Buenos Aires, March 9 (NA) – Marcelo Figoli, owner and CEO of Fenix Entertainment, has been distinguished by Billboard magazine on its Global Power Players 2026 list, which recognizes executives who drive the international music business outside of the United States. As reported by Billboard on its website and learned by the Argentine News Agency, the list highlights leaders with primary responsibility in international markets, which represent nearly 60% of global recorded music revenue. Among the countries mentioned as sector leaders are Japan, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, France, South Korea, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. Executives included in the ranking are nominated by their companies and peers and then selected by Billboard editors. In Figoli's case, Billboard included him in the Owner/CEO category of Fenix Entertainment, a company with a strong presence in Latin America. The recognition was celebrated by the official Fenix Entertainment account on social media X, which noted that Figoli was distinguished 'among the executives who drive the success of the international music business.' Fenix Entertainment is known for organizing massive tours in the region, including Luis Miguel's tour in Latin America. This recognition reflects the presence of Latin American executives on the global music scene, according to the specialized publication. The 2026 edition features representatives of music capitals such as Tokyo, London, Miami, and Melbourne. Among them are Katsumi Kuroiwa, CEO of Avex; Phil Rodríguez, CEO of Move Concerts; Tunde Balogun, founder and CEO of Love Renaissance; and Jon Ollier, CEO of One Fiinix Live.
