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Alene Candles Expands Ohio Operations

Happi Magazine • Jul 07, 2022

New Hampshire-based company adds manufacturing to existing facility.

President and CEO Rod Harl, COO Jeff Armstrong and Chief Business Development Officer Ted Goldberg tour the new space in Ohio.

Alene Candles, a full-service contract and private-label fragrance manufacturer, is expanding its Ohio operations. The company is adding more than 50,000-square-feet to its existing suites, creating a contiguous 230,000+-square-foot manufacturing facility. This will allow Alene Candles to keep pace with demand for its high-quality candles and other high-end custom fragrance products, said the company.

Alene Candles opened its first New Albany facility in 2012 and expanded operations in October 2020 with the opening of a second manufacturing facility, both located within the New Albany Business Park’s Personal Care and Beauty Innovation Campus. The company is headquartered in Milford, NH. The expansion is expected to be complete later this month.

“Demand for candles rose to unprecedented levels during the pandemic, with individuals spending more time in their homes,” said Rod Harl, president and CEO, Alene Candles. “This expansion is a strategic investment that will allow us to optimize efficiency of our manufacturing processes, while also solidifying our presence in New Albany.”

Alene Candles currently has approximately 700 employees and temporary team members. It said it is currently seeking to hire an additional 100 employees for its peak production season.

Alene Candles Names New Chief Financial Officer

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Alene Candles, the nation’s leading manufacturer of contract, private-label home fragrance products, welcomes Bill McDonald as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. McDonald comes to Alene with a strong background in corporate fiscal management, strategic planning, and business growth. Previously, he was CFO at Wellness Pet, LLC, where he helped lead the company through a period of significant expansion. “Bill brings tremendous experience and a proven track record in driving business growth and working with people. He is a wonderful addition to the Alene team,” said Alene Candles President & CEO Raj Chary. Bill is a graduate of Stonehill College and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.  “Alene is a great company where quality people make quality products,” said McDonald. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to be a part of its exciting future and am looking forward to working with the teams in New Hampshire and Ohio.”

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