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Josh Peirez

Chief Executive Officer · Sterling

Joshua Peirez became President & CEO of J.D. Power in May 2025. He previously served as CEO of Sterling (Sterling Check Corp.), a background and identity verification provider, from 2018 — leading it through its 2021 IPO and 2024 merger with First Advantage — and continues to serve on Sterling's board.

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