Roberto C. Candelaria

Roberto C. Candelaria is a recognized authority in corporate sponsorship and strategic partnerships. Candelaria is the founder of Sponsorship Boot Camp and the author of "Relationships Raise Money: A Guide to Corporate Sponsorship" and "Sponsorship for Influencers: Profitable Partnerships in 5 Simple Steps." He created The Sponsorship Roadmap, Sponsorship Crash Course, and Sponsorship 901, programs designed to help influencers and organizations increase revenue through sponsorship strategies. Candelaria focuses on teaching organizations about profitability, growth, and the value of partnerships.

Candelaria has served as a mentor, strategist, and consultant, working with companies such as American Airlines, BMW, DELL, Disney, Enterprise Car Rentals, Hilton Hotels, Southwest Airlines, State Farm Insurance, Wells Fargo, and Zappos. His clients and students have secured sponsorships from brands including Accelerant, Adobe, Bell Helicopter, Capital One, Disney Parks, Disney Animation Studios, Cadillac, Dove, Microsoft, US Bank, Vocus, and WWE. Candelaria has consulted for a range of organizations, from start-ups and nonprofits to Fortune 100 companies, providing expertise in sponsorship, partnership development, and brand growth.

Candelaria is the co-founder and CEO of Propel Brand Management and the Community Leaders Association, as well as the co-founder of Profitable Community Academy. He coaches and consults online business owners and service providers, focusing on sustainable business growth and entrepreneurship. Candelaria emphasizes the importance of leadership, relationship-building, and purposeful business strategies to optimize revenue and visibility.

Candelaria has shared the stage with speakers such as Dr. Barbara De Angelis, John Assaraf, Brendon Burchard, Greg S. Reid, Rick Frishman, Sharon Lechter, Bill Walsh, Jim Kwik, Lisa Nichols, Bob Proctor, Kevin Harrington, and Les Brown. Whether addressing entrepreneurs, nonprofits, or corporate audiences, Candelaria delivers consistent messaging on the impact of sponsorship, strategic partnerships, and community building in business development.