Zoro

Personifying Excellence: Richly gifted as an encourager and life coach on the subject of excellence, Zoro captures his audiences with an unmistakable trademark hip style, sense of humor and contagious passion.Known as the “Minister of Groove,” Zoro is an internationally renowned rock star, motivational speaker, author and the consummate definition of the rare man who marches to the beat of a different drum. As one of the world’s most respected musicians, Zoro's touring and recording credits range from super power Lenny Kravitz to the incomparable Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to the legendary New Edition, along with countless other global acts. Stepping from the drummer’s throne to the speaker’s stage, Zoro engages with audiences to demonstrate excellence and achievement in both life and the vocational arena. Zoro shares a skill set of proven ‘reachable and relatable’ tools in his Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking for Success motivational program. From the competitive 21st-century boardroom to the challenges of everyday living, his wisdom empowers and encourages audiences to achieve their highest potential.Based on his acclaimed book, The Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking for Success, Zoro provides one-of-a-kind guidance on vocational, personal and spiritual aspects of excellence. Channeling music industry savvy and his years of experience at the top of his profession, Zoro artfully presents to his audiences keys to purposeful living, keeping it real and following your vision without losing yourself. An ordained minister who has traveled the world as an ambassador of God, Zoro also established Zoro International Ministries (ZIM) to teach Biblically based achievement skills, nurture purpose and offer inspiration to young adults (age 18 to 29). ZIM’s vision is to help young adults throughout the world understand their unique God-given gifts and fulfill their divine assignments on earth. ZIM’s mission is to develop in young adults a rock-solid, Christ-centered foundation by giving them tools and support, guiding them to become their nation’s next generation of leaders. In addition toThe Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking for Success, Zoro has authored the No. 1 award-winning and best-selling book and DVD package The Commandments of R&B Drumming (with The Commandments of R&B Drumming Play Along Book and CD). His third book, The Commandments of Early Rhythm & Blues, is another award-gathering musicians’ manual.