As Chief Product Officer, Kristie leads the strategic vision for CORE Learning’s digital products, bringing over 20 years of experience in publishing and edtech. Her strength lies in integrating innovative tools into product development, ensuring practical classroom application and keeping CORE at the forefront of educational technology. Before joining CORE, Kristie co-founded Lingual Learning, later acquired by Rosetta Stone, and developed products for Multilingual Learners at Lexia. She also held multiple roles at McGraw Hill before launching her own company. Kristie began her career as a third-grade teacher in California, an experience that shaped her deep commitment to designing meaningful, learner-centered solutions. Her passion for supporting educators and students continues to drive her work today. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Education from San Diego State University and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instructional Design from the University of Phoenix.