Yvan Boudillet is a creative industries and innovation expert with over 20 years of experience at the crossroads of music, technology, and culture. He is the Co-Founder and Secretary General of Music Tech Europe, the European network of music innovation hubs.
He previously spearheaded digital transformation and strategic initiatives at Warner Music and EMI Music, before founding TheLynk, an advisory company fostering innovation across the music ecosystem by connecting organizations, institutions, artists, and startups.
As an international speaker and lecturer, Yvan has shared his insights on the future of music and innovation at major events worldwide, including SXSW, Sónar+D, Slush, Midem, ILMC, IFF, ESNS, 4YFN, ISMIR, Wallifornia, Linecheck, Music Inc. India, and the Music Cities Awards, where he also serves on the international jury. Widely recognized as a thought leader, he advocates for inclusive and collaborative innovation across the creative industries.
Beyond his consulting, educational and policy work, Yvan is the Co-Founder and President of the Metal Social Club, the first network bringing together metalhead entrepreneurs and creators.