James Aylward

James Aylward is an experienced executive with a strong background in product management and leadership across multiple sectors. Currently serving as General Manager and Chief Product Officer at PerkSpot since May 2023, James leads product, engineering, marketing, UX design, and growth initiatives. Prior to this role, James was Chief Product Officer at Teachers Pay Teachers, where a successful acquisition by IXL Learning was orchestrated. James has held senior leadership positions at Pluralsight, Fidelity Investments, Gazelle, Vistaprint, NovelTea Pty Ltd, and Staples, demonstrating a consistent focus on product innovation and human-centered design. Academic accomplishments include an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management and participation in an MBA Exchange Program at The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.