresko launched Cali 93.9’s first ever morning show, Cali Mornings. His radio show reached millions of listeners daily — and his social media channels are a powerhouse with millions of followers. Mando’s online site, mandofresko.com, receives over 500,000 monthly impressions and over 30.2 million views on his YouTube channel.

 

Aside from his expansive television, radio and social media following, his relationships with millennial and Gen-Z brands range from Coachella, Red Bull, Manchester United and the MLS. Additionally, creating national campaigns with Verizon, Delta, Pepsi and Kia Automotive. Mando has also worked on international campaigns such as visiting the home of Hennessy in Cognac, France where he learned all about the making of cognac. With Nike, he has hosted events for over decade and also partnered with the brand to give back to local communities.

 

Mando Fresko was featured on Forbes’ “Get Paid to Be Yourself,” where he inspires fans with his success story on how he founded and branded his very own media company, Hubwav Media. He states that Hubwav is not just a company, it’s a family.” This statement is just one of many that truly describes Mando.

 

In early 2020, he was awarded the Key to the City by his hometown of South Gate in California for his involvement and work in the local communities. He was also honored as the Grand Marshal of the city's yearly holiday parade.

The Fresko Foundation, a non-profit organization, launched that Spring. The foundation is focused on mentorship, personal development and creating opportunities for inner city youth. Mando uses his knowledge in the industry to motivate and help build confident young adults. 

In 2024, he was announced by MLS' highest-grossing team, LAFC, as their first Music Director. "I'm looking forward to making more memorable moments for our Black & Gold faithful, the city of Los Angeles and everyone that comes to watch a match at the most global city in the world," shares Fresko. For 6 seasons, he has amplified the club's game-day and music experience. An LAFC home game is one of the most electric sporting events globally and Mando Fresko has played a major part in that.

One of his biggest projects to date, Mando & Friends, has created a huge buzz in the podcast community for 3 seasons – and counting! Presented by Verizon, the program introduces you to his friends: world-renowned artists, musicians, high-level athletes changing the game, actors, top market broadcast professionals — and social media stars breaking the internet. The award-winning 3 seasons of M&F has now generated over 1 billion streams and impressions! Mando & Friends is available on all streaming platforms.

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