When the Music Drops, The Message Hits!
Experience a Red Ribbon Week program that goes beyond “just say no.” Patrick "Pac Man" Perez brings high-energy dance, real talk, and unstoppable inspiration to help your students rise, resist, and live drug-free—every beat, every choice.
FEATURED SPEAKER FOR:
Drug-prevention speaker with style!
Give your students a Red Ribbon Week assembly they WANT to see with a message they NEED to hear! Patrick Perez combines music, movement, and motivation to deliver an unforgettable Red Ribbon Week experience that connects with students across the country!
ROCKING EVENTS FOR SCHOOLS, DISTRICTS, & CONFERENCES FOR 18 YEARS ACROSS 48 STATES!
Interactive, high-impact assembly that empowers students to:
✅ Make positive choices
✅ Build resilience and confidence
✅ Lift each other up
✅ Commit to living drug-free with goals and purpose
Patrick "Pac Man" Perez | Award-Winning Speaker, & Dancer.
Epic Keynote Speaker
Patrick is a combination of rhythm, caffeine, and leadership with style! For nearly 20 years Patrick has traveled the country speaking to students, staff, and leaders on resilience, leadership, prevention and goal-setting. He was named 'Young Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Texas Small Business Administration and named a "Best Practice" by the Louisiana National Guard Family Programs.
Leadership With Style
Patrick is the author of four books, founded a non-profit student success motivational company called Lead, Encourage And Dance (LEAD), and ,in 2024, founded Baila and Beats; a grant funded event that celebrates the diverse rhythms of Texas communities.
Keep On Dancing
Patrick turned to dance in high school as a way to escape years of bullying by peers. Little did he know his passion for dance would open doors for him to help empower the lives of others. Patrick's motto, "Live to Serve," comes from a heart of service to others, but is rooted in resilience, power, and the culture of Hip Hop. Patrick's unique blend of Hispanic Culture, Hip Hop flavor and real world success has made him one of the few speakers around who can traverse between speaking to 5000 youth and then speaking to a Fortune 10 company's global employee summit. Patrick is truly ready to help make your next event amazing!
It was AWESOME! Everyone loved the message and how it was delivered. He also got the crowd involved and moving which fit right into our overall message (self image, peer pressure, leadership, and overall health). If you want a high energy, fun, interactive speaker Patrick 'Pac Man' is your Man.
Students Working Against Tobacco | G. Rivera | Coordinator
Patrick was very energetic and had a great connection with the kids. His message was very on point and appropriate for the age group. He was able to inspire the kids and give them advice which can be applied to their every day lives...audiences were also engaged throughout his entire presentation.
Hillary Woodcum | Tobacco Prevention Specialist| FL
"TASB loved your message, loved your energy and is inspired by the fact that you took your hobby, made it a passion, gave it purpose, and used it to make the world a better place."
K.Marx| Sr. Development Specialist |TX Assoc. of School Boar
N.Richter|Teacher|KS
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
"You are a very talented man and you inspire many to get their life in order to succeed through positive choices.Thanks for coming out here and keep up the fantastic job and being real. Bless you!"
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
"His presentation blew away my expectation. I expected a cliched speech mixed with corny dancing,but it was entertaining and very relatable for not only the group of students that attended, but for myself,a college graduate. He accomplished the main goal which was to get the kids involved and
motivated to pursue a higher education. If your group attending will be college students and younger, he is the perfect choice...."
Dana P. |Event Planner | WV
Student Mentor|UTPA Gen TX Conference
Dana P. |Event Planner | WV
As a third-party planner, I first hired Patrick in 2013, and I continued to work with him on teen events including conferences, advocacy events and team-building retreats. Whether he was in front of an audience of 500 or 12, Patrick delivered an energetic and engaging audience experience. He received excellent feedback from both teens and their adult program leaders, plus my clients were consistently happy with his performance. Patrick is versatile often filling roles as keynote, emcee and youth leader. He has great program content and never hesitates to integrate this with event-specific topics and messages. If you’re planning a youth event, I cannot recommend Patrick enough! He’s easy to work with, brings a high level of energy and excels at motivating youth.
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
"I first heard Patrick speak at a National Leadership Conference for FCCLA ... of course, Patrick was a hit. Evaluations were 100% positive. We decided it was time for a return visit (4 years later) and once again Patrick did not disappoint. Provided a positive message to ...members while having fun with crowd interaction, then interacting with them during intermission and post conference. If you are looking for a high energy keynote speaker that can interact with the crowd while sending a positive message, Patrick is the one you want."
Nicolle DiPasquale | FCCLA Nationals
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
"More than 5,900 nationwide members, advisers, alumni, and guests of FCCLA gathered in Nashville to celebrate this year’s [theme], “Beyond the Label.” Patrick Perez served as a general session speaker...his performance was energetic, lively, and engaging...
Patrick used dance to motivate the audience to express themselves as individuals and go ‘beyond labels’. Patrick demonstrated the power of positive action through dance, and empowered our members with a sense of self. I would recommend him as an energetic and relatable presenter..."
Barbara Jean Garza| Director|UTPA|CASP Community Outreach
Paula Kershaw | FCCLA Advisor | LA
Barbara Jean Garza| Director|UTPA|CASP Community Outreach
"Patrick’s high energy and passion for what he does immediately grasped everyone’s attention. His promo videos and unique interpretation to promoting higher education and overall motivation really made him stand out. I would definitely recommend Patrick... where high energy and motivation are key!"
Professor Faul | 4-H | LA
Christie Lybarger| Lewis County High School| WV
Barbara Jean Garza| Director|UTPA|CASP Community Outreach
“You were a hit with the 4-H members and really connected with them. Your message was exactly what 4-H stands for, thanks for doing such a great job. I hope you get the opportunity to speak to other 4-H groups around the country. You really did a great job, wish you the best."
Christie Lybarger| Lewis County High School| WV
Christie Lybarger| Lewis County High School| WV
Christie Lybarger| Lewis County High School| WV
"He was fantastic! He was full of energy and life; a very positive message and wonderful role model. A search on the internet led us to Patrick. Patrick helped [our campus] set goals and develop a strategy for accomplishing their goals. Schedule him! Now!"