Robert-Allan Arno
Media Spokesman, Teacher, and Executive Director in New York
"Wherever in the world we have a calling to serve, to give loving kindness, is God's spirit moving through our hearts & souls, bringing a selfless surge to heal others. In doing so, we heal ourselves." --Robert-Allan Arno
Media Spokesman, Executive Director, Voice-Actor, Teacher, Writer: Robert-Allan is known for his spirit of excellence according to Grammy legends Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr. From kudos in ADWEEK for his nuanced announcing style, to rave reviews for his authorship of the celebrity memoir FROM HOBO FLATS TO THE 5TH DIMENSION amid other achievements, Robert is an inspirational, multi-faceted personality.
Arno's warm yet textured, deeply rich sound has been "the voice" of thousands of commercials including the hip national campaigns for Zeebox & BelVita Breakfast Biscuits. Also on Robert's vast roster: Toyota, Seagram's & the blockbuster INDEPENDENCE DAY RESURGENCE spotlighting his commanding movie trailer vibe. His work for the new Owner's Bank highlights his comedic character flair.
In his humanitarian efforts, Robert is proudly the Executive Director of America to Africa Higher Education Foundation, providing collegiate scholarships to gifted Nigerian students. A diverse cross-cultural effort, visit their website at the link above and consider a donation.
Reflecting his legacy in faith-based broadcasting, Robert appeared for 5 seasons as Bible reader on the national telecast of THE SUNDAY MASS, ABC Freeform Channel. He appears on the prestigious Madison Ave. Baptist Church broadcast delivering the Call to Worship. He's the former drive-time host of the innovative NY radio show GOSPEL GOLD, covered in BILLBOARD.
Arno created Voice-ACTions, the industry-acclaimed method for voice-actors. He's taught stars of TV & stage, Emmy & Tony winners, chart-topping singers, newscasters & stand-ups at universities, in Master Classes & via private consultancy over 2 decades.
Mr. Arno is biographer of Pop-Soul royalty The 5th Dimension & co-authored founding member LaMonte McLemore's hit memoir FROM HOBO FLATS TO THE 5TH DIMENSION, recommended by Johnny Mathis & Nancy Sinatra. Arno compiled & wrote in-depth liners for Sony's ULTIMATE 5th DIMENSION & PLAYLIST: THE VERY BEST OF THE 5TH DIMENSION.
Robert hosted Lincoln Center's star-studded tribute to prolific songwriter Laura Nyro. He also hosted TV shows for PBS & home-shopping. His Jazz CD, COOL CROONIN' is due for 2024.
Website: www.RobertAllanArno.org