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Erika Hill’s New Role in Goddard Systems

In a significant development for the The Goddard School in Suwanee, Georgia, Erika Hill has been appointed to the newly established Goddard Systems Advisory Council. This appointment marks a pivotal moment for Hill and the Goddard Schools network, which comprises over 550 schools nationwide.


The Goddard Systems Advisory Council is designed as a platform for franchisees to share insights and perspectives, aiming to enhance the brand’s strength in early childhood development and care. Hill joins eight other franchise operators selected from across the United States, who will convene regularly to strategize on improving system operations.


Dennis R. Maple, Chairman and CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc., emphasized the Council’s role in fostering active engagement among franchisees and identifying new growth opportunities. He stated, “I anticipate the rich diversity of skills and experience, tenure, operating performance, and geography represented by these Council members will have a meaningful impact on System operations and initiatives that affect all Goddard School franchisees.”


Alongside Maple, senior executives Jacqueline Burls and Chris Malone will also contribute to the Council’s endeavors. Hill expressed her commitment to representing her peers with integrity, embracing diversity and inclusivity, and focusing on celebrating the strengths of the Goddard School System while identifying areas for improvement.


Established in 1988, Goddard Systems, Inc. has been recognized as a leader in the premium early childcare sector. Headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, GSI oversees more than 550 franchises nationwide, serving over 70,000 students in 38 states. For more information, visit goddardschoolfranchise.com.


This appointment was originally reported in Patch, highlighting the importance of the newly formed Council and Hill’s role in it.

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