Benjamin is the International Project Manager at Centre national de la musique (CNM) in France. His mission is to assist French music industry professionals (labels, tour agents, publishers, managers, etc.) in exporting their projects and establishing connections with international professionals worldwide.
CNM is a French State organisation established in 2020 to equip the French music sector with the necessary tools and support mechanisms for national and global development. Serving as a central hub for all French music professionals, it aims to bolster and showcase a diverse range of genres while representing all facets of the industry – from recorded music to live performances and publishing.
Among CNM's various initiatives, fostering the international growth of the French music industry stands out, along with providing information about French artists. This includes offering expertise, consultations, and recommendations, as well as funding programs, market resources, and promoting the latest projects.
He has been active in the music sector since 2002, serving as a Booking Agent (Zamora Productions) and Production Manager (Festival de Saint-Denis). Since 2016, he has held the position of International Project Manager at Le Bureau Export, which merged with CNM in 2020. He spent two years serving at the French Embassy in Russia and has been a frequent traveler ever since. He has a passion for foreign languages, genre films, and bands with unpronounceable names.