UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the
month of October 2025
PEARSON plc
(Exact
name of registrant as specified in its charter)
N/A
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of registrant's name into English)
80 Strand
London, England WC2R 0RL
44-20-7010-2000
(Address
of principal executive office)
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Pearson Announces Costis Maglaras as Non-Executive
Director
LONDON - 27 October 2025 - Pearson (FTSE:
PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, today
announces the
appointment of Costis Maglaras as independent Non-Executive
Director, with effect from 1 November 2025. Costis has held
significant leadership positions within higher education and brings
significant expertise in business transformation in an era of
innovation and AI.
Costis is Dean of Columbia Business School, where he is also the
David and Lyn Silfen Professor of Business. As a trained
technologist he has a focus on enhancing curriculum and learning to
meet the demands of the rapidly changing global business landscape
and fostering a greater understanding of the role of technological
breakthroughs in solving business challenges. His fields of
expertise include the impact of transformative technologies such as
neural networks, machine vision, blockchain, AI, and robotics.
Costis has been with Columbia Business School since 1998, during
which time he also has consulted extensively at Goldman Sachs, Bank
of America and Mismi Inc, on topics such as algorithmic
trading.
Omid Kordestani, Pearson Chair, said: "I'm thrilled to welcome Costis to the
Pearson Board as we support educators and learners during this
transformational time. Costis' combination of expertise in
academia, AI, and tech driven enterprises makes him an exceptional
addition to our Board. His experience will prove invaluable as
Pearson continues to execute against its
strategy."
Costis Maglaras said: "I
strongly believe in the importance of enhancing learning and
skilling in preparation for the dynamic shifts that are already
occurring in the global business landscape, and Pearson shares this
same vision. I look forward to drawing on my expertise in the
application of innovative technologies to help Pearson in its
ongoing efforts to meet the current and future needs of learners
and enterprises."
Costis earned Ph.D. and Master's degrees in Electrical Engineering
from Stanford University, along with a Bachelor's degree in
Electrical Engineering from Imperial College London.
There is no further information to be declared in accordance with
UKLR 6.4.8.
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About Pearson
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realise the life
they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning
opportunity is a chance for personal breakthrough. That's why our
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.
Visit us at pearsonplc.com.
SIGNATURE
Pursuant
to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf
by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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Date: 27
October 2025
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By: /s/
NATALIE WHITE
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Natalie
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