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Infant Care
Nurturing and caring environment for your little one's growth.
Toddler Care
Nurturing growth and discovery in a safe, loving environment.
Preschool
Nurturing creativity and growth in a safe, engaging environment.
Ga Pre-K Lottery
Unlock educational opportunities with our Ga Pre-K Lottery program.
AfterSchool
Enriching and safe after-school care tailored to children's growth.
Kindergarden
Nurture young minds with personalized attention and engaging activities.
Empowering Young Minds with Compassionate Care
At Chroma Early Learning Academy, we nurture growth and learning in a safe, supportive, and innovative environment designed for every child's unique journey.
Kimberly Williams
Chief Operating Officer
Kimberly Williams is the Chief Operating Officer of Chroma Early Learning Academy
, with over 30 years of experience in early childhood education. She has served in a wide range of roles—from teacher to regional director—developing deep expertise in child development, leadership, and operations.
A dedicated parent, foster parent, and grandparent, Kimberly’s passion for nurturing young minds extends beyond her profession. Her commitment to creating high-quality learning environments supports not only children, but also families and educators. Under her leadership, Chroma continues to thrive, promoting excellence, care, and innovation in early education.
Christi Wier
VP of Business Development
As Vice President of Business Development, Christi Wier drives our mission forward by leading strategic growth and building strong community partnerships across Georgia. With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education management, Christi combines her deep operational knowledge with a keen eye for new opportunities—whether that’s expanding our locations, introducing innovative programs, or enhancing our enrollment initiatives.
Christi works closely with our leadership team to identify and develop relationships with families, school districts, and community organizations, ensuring our programs meet the needs of the communities we serve. Her focus on both quality and growth helps us strengthen our presence while maintaining the high standards of care and education that define our brand.
Christi’s passion for supporting educators, empowering families, and making high-quality childcare accessible to more children is at the heart of every initiative she leads.
DeAnna Thrasher
VP of Education
With five years of experience in both teaching and management, DeAnna is a compassionate leader dedicated to nurturing young minds. She creates a warm, engaging environment that sparks curiosity and confidence. At home, she enjoys life with her husband and two daughters, embracing the same joy and connection she fosters at Chroma ELA. DeAnna’s passion, patience, and heartfelt approach make her a trusted partner for families and a champion for every child’s growth.
Laura Newman
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Laura Newman brings deep expertise in early childhood education, with experience as a teacher, director, and instructional designer.
She has led initiatives across Georgia’s Child Care Resource and Referral network, supported quality assurance at a child care franchise, and developed training for industry professionals. As a former NAEYC consulting editor and state-approved trainer, she launched the nationally recognized Director to Director cohort program to strengthen leadership and peer support in the field.
Laura lives in Alpharetta with her husband, their four children, and several grandchildren. She enjoys antiquing, jewelry design, interior decorating, lake weekends, and mountain retreats.
Courtney Moultrie
Regional Director
Courtney brings over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, including leadership roles at Quality Care for Children and Early Education Companies
Currently an Adjunct Instructor and doctoral candidate in Educational Leadership, she specializes in curriculum, compliance, and professional development. Passionate about lifelong learning, Courtney is dedicated to advancing high-quality early education.
Gabrielle Goldsmith
Regional Director
With 15 years in early childhood education and a dynamic background spanning teaching, leadership, and marketing, Gabrielle brings both expertise and heart to our team. As a mother of three, she brings valuable perspective to our mission of delivering exceptional early learning experiences.
Kiticha Kelly
Executive Director
Kiticha Kelly brings a visionary blend of leadership, creativity, and compassion to the organization’s mission of serving families across Metro Atlanta. With a background in education, community engagement, and organizational development, she guides ChromaELA with a steady commitment to excellence and equity.
Kiticha believes that education is not just about academics it’s about cultivating confidence, curiosity, and lifelong learning. Under her leadership, ChromaELA has become a vibrant space where families feel supported, students feel seen, and learning feels alive.
Her passion for empowering both learners and educators continues to drive the culture of innovation and care that defines ChromaELA.
