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Pearson Announces Newly Expanded Role for Chief Technology Officer, Dave Treat, as Company Further Scales AI and Tech Capabilities
Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, announced today that Dave Treat, Pearson's Chief Technology Officer, will assume leadership of the company's digital and technology operation alongside his current architectural and innovation responsibilities, effective April 7. Dave will continue to report to CEO Omar Abbosh and retain his title of Chief Technology Officer. Marykay Wells, who has led the Digital and Technology team as Chief Information Officer, has decided to leave
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