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In a significant shake-up at J.D. Power, Joshua Peirez has been appointed as the new President and CEO, effective from May 16, 2025. Peirez, a seasoned executive in data-driven technology companies, brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously led Sterling Check Corp., a global provider of technology-enabled background and identity verification services.
Peirez's tenure at Sterling Check Corp. was marked by significant growth, culminating in its initial public offering in 2021 and its combination with First Advantage Corporation in 2024. His leadership at Sterling Check Corp., characterised by a focus on technology, data, and analytics, positions him well to lead J.D. Power, a company known for its consumer insights, data analytics, and technology-driven advisory services.
Prior to his time at Sterling Check Corp., Peirez served as president and chief operating officer at Dun & Bradstreet. He also spent a decade at MasterCard, where he served most recently as chief innovation officer for MasterCard Worldwide.
Dave Habiger, the previous president and CEO of J.D. Power since 2018, has been appointed vice chairman. Under Habiger's leadership, J.D. Power has tripled in size over the past seven years, and it has substantially expanded its proprietary automotive datasets during this period. Habiger is proud of the trajectory J.D. Power is on and is excited for Peirez to lead the company in its next phase of growth.
J.D. Power continues to focus on working with clients to address their most important challenges. The company, with its world-renowned brand and powerful datasets, analytics capabilities, and software solutions used in the automotive industry, is well-positioned to continue its strong, consecutive growth for the past five years.
Peirez recognises the potential of J.D. Power and is eager to build on the company's success. He will be assisted through the transition by Dave Habiger, ensuring a smooth handover and a promising future for J.D. Power. With its vast network of thousands of employees across the globe, J.D. Power is poised to lead as a global data, analytics, and software leader in the years to come.
Joshua Peirez, with his background in technology-driven businesses such as Sterling Check Corp., MasterCard, and Dun & Bradstreet, will leverage his finance and industry expertise to drive J.D. Power's growth in the field of business analytics and technology. As a latest addition to J.D. Power's leadership, Peirez's focus on technology and data analytics aligns with the company's commitment to providing informed solutions for clients in various industries.
