Alex Batterbee is an experienced professional in the field of music publishing and copyright administration, currently serving as Senior Director of Global Administration at Sony Music Publishing since May 2013. In addition to this role, Alex has held various positions, including Director of Global Administration and Director of International Copyright Development at the same company. As Managing Partner at Lobstercon Uk LLP since March 2018 and Co-Chair of the Society Publisher Forum affiliated with ICMP/CISAC since April 2017, Alex contributes to establishing standardised practices and data formats in the industry. Previous positions include Head of Business Affairs at the Royal Opera House and roles at Leap Music Limited, Universal Music Group, and Music Sales Group, with a foundational education in Law (LLB) from Queen Mary University of London.