Chris Hope
About Chris Hope
Chris Hope is a Senior Counsel at 9 Story Media Group in Toronto, Canada, with extensive experience in business and legal affairs across various sectors, including entertainment and broadcasting. He holds multiple degrees and certifications, and is actively involved in cultural initiatives and education.
Current Position at 9 Story Media Group
Chris Hope has been serving as Senior Counsel at 9 Story Media Group since 2018. In this role, he provides legal guidance and support for various projects within the organization. His expertise in business and legal affairs contributes to the company's operations in the media and entertainment industry. He is based in the Toronto, Canada Area.
Previous Experience in Legal Affairs
Prior to his current role, Chris Hope held several positions in the legal field. He worked as Legal Counsel at Rogers Communications from 2015 to 2018. Before that, he was the Director of Business and Legal Affairs at Cookie Jar Entertainment from 2008 to 2010. His experience also includes serving as Director of Business and Legal Affairs at Alliance Films Inc from 2010 to 2012, and as a Lawyer at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP from 2012 to 2014.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Chris Hope has an extensive educational background. He obtained a Juris Doctorate from York University - Osgoode Hall Law School from 2001 to 2004. He also holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Windsor, completed between 2006 and 2008. In addition, he studied Corporate Governance at McMaster University, earning a C.Dir designation in 2018. He has also completed programs in Directors Education at the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management.
Film Production and Community Engagement
Chris Hope is involved in film production and community initiatives. He self-produced a film titled 'Hatsumi,' which explores his grandmother's experiences during the World War II internment of Japanese Canadians. This film has been presented to over 10,000 educators and students. Additionally, he contributed to the documentary 'The Wrecking Crew,' released in 2015, which focuses on a group of musicians from the 1960s.
Board Memberships and Lectures
Chris Hope is an active board member at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre in Toronto. He is also the first Canadian appointed to the Board of Governors of the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles. In addition to his board roles, he often serves as a guest lecturer on topics related to entertainment and intellectual property law at various colleges and universities.