Licensing Executives Society International (LESI)
François Painchaud CLP is a Partner at Robic, LLP, a renowned firm specializing in Intellectual Property and Business Law. François has been with the company since 1986 and serves as Co-managing Partner and Lawyer. François'swork focuses on providing legal services related to the protection, enforcement, and commercialization of intellectual property rights and other intangible assets.
In addition to their role at Robic, François has held various positions in organizations such as Searchlight Pharma Inc., CQDM, CATALIS, the Cancer Research Society, Licensing Executives Society International (LESI), Canadian Louis Pasteur Foundation, NEOMED Institute, and Certified Licensing Professionals, Inc. These roles include serving on the board of directors, as a corporate secretary, and in leadership positions.
Throughout their career, François has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing research and innovation in the field of intellectual property and therapeutic medicine. François has been actively involved in supporting research projects, funding initiatives, and promoting collaboration between academic institutions and private sector groups.
Overall, François Painchaud CLP brings extensive experience and expertise in intellectual property and business law, as well as a dedication to the advancement of science and innovation.
François Painchaud CLP, Partner at Robic, LLP, completed their education with a focus on law. François obtained their LLB degree from the Université de Montréal, where they studied from 1982 to 1985. Following this, they attended the École du Barreau from 1985 to 1986 for post-graduate studies in law. Additionally, François has earned a Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) certification from the Certified Licensing Professionals, Inc., although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are unknown.
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Licensing Executives Society International (LESI)
The Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) is an association of 32 national and regional Member Societies comprised of men and women who have an interest in the transfer of technology, or licensing of intellectual property rights - from technical know how and patented inventions to software, copyright and trademarks. It is strictlynon-political and is free to grow by the creation of member societies throughout the world irrespective of politics or the state of technology development. LES International has a constitution and by-laws.First and foremost, LESI consists of the members of its national and regional Member Societies. The Member Societies, in turn, are the “shareholders” of LESI. LESI is governed by a Board of Directors who exercise its executive functions. The Board of Directors is elected by the International Board of Delegates who are themselves appointed by the Member Societies. Finally, LESI has various Management Committees as well as Industry, Professional and regional Committees.