London, United Kingdom, April 2025 – Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, has announced that Dave Treat, the company’s Chief Technology Officer, will take on leadership of Pearson’s digital and technology operations in addition to his current architectural and innovation responsibilities. This expanded role is effective April 7, 2025, as Marykay Wells, the current Chief Information Officer, departs the company on April 4.
Dave Treat joined Pearson nine months ago and has already made a transformative impact by establishing the company’s AI Center of Enablement and overseeing the Research & Development and Ventures teams. With nearly three decades of experience in technology innovation, generative AI, spatial computing, Web 3, and quantum computing, Dave previously held senior roles at Deloitte, UBS Investment Bank, and Accenture. He holds more than 100 patents across distributed ledger technology, digital identity, and confidential computing.
“Dave has had a significant influence on Pearson in the nine short months since he joined the company,” said Omar Abbosh, CEO, Pearson. “Through his leadership in developing our innovation architecture and establishing our AI Center, he has been a key player in our ability to attract and harness the incredible talent and capabilities of Pearson.”
“Being part of Pearson at this thrilling juncture for the company is a source of pride for me,” said Dave Treat, Chief Technology Officer, Pearson. “I am eager to take that work forward and explore new ways to leverage innovative technology to help people realize the life they imagine through learning.”
Omar Abbosh also paid tribute to Marykay Wells for her contributions: “Her strategic and disciplined leadership drove a massive and complex print-to-digital transformation… building state-of-the-art global platforms and solutions to drive efficiency, simplicity, and productivity.”
In his expanded capacity, Dave Treat will drive the scaling of Pearson’s AI capabilities, enhance the innovation pipeline, and foster cross-functional collaboration across the business. He continues to serve on prominent industry boards such as the Linux Hyperledger Foundation, Digital Dollar Project, and Global Business Blockchain Council.
Dave holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Michigan and a Psychology degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He remains based in Connecticut, USA.
About Pearson
Pearson is the world’s lifelong learning company, with a mission to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. Operating in nearly 200 countries and supported by approximately 18,000 employees, Pearson delivers digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data to create real-world learning impact. Headquartered in London, the company is committed to building vibrant learning experiences across the global education landscape.
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