James Krivda is a Senior Perfumer and Vice President at Mane, a world-renowned fragrance and flavor company.

Born and raised near Philadelphia, he began his career in the perfume industry nearly 27 years ago, studying perfumery under French master perfumer Elie Roger at Firmenich.

After completing his education, he started working at Fragrance Resources before joining Mane in 2008.

Throughout his career, Jim Krivda has worked on a diverse range of products ranging from air fresheners to personal care to luxury perfumes.

At Mane's New York Creative Studio, he now focuses primarily on luxury perfumes. He is known for his ability to create innovative, high-quality fragrances that appeal to consumers.

Krivda has an impressive list of clients, including some of the world's most recognizable brands.

He has created fragrances for Alfred Sung, Bijan, Britney Spears, Brooks Brothers, Celine Dion, Cindy Adams, Elizabeth Arden, Frederick's of Hollywood, Jennifer Lopez, Laura Mercier, Paris Hilton, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger.

Among the fragrances Krivda has composed are some of the most popular Britney Spears Fantasy, Paris Hilton Paris Hilton, Elizabeth Arden Splendor and Jennifer Lopez Deseo.

His work has received numerous awards and recognitions in the perfume industry.

In addition to his work as a perfumer, Krivda has been an active member of the American Society of Perfumers (ASP) for many years.

He served as president of the organization in 2001 and continues to be involved in the activities and events of the ASP.