A business built on teamwork, collaboration, and connections
It all began with our founder, Julie Newman, wanting to create beautifully designed products that she would actually want to buy. What better way to solve that problem than to start your own licensing agency (with a newborn baby, no less). And thus, Jewel was born.
After a few years, Jewel had a burgeoning roster of distinctive artists and a need to grow the team. A chance encounter with Ilana Wilensky at a coffee shop led to a lasting partnership that has seen the agency experience double-digit growth year over year.
Today we are a leading global agency with an incredible team who are passionate about building brands, supporting artists, celebrating diversity, and bringing beautifully designed products to market.
Our Team
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Julie Newman CEO and Founder View Bio
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Ilana Wilensky President View Bio
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Greg Wyman Retail and Business Development Guru View Bio
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Beth Hooker VP of Licensing View Bio
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Samira Henley VP of Brand Licensing View Bio
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Carol White VP of Art Licensing View Bio
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Meredith Counts VP of Creative View Bio
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Leslie Gordon VP of Finance & Operations View Bio
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Katie Sklenar Director of Art Licensing View Bio
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Wendy Cochran Licensing Manager View Bio
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Kendra Hull Licensing Manager View Bio
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Lauren Barden Director of Business Development View Bio
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Jayme Eenigenburg Contract & Royalty Manager View Bio
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Kristin DeWitt Visual Marketing Manager View Bio
A global network
Our partner network spans five continents across the globe, ensuring that our clients find top-quality opportunities and optimal placement at retail.