James Perley

Retired - EVP, Chief Operating Officer at The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. (Home Fragrance Division, Newell Brands)

James Perley is a retired executive who served as the Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Yankee Candle Company, Inc., which is part of the Home Fragrance Division of Newell Brands.1 He held this position from 2014 to 2019, culminating a long and varied career with the company.1

Career at Yankee Candle

Perley's tenure at Yankee Candle spanned over two decades, during which he held several high-level positions:

EVP, Chief Operating Officer (2014-2019): In this role, he was responsible for the company's operations and enabling functions, including supply chain operations, information technology, human resources, real estate/retail development, legal, regulatory, and safety.1
EVP, Chief Administrative Officer (2012-2014): His responsibilities were similar to those of his COO role.1
EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Strategy (2011-2012): In addition to overseeing legal and regulatory functions, he worked with the CEO to lead the company's strategic planning process.1
President, International and SVP, General Counsel (2006-2010): He managed the company's legal and regulatory functions while also assuming full P&L and general management responsibility for Yankee Candle's United Kingdom subsidiary and overall international business.1
General Counsel (1999-2010): He served as the Chief Legal Officer responsible for all legal and regulatory matters.1

Professional Background

Before joining Yankee Candle, Perley's career included:

Vice President and General Counsel at Star Markets Company, Inc. (1997-1999)1
Junior Partner and Associate at WilmerHale (formerly Hale and Dorr, LLP) (1987-1997)1

Skills and Expertise

James Perley is described as an experienced and versatile executive with proven leadership skills and a track record of delivering successful results. His strengths include: