Pearson PLC Directorate Change (9629Y)
May 10 2023 - 4:49AM
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Pearson PLC
10 May 2023
Pearson Announces Alison Dolan and Alex Hardiman as
Non-Executive Directors
LONDON - 10 May 2023 - Pearson plc, the world's leading learning
company, today announces the appointments of Alison Dolan and Alex
Hardiman as independent Non-Executive Directors, with effect from 1
June 2023. Both bring significant leadership experience in high
profile and respected digital brands, helping to further the strong
momentum of Pearson's own digital, lifelong learning strategy.
Alison is the Chief Financial Officer at Rightmove plc, a
position she has held since September 2020. She brings to the Board
extensive commercial and operational finance experience,
specifically in digital businesses. Prior to Rightmove, she held
several senior financial positions at Sky plc, including Group
Treasurer, Director of Finance and was the Deputy Managing Director
at Sky Business. She later moved to News UK to serve as the Chief
Strategy Officer at the forefront of the business's digital
transformation.
Alex currently serves as the New York Times' Chief Product
Officer where she oversees the company's News, Cooking, Games and
Audio products that power its digital business. Alex previously
spent a decade at The New York Times in several product leadership
roles before leaving for Facebook in 2016 where she served as Head
of News Products, overseeing news experiences for Facebook
consumers and publishers. Alex also spent time at The Atlantic as
their Chief Business and Product Officer where she relaunched the
company's consumer offerings and subscription model.
Omid Kordestani, Pearson Chair, said: "I'm thrilled to welcome
Alison and Alex to the Pearson Board at this exciting and
transformational time. They bring deep expertise in digital and
consumer products, which will help us execute on our strategic
ambitions and expand our growth potential. In addition, Alison and
Alex complement the existing depth of experience on our Board and
their knowledge will serve us well as Pearson continues its
consumer and digital journey."
Alison Dolan said: "Pearson plays an important role in improving
society through lifelong learning. I'm impressed with both its
impact on the world and the growing momentum behind the company. I
believe my experience in finance and digital business is a good fit
for Pearson and that I can contribute to the progress that is
already underway."
Alex Hardiman said: "I am excited to combine my own digital
experience with Pearson's purpose to add life to a lifetime of
learning. Drawing on my expertise in media, technology, product
development and subscription growth, I look forward to helping
Pearson deepen its relationship with consumers and further
capitalise on the tremendous opportunity in digital learning."
There is no further information to be declared in accordance
with LR 9.6.13.
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About Pearson
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of
learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance
for a personal breakthrough. That's why our c.20,000 Pearson
employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning
experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world's
leading learning company, serving customers in c.200 countries with
digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us,
learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are.
For more information visit us at pearsonplc.com and connect with
Pearson on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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