Chingiz Batyrbekov is a cultural entrepreneur, festival director, and industry innovator from Kyrgyzstan. As the co-founder and CEO of KOLFEST, he has played a key role in shaping Kyrgyzstan’s contemporary music and arts scene while promoting Central Asia as an emerging hub for cultural tourism and creative industries.
With a deep passion for ethno-electronic music, festival culture, and cross-cultural collaboration, Chingiz has worked extensively to connect international artists, industry professionals, and local talent. Under his leadership, KOLFEST has become more than just a festival—it is a movement celebrating the fusion of ancient traditions and modern soundscapes, set against the stunning backdrop of Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan.
Beyond KOLFEST, Chyngyz is actively involved in music curation, event production, and global networking, representing Kyrgyzstan at major international platforms. His mission is to create sustainable cultural projects that put Central Asia on the world map of music and festival tourism.