Los Padrinos aka Founders
Joe Zuniga
Joe Zuniga
ENTERTAINER, INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER, AUTHOR, COMMUNITY LEADER
Summary:
Born in Miami, Florida, Joe Zuniga currently resides in the beautiful metropolitan area of Tampa Bay, where he is widely known as “Mr. Tampa.”
Having overcome daunting adversity in his life, Joe has since dedicated himself to sharing his life story and talents in order to reach those who may be facing challenges and defeat as well. Joe’s inspiring story is one of redemption, determination, success, and encouragement.
TEENAGER
As a teenager, Joe discovered a love for music and learned to play different instruments. He pursued music and aspired to become a recording artist; however, peer pressure and temptation led him towards the wrong crowd, and was expelled from high school. After graduating with his high school diploma from the High School Equivalency Program at USF, Joe continued on the wrong path and eventually landed in prison.
ACHIEVEMENTS
In 2011, Joe realized his adolescent dreams and decided to professionally launch his singing career. In 2012, Joe became the first in Florida to be nominated for a Tejano Music Award and also won a Tejano Globe Award for his first single. Joe was also a finalist on the international Latino talent show Tengo Talento Mucho Talento. Since then, Joe has traveled and performed at various venues throughout the country, has won other Regional Mexican music awards, and in 2016, released his first book “Debra LaFave – A Crown of Beauty for Ashes”.
REFLECTION
After his life changing prison experience, Joe received degrees in business management, economics, and political science, studied business innovation in Europe, and launched his company Zuniga Marketing, Inc. Unfortunately, during this time, his mother’s health drastically deteriorated so Joe became her primary care taker as well.
TESTIMONY INSPIRATION
Joe’s mother passed away on New Year’s 2015. She inspired him to tell his story and help others. Joe now performs his music and shares his powerful story in a unique, entertaining, and inspirational way at every memorable event. In addition to sharing his own unique story, he hopes to be a voice through which others can share their stories.