Waterford.org Leadership Team

Leadership Team Overview

The Waterford.org Leadership Team is committed to creating early learning programs that integrate the science of learning, the power of mentoring, and the promise of technology, while fostering community and family partnerships. With a range of established backgrounds in teaching, early literacy, educational technology, and curriculum design, many team members contribute decades of experience in education. Their expertise brings an informed, innovative perspective to Waterford initiatives.

Meet the Team

Candra Morris

Vice President of
Professional Learning

Clark Beal

Clark Beal

Regional Vice President of School Relations

Dr. Haya Shamir

Vice President of Research & Chief Scientist

Jim Lund

Jim Lund

Executive Vice President of Program Success

Kathy Landon

Chief Operating Officer

Kernard Jones

Kernard Jones

Senior Vice President of Government Relations

Kim Fischer

Executive Vice President of Marketing & Communications

Dr. Kristi James

Chief Academic Officer & Executive Vice President of Curriculum

LaTasha Hadley

Dr. LaTasha Hadley

Vice President of Advocacy & Strategic Growth

Laura Owusu-Antwi

Laura Owusu-Antwi

Vice President of Product

Leah Dozier Walker

Leah Dozier Walker

Executive Vice President of Equity & Inclusion

Lori Pugh

Chief People Officer

Mary Luallen

Dr. Mary Luallen

Vice President of Philanthropy & Strategic Growth

Dr. Matt Hill, CEO of Waterford.org

Dr. Matt Hill

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Hight

Mike Hight

Chief Technology Officer

Mike Hudson

Mike Hudson

Vice President of Information Technology & Security

Scott Wood

Scott Wood

Vice President of Technology

Tia Smith

Tia Smith

Regional Vice President of Community Engagement

Tom Ness

Chief Financial Officer

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