Boston, MA – August 09, 2024 — Bare Tree Media, a digital publisher of licensed IPs worldwide, has announced a global digital licensing and distribution partnership with Paul Frank. The collaboration expands the Paul Frank brand beyond its existing physical apparel and accessories lines, venturing the brand into popular digital platforms managed by Bare Tree Media.

“Together with Bare Tree Media, we are excited for Paul Frank fans from around the world to have meaningful engagements with Julius and his friends. We are delighted to continue our long-time partnership with Bob and his team.” — Michael Puglisi, Brand Director of Global Licensing at Futurity Brands

Under this partnership, Bare Tree Media has leveraged its expertise in digital content creation and distribution to launch collections of digital content on Quidd, Apple app store, and Samsung Galaxy app store. From mobile themes, to messaging stickers, to non-NFT digital collectibles, there is a little something for every fan of Paul Frank.

“Our creative and licensing teams are excited about partnering with Futurity Brands—Paul Frank fits perfectly with the Gen-Z and Millennial audiences we serve through our global digital products and platform partnership. I personally know Paul Frank, and I’m honored to continue the 28-year legacy of such an iconic pop culture phenomena.” — Robert Ferrari, President of Bare Tree Media

Bare Tree Media recently designed and published Olympics-themed Paul Frank messaging stickers to Apple and Samsung. Each one captured the funky, fresh, and very French essence of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Content like this and more will be released throughout the upcoming year.


About Bare Tree Media

As a pioneer in the digital creative and technology sector, Bare Tree Media enables brands to reach, engage, and entertain consumers through the creation and digital publishing of branded emojis, messaging stickers, GIFs, digital collectibles, metaverse virtual goods, and augmented reality experiences within popular messaging platforms. Interested brands can learn more at www.baretreemedia.com or contact Bare Tree Media at info@baretreemedia.com.

About Paul Frank

Paul Frank was created in 1995 in Huntington Beach, CA by artist, cartoonist, & fashion designer Paul Frank. Known for its brightly-colored apparel and accessories, Paul Frank and its most recognized character, Julius the Monkey, bring joy to fans all over the world. Hong Kong-based licensing company Futurity Brands now manages the beloved brand.