Nicole Antoine is a dynamic force in experiential marketing and brand strategy, with over a decade of experience working with more than 40 top-tier companies. As a co-founder and CEO of BLAXPO and Four Brown Girls, Nicole has created platforms that amplify underrepresented voices and foster authentic human connections. Recognized in Forbes, The Social, Globe & Mail, CBC, and named Bay Street Bull’s Woman of the Year, she’s a trailblazer in the industry, balancing corporate success with community impact.
Her journey spans from managing Black-centric community centers to leading marketing for a national sneaker company. Nicole’s expertise in customer service, strategy, and management shines through in every role she’s taken on. Now, as the Managing Partner of N/A & Co, she continues to elevate brands by crafting meaningful, innovative experiences that not only engage but also drive change.
Currently pursuing her EMBA at McGill HEC, Nicole's passion for marketing, human connection, and storytelling is stronger than ever, and she’s committed to ensuring her clients stand out while making an impact.
Nicole Antoine
Stephane Moraille is a renowned entertainment lawyer, international recording artist, and co-founder of MassiveLab, specializing in AI-powered business solutions. She holds a Master’s in Intellectual Property Law from Osgoode Hall Law School and has worked in music, film, TV, museums, and technology since 2006.
As co-founder of MassiveLab, Stephane leverages AI-driven strategies to optimize businesses in the creative and cultural sectors. Previously, she was Director of Legal & Business Affairs at PHI, worked with VICE, and handled film & TV clearances at Lussier & Khouzam.
A dedicated mentor, she has led initiatives with Quebec’s Minister of Culture, Phoenix Music Executive Development Program, l’INIS, Coalition MEDIA, QEPC, DOC Institute, and CISF.
A pivotal member of Bran Van 3000, her work earned Polaris Prize nominations (2015, 2022), a MuchMusic Video Award, Juno Award, Canadian Radio Award, Félix Award, and Gold record status. Her iconic song "Drinkin’ in LA" was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Stephane serves on the Canada Council for the Arts (2022-2026) and the CCUNESCO board (2023-present), alongside leadership roles with SAC, UMAC, MuchFACT, Main Film, and ADVANCE Music Canada.
James Oscar is a writer, art critic, and exhibition curator whose work lies at the intersection of experimental critique and anthropological inquiry. As a researcher at the Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, his work has focused on cultural policy. His academic journey has been deeply influenced by his mentorship under Martinican philosopher Édouard Glissant and his collaboration with Ato Sekyi-Otu on the works of Frantz Fanon. <span>With 25 years of experience in contemporary art, Oscar has worked at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and served as Curator-in-Residence at Fonderie Darling (2022-2023). He currently leads the Musée des Arts Libres des Amériques et du Monde (MALAM), home to a significant collection of Caribbean art. His recent exhibitions include "Illuminations" (2024), "Le Langage Secret de l'Univers" (2023), and "Music for the World of Tomorrow".<br></span>
As a civic researcher, he has engaged in dialogues with figures such as Cornel West and has contributed to major institutions, including Radio-Canada, the Canadian Museums Association, and the Canadian Centre for Architecture. As the founder of Montréal en Action, he spearheaded North America's first public consultation on systemic racism.
His research explores artistic practices through the lens of critical anthropology across the Americas. His publication, "Imperial Amphitheatres", was launched at the Venice Biennale.
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