Hello, I'm Sharla Fults, a small business owner with 32 years of experience in the art licensing industry. I partner with art directors, manufacturers, and retailers across the US to create beautiful designs that drive high-volume product sales. I'm highly organized and detail-oriented, with a track record of delivering shelf-appealing artwork and successful licensing partnerships.

Sharla Fults

Hello, I'm Sharla Fults, a small business owner with 32 years of experience in the art licensing industry. I partner with art directors, manufacturers, and retailers across the US to create beautiful designs that drive high-volume product sales. I'm highly organized and detail-oriented, with a track record of delivering shelf-appealing artwork and successful licensing partnerships.

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Hello, I’m Sharla Fults, a small business owner with 32 years of experience in the art licensing industry. I partner with art directors, manufacturers, and retailers across the US to create beautiful designs that drive high-volume product sales.

I’m highly organized and detail-oriented, with a track record of delivering shelf-appealing artwork and successful licensing partnerships.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

President at Sharla Fults Designs LLC
January 1, 2004 - Present
Owner of an art licensing business creating colorful designs with high-impact shelf appeal; partners with manufacturers and retailers across the US to generate consistent product sales and licensing opportunities.
Licensed Art Team Leader at Mead
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Creative team lead for licensed product designs; attended marketing and design meetings; collaborated with Disney Account Executives to maximize licensed products in the market; led development of original designs for Walt Disney licensed products and supported expansion for Party City, Target, and Walmart.
Assistant Design Manager at Mead
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Supported design operations for licensed products, assisting in managing workflows and contributing to market-ready artwork.
President at Sharla Fults Designs LLC
January 1, 2000 - Present
Art licensing business owner; create colorful designs with high-impact shelf appeal; partner with manufacturers and retailers across the US, generating consistent product sales. Exhibit at Surtex show in New York City.

Education

Graphic Design at Western Michigan University
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990
Continuing Education - Adobe Software and Desktop Publishing at Western Michigan University
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
NBA Graphic Design at Western Michigan University
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1990
Continuing Education - Adobe Software and Desktop Publishing at Kalamazoo Valley Community College
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Licensed Art Team Leader
January 1, 1996 - May 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other