Pearson, Global. Florida E. Starks has joined Pearson as SVP, Chief Diversity Officer. She will lead a cross-functional, company wide effort to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at Pearson and will serve as an advocate for these issues within the education and learning community. Florida will report to chief human resources officer Anna Vikström Persson, and brings more than fifteen years of DEI leadership experience, most recently at ConAgra Brands and Best Buy. She is a published thought-leader in the DEI community with a track record of successfully scaling up internal and external programs that promote inclusivity. She holds a degree in Human Resources Management from Lindenwood University, a master’s degree in Adult Education Management from Strayer University, a doctorate degree in Higher Ed Leadership from Capella University, and is a certified diversity and inclusion professional.