Shawn B. Pearson

Shawn, is a seasoned executive with a distinguished career leading organizations across four industries. Most recently, he served as President & CEO of Kognitiv Corporation, a global B2B technology and services company in the consumer loyalty market. Operating in over 20 countries, Kognitiv delivers an advanced technology platform designed for loyalty management, partner collaboration, and data activation, helping businesses redefine consumer engagement.

Prior to Kognitiv, Shawn was President, Chief Executive Officer, and Corporate Director of Bluegreen Vacations, a publicly traded leader in vacation ownership. Under his leadership, Bluegreen successfully launched its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange (2017), achieved record EBITDA, executed multiple acquisitions, and built high-value partnerships—all while fostering a high-performance organizational culture.

Before Bluegreen, Shawn was Chairman and CEO of Renin Holding, where he led a major turnaround and growth strategy, positioning the company as a top interior door and hardware manufacturer in North America. His leadership drove record performance, expanding Renin’s global reach among wholesalers, builders, fabricators, and major retailers.

Earlier in his career, Shawn was President and CEO of Danby Group and Chairman of Danby Asia, overseeing the growth of one of North America’s leading appliance manufacturers and distributors. He expanded sales partnerships with Home Depot, Costco, and Walmart, spearheaded international growth in Asia, and executed strategic acquisitions that enhanced distribution channels and product innovation.

A former professional athlete, Shawn played baseball within the Toronto Blue Jays organization before transitioning into corporate leadership. He attended Old Dominion University and holds an MBA from the Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario.

Currently, Shawn serves as an Investment Committee Member for the Sovereign Wealth Fund (SEMREF) of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, which manages real estate investments as part of a broader diversification strategy. Additionally, he is Lead Director on the Board of The Producer Mezcal, a celebrity-backed agave spirits brand operating in the U.S. and Mexico. Shawn is married to Alicia Pearson, and together they have three sons—James, Jason, and Ruben—along with their beloved French Bulldog, Gus.