The New Bosses 2026:
Manuela Villazón | Breakfast Live

Villazón is a talent buyer based in Bogotá, Colombia, specialising in international touring, artist development and audience growth

By Lisa Henderson | 30 July 2026

Manuela Villazón is a talent buyer based in Bogotá, Colombia, specialising in international touring, artist development and audience growth across Latin America.

Having lived in New York, Paris and Bogotá, she brings a multicultural perspective to the live entertainment business and a deep understanding of how global trends translate into local opportunities.

With a background spanning both marketing and live entertainment, she combines fan engagement, brand strategy and talent development to help build sustainable artist careers. At Breakfast Live,…

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