“La Bella enjoyed a fruitful relationship with Ileana International. They connected with specific industry trades such as Chain Drug Review and Mass Market Retailer among other media outlets. A coup was when they landed the front page of the Business Section of the LA Times. That placement helped me sell my company.”

Al Rodriguez
Owner and CEO of La Bella Beauty

“It’s rare that you come across standout talent like Mike and the entire ileana international team. After an exhaustive search, I hired Mike to handle all PR initiatives for INVIGORADE endurance drink. I was particularly impressed with Mike’s ability to handle the toughest challenges — and effortlessly. Mike always followed through, never leaving a question unanswered. He creatively navigated the PR landscape to draw external interest to INVIGORADE continuously.”

Dan Morad
CEO of INVIGORADE

“Eleven years in, we now have instruments in over 140 institutions nationwide, and have songwriting programs throughout Southern California and 42 instructors working with us.  This would not have been possible without the methodical and persistent effort of Mike and Ileana International.  We are forever in their debt.”

Kat Kambes
Director of Operations: Jail Guitar Doors

I would highly recommend Mike for your PR needs.  Mike is a consummate professional while being dogged on behalf of his clients’ interests.  He has valuable and longstanding relationships that he leverages for his clients, and his PR instincts are terrific!

Sarah Jessup
Chief Financial Officer FlyawayHomes

“Mike has been an incredible resource for good story ideas that resonate with our viewers. There’s a difference between trying to get a platform for free advertising and actually showcasing what a company or organization is doing for a community that makes people care about it. Mike knows the difference which is why I never delete his emails”.

John Cadiz Klemack
Reporter/ KNBC4 TV News

“It has always been a pleasure to work with Michael. He always has new creative ideas when pitching stories”. 

Stephanie Bradford
Entertainment Reporter/ KMEX 34/ UNIVISION TV/
the Number 1 news outlet in the US

“Mike understands journalists and what they need for a well-rounded story.  He’s always a pleasure to work with.”

Mike O’Sullivan
West Coast Bureau Chief for Voice of America.
The largest global broadcaster in the US

“I have been fortunate to know Mike Mena for three decades, as a news source, as a business collaborator and as a close friend.  I have never failed to be impressed by Mike’s creativity, resourcefulness and effectiveness in all of his ventures.  With an understated persistence, Mike comes through always, delivering beyond expectations.  I’d be happy to discuss his qualifications further, at any time.”  

Thom Duffy
Executive Director
Power Lists, Billboard Magazin