Robbert Baruch

Robbert Baruch currently serves as SVP Public Affairs for Europe and Multilateral Relations at Universal Music Group, where responsibilities include collaboration with policymakers and intergovernmental organizations across Europe and parts of the Middle East and French-speaking West Africa. Baruch's extensive experience also includes lecturing on creative sectors and political philosophy, and leadership roles in various organizations such as GESAC and CISAC, where advocacy and lobbying efforts were significantly advanced. Prior roles encompass senior positions in public affairs, compliance, and political engagement, alongside serving as an alderman in Rotterdam. Baruch possesses an academic background in political science, having pursued education at Leiden University and other institutions.