Frank Deleo

Frank DeLeo is an accomplished marketing and business executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as President of Wholesale, Outlets, and Canada at The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. since June 2013, Frank manages significant segments of the premium candle and home fragrance market. Previous positions include Vice President of Product Merchandising and Development at Hallmark Cards, Chief Marketing Officer at Eddie Bauer, and Vice President of Aromatherapy at Bath & Body Works, where Frank oversaw brand development and merchandising for a $200 million category. Earlier career highlights include Vice President positions at Comedy Central and Cadbury Schweppes, as well as a Group Product Director role at Clairol. Frank began a career journey with General Foods as a Senior Product Manager. Educational credentials include an MBA in Marketing from The Wharton School and a BA in Psychology from the University of Connecticut.