​A performance rights organization (PRO) is a company or organization that manages the rights to public performance of musical compositions on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers. PROs collect royalties from businesses and organizations that use music in public, such as radio and TV stations, concert venues, bars, restaurants, and streaming services.
 
The benefits of joining a PRO include:
 
1. Royalty collection: PROs collect and distribute royalties from the public performance of music to songwriters, composers, and publishers.
 
2. Global coverage: PROs have partnerships with similar organizations in many countries, which allows them to collect and distribute royalties internationally.
 
3. Licensing assistance: PROs provide licensing assistance to businesses and organizations that want to use music in public, making it easier for them to obtain the necessary licenses and pay the appropriate fees.
 
4. Legal support: PROs offer legal support to their members in case of copyright infringement or disputes.
 
5. Advocacy: PROs advocate for the rights of songwriters, composers, and music publishers, and lobby for fair compensation for the use of their music.
 
Overall, PROs provide a valuable service to music creators and owners, ensuring that they receive fair compensation for their work and helping to protect their rights.