Gustavo Gonzalez
About Gustavo Gonzalez
Gustavo Gonzalez is a professor and CEO of Gustavo Gonzalez Music Rights Consulting, with extensive experience in the music industry and legal advisory services. He has held various leadership roles at organizations such as CISAC and ABRAMUS, focusing on legal and business counseling since 2016.
Work at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Gustavo Gonzalez has served as a Professor at Fundação Getulio Vargas since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the academic community by sharing his expertise in music rights and legal matters. His involvement at FGV aligns with his extensive background in the music industry and legal advisory services.
Education and Expertise
Gustavo Gonzalez holds a Lawyer Degree from Universidade Candido Mendes, which he completed from 1999 to 2004. He also pursued a Post-Graduation at Fundação Getulio Vargas from 2004 to 2006. His educational background equips him with the necessary legal knowledge to navigate the complexities of music rights and business affairs.
Background in Music Rights Consulting
Since 2022, Gustavo Gonzalez has been the CEO of Gustavo Gonzalez Music Rights Consulting, where he provides tailored legal and business solutions for the music sector. His consulting firm operates in a virtual office setting, emphasizing personalized services that focus on credibility, knowledge, and transparency.
Professional Experience in Music Organizations
Gustavo Gonzalez has held various significant positions in music organizations. He served as Executive Director Adviser at UBC - União Brasileira de Compositores from 2005 to 2009 and as Manager of New Projects at ABRAMUS from 2009 to 2018. He currently holds the position of Director of International Relations and Business Affairs at ABRAMUS since 2018.
Leadership Roles at CISAC
Gustavo Gonzalez has been actively involved with CISAC, serving as Chair of the Society Publisher Forum since 2016 and previously as Vice Chair of the Distribution Technical Committee from 2012 to 2016. He also chaired the BTC Online Working Group from 2015 to 2021, contributing to the development of international music rights standards.