Draft:Mike Perry (business executive)

Mike Perry (born 1966) is an American businessman and the current President and CEO of Hallmark Cards. He has been with Hallmark since 1989 and has held various leadership positions within the company, including as president and CEO of Crayola and president of Hallmark Greetings.

Education
Mike Perry was born in 1966. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City in 1989.

Early years at Hallmark
Mike Perry joined Hallmark in 1989 and served in multiple leadership roles. He has been instrumental in various business units and new business development initiatives within the company.

Crayola
In 2009, Perry was appointed President and CEO of Crayola, a subsidiary of Hallmark that manufactures and sells Crayola brand products worldwide. During his tenure, he focused on expanding the product line and enhancing the company's market presence.

Hallmark Greetings
In June 2019, Perry was named president and CEO of Hallmark Cards, Inc. He succeeded Don Hall and Dave Hall, who transitioned to executive chairman and executive vice chairman roles, respectively​.

Recognition
In 2022, Perry was honored with the Alumni Achievement Award from the University of Missouri - Kansas City's Henry W. Bloch School of Management.

Personal life
Mike Perry resides in Kansas City, Missouri, he is married and has children.