Mauricio Ruiz sits down with Lex Borrero, a prominent figure in the Latin American music and entertainment industry, for this  episode of The Manager’s Playbook Podcast. 

Lex has worked with some of the biggest names in pop music including Tainy, Bad Bunny, Dua Lipa, J Balvin, Will Smith, Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, The Montaners Family, Kali Ucis and several other prominent figures. 

In this episode, Mauricio and Lex discuss Lex's work as an artist manager, producer, executive, and entrepreneur. They explore his early days breaking the mold in non-secular music, the power of narrative and intention, his groundbreaking partnership with Tainy, brokering deals with powerhouse film studios and broadcasting networks, following his gut intuition, non-traditional mentorships, his strong bond with head of creative Ivan Rodriguez, having skin in the game and much more. Most importantly, Ruiz & Lex highlight highlight his unique talent as a creative executive and his exceptional clarity of vision.

Lex Borrero is a dynamic force in the entertainment industry, known for his innovative vision and strategic acumen. With a career spanning over two decades, Lex has established himself as a leading figure in talent management, music production, and media entrepreneurship. He is the co-founder of NEON16, a multi-faceted creative company that he established alongside the renowned producer Tainy. Together, they have rapidly transformed NEON16 into a powerhouse in the Latin music scene, launching numerous chart-topping hits and nurturing the careers of top artists. Lex's keen eye for talent, coupled with his relentless drive and industry expertise, complements Tainy's creative prowess, earning them a reputation as transformative leaders who consistently push the boundaries of what's possible in the entertainment world.

Lex is also the co-founder of NTERTAIN STUDIOS (along with Tommy Mottola and Ivan Rodriguez) a Latin Entertainment and media company focusing on the creation, development, and production of premier content across television, film and digital. We bring Latin stories to the forefront by representing the global power and success of Latin celebrities, talent, brands and culture. Some of those properties include LA FIRMA & LOS MONTANER.