Business and Entertainment Law for
Small Businesses and Creatives
Executive-level legal guidance for small businesses, founders, and creatives - from contracts and licensing to ongoing outside general counsel support.
Ron Masciantonio is a former Executive Vice President & General Counsel of Five Below, Inc.,
with nearly 25 years of experience advising businesses and creatives.
Trusted advisor on business, entertainment, and licensing matters.
Licensed in Pennsylvania
Serving Clients Nationwide
How I Can Help
Ongoing legal support for small businesses, founders, and creative enterprises that need experienced counsel without the overhead of a full-time legal department. I serve as a strategic partner, advising on day-to-day legal issues, contracts, risk management, and business decisions as they arise.
Common engagements include:
Ongoing legal advisory and issue-spotting
Contract review and negotiation
Business and operational guidance
Executive-level decision support
Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements that support growth while managing legal and business risk. My approach is practical and deal-focused, informed by years of in-house experience working directly with executive teams.
Common engagements include:
Vendor and customer agreements
Services and consulting agreements
Strategic partnerships
General commercial contracts
Advising artists, creators, and brands on entertainment and licensing transactions, with a focus on clear deal structure and long-term commercial value. I have negotiated recording, talent, and licensing agreements across a wide range of industries.
Common engagements include:
Recording and talent agreements
Brand and celebrity licensing
Sports and entertainment-related deals
Creative commercialization transactions

