Goddard Systems Appoints Deborah Thomas as Chief Human Resources Officer

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KING OF PRUSSIA, PA — Goddard Systems, LLC (GSL) has announced the appointment of Deborah Thomas as its new chief human resources officer. With a mission to enhance the company’s human capital strategy, Thomas will oversee talent management, employee engagement, and leadership development. Her leadership is expected to be central in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent at GSL.

Dennis R. Maple, chairman and CEO of GSL, expressed his enthusiasm for Thomas’s appointment, saying, “At the center of every outstanding organization are its culture and its people, and creating great culture and attracting great people are only possible with a team of fantastic leaders. To that end, I am thrilled to welcome Deborah, a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a track record of success over more than 30 years, to the Goddard family.”

Thomas brings over 30 years of experience in human resources, having served in leadership roles across various industries such as technology, manufacturing, telecommunications, e-commerce, and financial services. Most recently, she was the chief people officer at Somos, Inc., where she played a key role in driving company growth and fostering a strong corporate culture.

Expressing her excitement about joining GSL, Thomas said, “I am honored to join Goddard Systems and am enthusiastic about contributing to the organization’s mission of making the world a better place through early childhood education. I’m excited to work alongside such a talented team and to have the opportunity to help further cultivate a supportive and empowering environment for our Goddard Systems colleagues and Goddard School franchisees.”

Thomas is an alumna of Hampton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in finance, and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, where she received her MBA. Her dedication to leadership and community is reflected in her service on various boards, including the Rhode Island State Workforce Investment Board and the nonprofit Positive Impact Health Centers.

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The addition of Deborah Thomas is anticipated to bolster GSL’s efforts in maintaining its reputation as a leading employer and advancing its commitment to early childhood education.

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