Who is Lou Mongello?
Lou Mongello is a passionate, motivational keynote speaker who delivers customized presentations tailored to your specific needs and audience at conferences, corporate events, and schools in Orlando, Walt Disney World, and around the world.
Through his engaging, thought-provoking, and entertaining presentations, he provides real-world, actionable content and strategies for entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, employees, and students alike.
My Story
In November 1971, I was among the first to experience Walt Disney World. Today, I make a career as a Disney author, publisher, host, speaker, and trusted Disney expert. This is my story. In 2003, I was an attorney in New Jersey, and set a personal challenge to write a book about my favorite subject: Walt Disney World. The book grew into a web site, and in 2005, a podcast. As my hobby started to turn into a possible business, I knew if I wanted to make it happen, I had to go “all in” and take a huge leap of faith. I left my practice, sold my house, and moved to Florida with my family to pursue and share my passion for all things Disney . . . and I’ve been doing it full-time ever since.
I am the host/producer of WDW Radio, which was named Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years and once ranked #2 overall podcast on iTunes/Apple Podcasts. I am the author of 102 Ways to Save Money For and At Walt Disney World, two Walt Disney World Trivia Books, and the author/ narrator of seven Audio Tours of Walt Disney World. I am also the founder of the Dream Team Project, which sends children with life-threatening illnesses to Disney World through the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America, and thanks to the incredible efforts and generosity of others, collectively we have raised more than $350,000.00 to date.
As a social media pioneer and influencer, I connect with my loyal audiences (who are all friends, not “fans”) via a variety of online social networks, and I also host monthly meet-ups in Walt Disney World and around the country. As one of the leading authorities on Disney, podcasting, and new media, I am frequently interviewed by the media for expert perspective and analysis. I have been featured in People Magazine, USA Today, CBS, FOX, The Wall Street Journal, the BBC, Bloomberg Business, Huffington Post, LIFE Magazine, Parenting Magazine, Readers’ Digest, VentureBeat, and others.
As a motivational speaker and widely-recognized expert on Disney, I’m eager to share the magic of Disney and the power of social media with businesses and associations. I also bring the “Disney magic” into schools by coming straight into the classroom or through entertaining assembly programs designed to show students how to create an exciting future by following their dreams and passions.
WDW Radio Podcast
Lou’s WDW Radio Disney Podcast, Your Walt Disney World Information Station, has been ranked as the #2 podcast overall in iTunes/Apple Podcasts. The WDW Radio show has also been voted Best Travel Podcast for 9 consecutive years. You can find WDW Radio by visiting to WDWRadio.com.
Are you an Entrepreneur interested in starting your own podcast? Want to know more about how Lou started and grew WDW RADIO? Listen below.
Social Media Examiner interviews Lou Mongello:
How a Podcast Built a Business
The Dream Team Project
The Dream Team Project was founded by Lou Mongello for the purpose of granting the wishes of children with serious illnesses to visit Walt Disney World. A portion of the proceeds from all merchandise sold on WDW Radio, personal donations made by Lou from the sales of his books & audio tours, donations from community members & friends, and proceeds from special fundraising events run by The Dream Team Project have made it possible to (so far) raise more than $350,000.00!!!
I built my personal brand and business, positioning myself as an expert, not just on Disney, but on podcasting, live video, social and new media, community, and entrepreneurship. How can I help YOU?
– Lou Mongello