LONDON, United Kingdom, February 2025 — Pearson, a global leader in education and lifelong learning, is excited to announce the promotion of Sharon Hague to President of its English Language Learning (ELL) division. Sharon will also serve as Pearson’s UK CEO, overseeing the company’s operations within the UK.
Sharon Hague, a Pearson veteran with 25 years at the company, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in educational leadership. Most recently, she excelled as Managing Director for Pearson School Qualifications and School Assessments, where she significantly expanded the reach and impact of Pearson’s educational offerings across the US, UK, and international markets. Her strategic direction has been instrumental in driving growth through international expansion, digital transformation, and operational efficiencies.
Omar Abbosh, CEO of Pearson, praised Sharon’s profound impact on the company: “Sharon has been instrumental in transforming our school qualifications, assessments, teaching and learning services. Her dedication to lifelong learning and her ability to integrate tech-powered solutions for growth make her the ideal leader to continue the success of our ELL business.”
Sharon expressed her enthusiasm for her new role, stating, “I am thrilled to take on this challenge and drive forward Pearson’s mission of transforming lives through education. I look forward to focusing on expanding our English Language Learning offerings and ensuring our learners and educators remain at the heart of all we do.”
Pearson is the world’s lifelong learning company, dedicated to helping people achieve their aspirations through education. Employing approximately 18,000 individuals worldwide, Pearson provides digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data services in nearly 200 countries.At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c. 18,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world’s lifelong learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are.
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