Lanitra Smith
Executive Director
My name is Lanitra Smith, known as Ms. Nikkey in the child development field. I began my career in early childhood education in 1991 as a substitute teacher in a preschool classroom, unaware that I was stepping into my true calling. Within three months, I was promoted to third in charge, and from that point forward, my passion and career in early childhood education truly began to flourish.
Not long after, I began caring for children in my home, which eventually led to the opening of my first licensed child care center in 1994. As the owner and director of Nursery Rhymes Child Care Center, I proudly served families and nurtured young minds for 24 years. During that time, I earned my Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Care and Education to further strengthen my skills and knowledge
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In 2018, I made the difficult decision to close my center—a turning point that was both emotional and transformative.Currently, I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business, with just six credits remaining toward completion. Beyond my professional life, I am a proud mother to a wonderful son and a loving grandmother. I am deeply grounded in my faith, and I enjoy dancing, spending time with family and friends, and watching sports.
Gregina Watkins
Controller
As Controller at ChromaELA, Gregina Watkins brings precision, integrity, and a passion for purpose-driven work to every financial decision. With extensive experience in accounting and organizational finance, she ensures that ChromaELA’s resources are managed with transparency and strategic foresight supporting the organization’s mission to serve families across Metro Atlanta.
Gregina believes that strong financial stewardship is the backbone of meaningful impact. Her commitment to excellence and accountability helps ChromaELA grow sustainably while continuing to invest in the people and programs that make learning thrive.
Chellie Harris
Human Resources
As Human Resources Director at ChromaELA, Chellie Harris cultivates the culture that makes the organization thrive. With a background in people operations and organizational development, she leads with empathy, structure, and a deep belief that when teams feel valued, students and families feel the impact.
Chellie is dedicated to creating a workplace where educators and staff can grow, collaborate, and bring their best selves to ChromaELA’s mission of serving families across Metro Atlanta. Her leadership ensures that every person behind the scenes feels supported, connected, and inspired to make a difference.
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Kimberly Williams
Chief Operating Officer
Christi Wier
VP of Business Operations
With over 20 years in ECE management, Christi brings exceptional leadership and a strong commitment to quality care and education. She’ll be overseeing multiple schools, supporting directors and teams to uphold Chroma’s high standards as we continue to grow.
DeAnna Thrasher
VP of Education
With five years of experience in both teaching and management, DeAnna is a compassionate leader dedicated to nurturing young minds. She creates a warm, engaging environment that sparks curiosity and confidence. At home, she enjoys life with her husband and two daughters, embracing the same joy and connection she fosters at Chroma ELA. DeAnna’s passion, patience, and heartfelt approach make her a trusted partner for families and a champion for every child’s growth.
Laura Newman
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Laura Newman brings deep expertise in early childhood education, with experience as a teacher, director, and instructional designer.
She has led initiatives across Georgia’s Child Care Resource and Referral network, supported quality assurance at a child care franchise, and developed training for industry professionals. As a former NAEYC consulting editor and state-approved trainer, she launched the nationally recognized Director to Director cohort program to strengthen leadership and peer support in the field. Laura lives in Alpharetta with her husband, their four children, and several grandchildren. She enjoys antiquing, jewelry design, interior decorating, lake weekends, and mountain retreats.
Courtney Moultrie
Regional Director
Courtney brings over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, including leadership roles at Quality Care for Children and Discovery Point.
Currently an Adjunct Instructor and doctoral candidate in Educational Leadership, she specializes in curriculum, compliance, and professional development. Passionate about lifelong learning, Courtney is dedicated to advancing high-quality early education.
Gabrielle Goldsmith
Regional Director
Our new Regional Director for Lawrenceville, Lilburn, Pleasant Hill, Satellite, and Jonesboro!
With 15 years in early childhood education and a dynamic background spanning teaching, leadership, and marketing, Gabrielle brings both expertise and heart to our team. As a mother of three, she brings valuable perspective to our mission of delivering exceptional early learning experiences.
Jazzmin Baldwin
Executive Director
Lanitra Smith
Executive Director
Gregina Watkins
Controller
Chellie Harris
Human Resources