Futurity Brands, which owns Paul Frank, has named Zhu Jianshi as its new CEO in China. 

Jianshi will start his new role at Futurity Brands China from today (July 8). 

“[Jianshi] is an accomplished leader and has consistently demonstrated throughout his career the ability to innovate and introduce high performance strategies in challenging environments yielding impressive growth and significant value creation,” said Stan Wan, chairman and Group CEO at Futurity Brands. 

According to Wan, Jianshi was appointed as he has “considerable experience” in the licensing, fashion and retail sector. He also has an “exemplary track record” of achievements as CEO and COO. 

Futurity Brands’ portfolio of brands includes Paul Frank and Australia’s Piping Hot.