Author Archives: Carrie Bloxson

Carrie Bloxson is the Chief People Officer at Hachette Book Group (HBG), where she oversees talent development, recruitment, retention, training, office culture, business processes, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives. She also leads Changing the Story, a core business pillar at both HBG and Hachette UK, reinforcing the company’s mission to facilitate access to ideas and learning, particularly those who have been traditionally underserved. As a member of each company’s Executive Management Board, Bloxson is a dedicated advocate for workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion, earning industry recognition for her contributions.
In April 2024, Bloxson was appointed Senior Vice President of Culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, supporting Hachette’s U.S. and U.K. offices. Previously, she served as HBG’s inaugural Chief Diversity Officer, where she spearheaded culture and DEIB strategies that significantly increased diverse representation at all career levels. She also established HBG’s diversity advisory boards, implemented leadership workshops and career development programs, and introduced innovative workplace and publishing initiatives.
With a background in marketing, Bloxson possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior, publishing, and brand strategy, earning widespread recognition from industry peers. She was named one of COLOR Magazine’s top 2024 DEI Officers for her role in advancing HBG’s efforts.
Prior to joining Hachette, Bloxson served as Interim CEO and Chief Marketing Officer at DoSomething.org, where she led marketing, social impact, and DEIB initiatives. She previously spent six years as Vice President of Marketing at HarperCollins. Additionally, she co-founded CMOs for Good, a network of marketing leaders dedicated to social impact. With over two decades of experience, she has played a pivotal role in shaping brand and marketing strategies for globally recognized companies.

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