OUR TEAM

President and Founder,

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

thomas@tlltdentertainment.com

Los Angeles, CA and Fort Lauderdale, FL

 As the Founder, President and CEO of TL LTD. ENTERTAINMENT, Tom oversees everything from corporate decisions to strategy, organization, and culture. Tom supports and guides talented Canadian producers and directors for their funding and financing needs, distribution deals to the US and in the creation and production of original content (TV shows, variety, sports and game shows, podcasts and more) to ensure the success of Canadian projects on both sides of the border.

In 2019, Tom founded TL LTD. ENTERTAINMENT. Shortly thereafter COVID hit, the entertainment industry was at a standstill and all productions were halted. Tom quickly had to refocus the mission of his company and saw an opening in the market: what if he could give a second life to already existing Canadian content by showcasing  it in the United States, allowing Canadian productions to live yet another day? And that's exactly what TL LTD. did. Together, we navigate the intricacies of funding, financing, and distribution, all while championing original content across various genres, from TV shows to podcasts and beyond.

Before TL LTD. ENTERTAINMENT, Tom's journey in the entertainment industry took him from Toronto to Los Angeles, working at Canada Media Fund, Toronto International Film Festival, and CBC/Radio-Canada. With about three decades of experience as a TV producer, director, and executive, Tom brings passion to everything he does.

Co-Founder,

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

d.lavoie@tlltdentertainment.com

Fort Lauderdale, FL

 Denise is currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Co-Founder of TL LTD. ENTERTAINMENT. With thirty-plus years' of experience working in TV production and distribution, Denise is deeply passionate about storytelling and a big admirer of 'La Culture Québécoise' and 'La Langue Française'. From scripted dramas to captivating variety shows, she is committed to delivering high quality programming that captures the hearts and minds of audiences in Quebec,

Canada, and beyond. 

Previously, Founder and Director of Lavoie Productions, a television production company dedicated to bringing new ideas to the small screen while showcasing the culturally vibrant landscape of Quebec television worldwide.

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En tant que Directrice des Opérations (COO) et Co-fondatrice de TL LTD. ENTERTAINMENT, Denise est passionnée par l'art de raconter des histoires et une grande admiratrice de la culture québécoise et de la lanque francaise. De la production de drames scénarisés à la création d'émissions de variétés captivantes, Denise s'engage à offrir une programmation de qualité qui touche le cœur et l'esprit des téléspectateurs québécois, canadiens et dans le monde. 

Anciennement, fondatrice et directrice de Lavoie Productions, une société de production télévisuelle dédiée à l'innovation sur le petit écran tout en mettant en valeur l'univers culturel dynamique de la télévision québécoise à l'échelle mondiale.

Head of Finance, 

Production Financing and Funding

m.sylvestre@tlltdentertainment.com

Montréal, QC, Canada

 Marc is a finance professional with over 15 years of experience specializing in production financing for the entertainment industry. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Marc bring strategic insight, knowledge and experience to assist television producers and directors in elaborating funding plans for their projects. 

His services encompass a range of financing solutions including banking and financial institutions financing, government funding, public-private partnerships, private investments, venture capital arrangements, assisting with tax credits optimization, working capital management, business transfers facilitation, equipment and shooting locations deals, etc.  Marc has a proven track record of delivering tailored solutions that maximize profitability and ensure the successful realization of clients' projects.

Prior to joining TL LTD., Marc has worked in various roles across the financial sector, including serving as Director of Business Solutions in the Creative Industries Group at the National Bank of Canada and Financial Analyst at Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Université de Montréal (HEC Montréal) in finance as well as his certification with the CFA Institute. He is currently enrolled at HEC Montréal and should obtain his MBA in spring 2024.

 Head of Business and Legal Affairs,  

Acquisition & Distribution

r.friedman@tlltdentertainment.com

New York, NY,  Los Angeles, CA,  and Toronto, ON, Canada

Robert  is a legal professional with extensive experience in corporate law, entertainment law, intellectual property, and business strategy. With a strong foundation in law and business management, Rob has demonstrated expertise in overseeing legal and business affairs operations, providing strategic counsel to clients, and driving growth initiatives. 

Before founding his own law firm, his career spanned across renowned organizations such as Peacock, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, and Deloitte, where he has consistently delivered exceptional results and contributed to the success of various high-profile projects and transactions.

Robert's has been admitted to the State Bar of New York and  his educational background includes a Juris Doctor( J.D.)  and Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and an MBA from the Schulich School of Business at York University, specializing in Arts, Media, and Entertainment Management.

 His combination of legal expertise and business acumen positions him as a skilled professional capable of managing legal challenges and driving successful business strategies.

Associate Counsel, 

Business and Legal Affairs

l.clune@tlltdentertainment.com

Los Angeles, CA, and Montréal, QC, Canada

Laurence is an attorney with a background in business and legal affairs within the entertainment industry in both Canada and the United States. Her expertise spans multiple legal areas, including television, music, media, technology, and sports law.

In her current role as Counsel for Business and Legal Affairs, she navigates development, acquisition, distribution, and licensing agreements for Canadian television shows with Canadian and American networks and streaming services. She assists the finance team in securing production financing and funding, acting as the point of contact between producers, directors, financial institutions, investors, and government agencies. Laurence also manages day-to-day legal operations, drafts and negotiates a range of legal agreements, and ensures the legal compliance of projects in both Canada and the US.

She is admitted to the State Bar of California and holds an LL.M. from UCLA School of Law, with a specialization in Entertainment, Media, Technology, and Sports Law and Policy. Additionally, she holds law degrees from Université de Montréal and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Business Studies from Concordia University.

Development Producer, 

Productions & Original Content c.cote@tlltdentertainment.com

Toronto, ON, Vancouver, BC, and Montréal, QC, Canada

Chris is an experienced television development producer with over 10 years of expertise in English and French television production and content development. As a Development Producer at TL LTD. , Chris excels in assisting producers in creating and executing innovative television concepts and content strategies. Chris is passionate about bringing original ideas to life and ensuring they become compelling television shows that resonate with audiences.

Chris's career spans multiple high-profile roles, including Television Programming Manager at CBC, where they managed series and scripted content and Development Television Producer at Lark Productions where Chris's showcased his skills in creating diverse and engaging television shows across genres such as comedy and drama. With a background in cinematography and film/video production from Concordia University, Chris is well-versed in various aspects of television production, including lighting, sound engineering, and technical roles.