Julie Newman

CEO and Founder

With over 20 years at the forefront of the licensing industry, Julie Newman is a visionary leader known for transforming art, cultural, and celebrity brands into thriving global licensing programs. As the CEO and Founder of Jewel Branding & Licensing, Julie combines deep industry expertise with a passion for innovation and authentic brand storytelling.

Before launching Jewel, Julie honed her skills at Creative Brands Group, spearheading licensing initiatives for iconic names like Thomas Kinkade, Rachael Hale, LIFE Magazine, and Heidi Klum. Her diverse portfolio spans health & beauty, stationery, apparel, gifts, and home décor, with successful programs launched worldwide.

Julie is also a recognized thought leader, regularly sharing her insights on art branding and licensing at prestigious LIMA events. Beyond her leadership at Jewel, she co-owns the Rachael Hale Brand and serves as CEO of Artonomo, a cutting-edge portfolio management platform empowering creators globally to showcase their work.

A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs, Julie has intentionally built Jewel’s team and client base to champion women-owned businesses. She’s deeply committed to fostering growth and opportunity in the entrepreneurial community as an active member and past board leader of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, where she mentors emerging business owners.

Julie’s unique blend of industry savvy, creative vision, and dedication to empowerment makes her a driving force in the world of brand licensing.