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We are a boutique business consulting firm dedicated to propelling entrepreneurs and businesses, particularly in the creative and cultural industries. Our mission: to simplify their daily operations and remove obstacles so they can focus on what matters most — creating, innovating, and excelling at what they do best.
Our services
Strategic Legal Services
✣ Legal advice, particularly in entertainment law, intellectual property, and business law
✣ Intellectual property strategy and support
✣ Drafting and reviewing contracts
✣ Review of chain of title and errors and omissions insurance
Strategic HR Services
✣ Organizational analysis
✣ HR support
✣ Drafting and creating HR tools
✣ Strategic Advice
Administrative support
✣ Managing daily operations (bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll, etc.)
✣ Corporate management (Minute book, REQ follow-ups)
Business Support
✣ Business strategy and management consulting and support
✣ Managing and organizing brain dump and brainstorm sessions
Our Team
Bruno Ménard
A lawyer and engineer by training, Bruno began his career over 25 years ago at Borden Ladner Gervais, a major Canadian law firm, where he practiced business law, specializing in entertainment, intellectual property, and technology. He then served successively as legal counsel, director of business and legal affairs, vice-president of business and legal affairs, executive producer, and member of the management team for companies in the audiovisual production industry (the National Film Board, L’Équipe Spectra, Astral Television Networks in Toronto, Attraction Media, Les Productions La Fête, Jimmy Lee). He was also the founder of Films 2.0 and Groupe Média Upside Up.
In 2014, he rejoined IGA Louise Ménard as vice-president. He leveraged his extensive management experience to ensure the continuity and maintenance of the reputation for excellence it had enjoyed in the grocery market for 40 years.
Following the sale of the family business in 2022, he founded SIXØCINQ, a boutique firm that offers business consulting services, particularly in the creative and cultural industries.
He regularly serves on boards of directors and is also invited to speak at various business associations and graduate schools.
Learn more: LinkedIn
Mélanie Bilodeau
With nearly 30 years of experience in the retail sector, Mélanie has risen through the ranks in a family business, developing expertise in various areas including management, administration, human resources, and customer service.
For the past eight years, she has served as Executive Assistant to the Vice-President. Her responsibilities included organizing management meetings and planning events. She also coordinated staffing efforts and provided support on human resources matters.
Previously, she worked as an Administrative Assistant, where she processed payroll, managed group insurance and CNESST (Quebec's workplace health and safety commission) files, handled accounts payable and receivable, and provided support to the store manager.
In addition, Mélanie Bilodeau has completed various continuing education programs, including a business management program at HEC Montréal – Management, Human Resources Management, Operations Management, Marketing, and Understanding Financial Statements.
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Charles Gagnon-Pradier
A lawyer specializing in intellectual property, arts and entertainment law, and business law for nearly 20 years, Charles acts as a strategic ally and trusted advisor to creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses.
With his extensive experience at Groupe Archambault, Zone3, Équipe Spectra, Lemieux Avocat, and Pradier Avocat (representing audiovisual production companies, artists, labels, international co-productions, studios, IT companies, immersive exhibitions, etc.), he covers all the legal and commercial aspects of a project: copyright, trademarks, chain of titles, key contracts, financing, licensing, co-productions, corporate law, business structuring, and errors and omissions (E&O) insurance.
For several years, he has served on various boards of directors of national and international cultural organizations in both Quebec City and Montreal, including ALAI Canada – International Literary & Artistic Association, the Capital Region Film and Television Industry Roundtable, the FIFEM – Montreal International Children's Film Festival, and Spira.
He is also an accredited mediator, promoting dialogue with a constructive and sustainable approach to business relationships.
Learn more: LinkedIn
They say...
They are an asset to my company. They listen to my concerns, and their advice helps me take a clearer direction for my business. I highly recommend them!
We are very satisfied with SIXØCINQ's services. They quickly understood our needs and answered all our questions. They demonstrated great efficiency in completing the project. We recommend their services and would not hesitate to use them again if needed.
I hired SIXØCINQ to manage two major projects for clients who are high-profile Montreal brands. I was impressed and satisfied with their professionalism and dedication. They are committed to doing excellent work, and it shows. It's a real pleasure to work with them!
The service provided by SIXØCINQ was not only clear but also personalized. We felt supported from start to finish, which greatly contributed to our current success. I wholeheartedly recommend SIXØCINQ to any company seeking reliable and high-quality legal advice.
Efficient, relevant, excellent, 5-star service! It was such a pleasure working with Bruno. The most gentlemanly of lawyers!
I received exceptional service from SIXØCINQ. As an entrepreneur, I was supported at multiple levels in the development of my business. I was assisted with complex issues and in numerous situations requiring negotiation, problem-solving, and a comprehensive business perspective. Beyond the legal and strategic aspects, SIXØCINQ provides invaluable human support in making important decisions. I received 360-degree support—legal, strategic, and personal—which repeatedly brought me true peace of mind.
They provided invaluable assistance in establishing a contractual agreement between the Board of Directors and the Executive Director of our non-profit organization. Their support enabled us to define clear parameters to protect both the organization and the Executive Director from any unforeseen circumstances. Thanks to their contribution, our organization is strengthened, and the Executive Director now has the necessary legitimacy to fulfill their mandate.
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In the Media
In episode 2 of MAIN's IP podcast, Philippe Richard Bertrand meets with Christophe Masse (Delegatus) and Bruno Ménard from SIXØCINQ to demystify intellectual property in the cultural and creative industries: a hot topic!
Ideas move fast in this field, but protecting your ideas and concepts shouldn't be underestimated: company structure, rights, the challenges of AI, and the different licenses.
In 30 minutes, discover how to be well-protected at every stage of your project!
Listen to the FULL podcast on the MAIN portal (Academy section) -> https://lnkd.in/ekbpN8AA
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