Paul Allen Benavides (Rojo) is an American academic, corporate trainer, and media personality based in Da Nang, Vietnam, where he serves as a Business Lecturer at Swinburne University of Technology’s Vietnam campus. His academic expertise centers around International Business and Media, with a special research focus on mindfulness principles within business management, particularly emphasizing how mindfulness can positively influence cross-cultural organizational dynamics and performance.

Beyond academia, Paul is a sought-after keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and workshop facilitator, recognized for his dynamic speaking style, engaging storytelling, and ability to deliver complex ideas clearly and compellingly. He blends practical insights, mindfulness techniques, and business expertise to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable, balanced growth.

He maintains a vibrant digital presence under the brand "Walkabout Rojo," through his website (walkaboutrojo.com) and his popular YouTube channels, "Walkabout Rojo”, “Walkabout Elevations”, & “Rojo Reads the News” where he shares captivating experiences on mindfulness, cultural exploration, global travel, and international business insights. His videos and writings are characterized by their warm humor, sharp observations, and authentic reflections drawn from his extensive global travels, especially highlighting life and business in Vietnam, China, and across Asia.

His holistic approach to personal and professional development is further enriched by his lifelong passion for yoga, meditation, and physical fitness, which strongly influence both his teaching methodology and his coaching style.

Paul Allen Benavides' ongoing mission is to inspire individuals worldwide to integrate mindfulness into their everyday lives, workplaces, and communities, encouraging sustainable practices that foster global understanding, cross-cultural empathy, and lasting personal growth.