Fernando Zeledon

Fernando Zeledon is an experienced professional dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and creative communities across various sectors. Currently serving as a Seed Investor at Avenida Productions, COO at truCrowd, Inc., and Public Relations and Marketing Manager at Grizzly Entertainment, Fernando focuses on supporting independent artists, enhancing opportunities for early-stage startups—particularly those led by Women and BIPOC founders—and driving engagement within the sporting and civic sectors. As Managing Director of StartUp Grind East Los Angeles and the StartUp Kogi Initiative, Fernando promotes technological and creative entrepreneurship through events and educational workshops globally. Additionally, as the founder of Aplicando Nuestras Energias and It's the Right Thing To Do, Fernando works to unite communities for a brighter future and support homeless populations in Los Angeles. Fernando's background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Latin American Studies from UCLA and ongoing studies in Social Work at the University of Southern California.