Having been a headhunter since 1997, Peter Thissen concentrates on recruitment solely in IP since 2013, as such he is the only headhunter based in the Benelux. He has become the reputed go-to-person in hiring and guiding professionals in both the patents and trademarks fields. Although he concentrates on the Benelux, Peter also serves clients in other European countries. His mastering of five European languages and the establishment of the UPC contributed to this expansion. In widely read weekly LinkedIn articles, Peter shares his insights in trends and developments in the IP job market and in IP recruitment. They never go without a touch of humor. Holding one PhD in History and one in Theology, Peter spends his leisure time a.o. on scientific research and publishing. Therefore, linguistic aptitude and academia are what Peter shares with his candidates and clients..