Staffing

Donatos taps Jackson as chief people officer

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August 22, 2022

Donatos has hired Christina Jackson as its chief people officer, according to a press release.

"I am excited for Christina to join our family," Kevin King, president of Donatos, said in the release. "Our people are our most valuable resource, and her vast experience in various strategic leadership roles in the People Services field will guide us in our daily focus of being a preferred workplace where every associate is encouraged to be their authentic self."

Jackson will oversee the People Services department and will report directly to King. She will be charged with creating innovative strategies, developing a strong, inclusive, diverse people plan and enhancing the company culture.

Jackson most recently worked at Designer Brands (parent company of DSW, Vince Camuto and The Shoe Company) where she served as the company's first ever Leader of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

"I feel honored to have the opportunity to leverage my background and experiences to help lead and support Donatos on the road to becoming a billion-dollar company," Jackson said in the press release.

Donatos operates 422 locations in 26 states.