Christophe Van Vaerenbergh is a distinguished expert in intellectual property and a champion for artists’ rights. As the managing director of PlayRight since 2010, he leads the sole Belgian collective management organization for performing artists, representing over 23,000 musicians and actors. A lawyer by training, Christophe brings a deep understanding of the legal landscape from his time advising Belgian ministers on crucial matters of ICT, privacy, and copyright law. He guides you through navigating the complexities of neighboring rights and ensuring that artists are fairly compensated for their work in the ever-evolving creative industry.