Artur Mendes (PT)

Born in Lisbon, Portugal, he is a co-director at Boom Festival and the Being Gathering, both known for fostering transformative experiences. He also serves on the board of the Portuguese Association of Shows, Festivals, and Events (APEFE). With a degree in Social and Organizational Psychology from ISCTE - University of Lisbon and an MA in Culture Management, he furthered his expertise with studies in permaculture, ecovillage design, and creative leadership (THNK). His journey spans from the social sector to the electronic music scene, where he has been active since the early-90s. Professionally, he has contributed to curation, production for music events, shows and festivals; and communication across various media platforms, including TV, websites, and books. As a speaker he participated at international events across the world. His intention with Boom Festival focuses on awakening the subversive self, encouraging individuals to inspire change within their communities.