Code Ninjas Revamps Leadership and Relocates Headquarters to Atlanta for Strategic Growth
Code Ninjas, a provider of coding education for children, announces changes to its executive team and a relocation of its headquarters from Houston to Atlanta, marking a strategic step towards expansion in coding education. The company, under the leadership of new CEO Navin Gurnaney, aims to enhance its educational offerings and drive growth.
Eagle Merchant Partners, which acquired Code Ninjas in 2021, supports the new leadership direction. Zack Taylor, Managing Partner of Eagle Merchant Partners, who acquired Code Ninjas in 2021 commented on the leadership transition:
“Eagle Merchant Partners is thrilled with Code Ninjas’ new leadership under Navin and team, poised to lead in children’s coding education. Their expertise promises innovation and growth, signalling an exciting future for the sector. We’re confident in their ability to inspire the next tech generation.”
Navin Gurnaney, who has experience at companies such as Starbucks, PepsiCo, and Domino’s International, has been appointed CEO. Gurnaney's background includes roles in team and business development across multiple continents.
He expressed optimism about Code Ninjas' prospects, citing the importance of tech education and child enrichment:
“I’m really excited about the future of Code Ninjas. Our size, simplicity of concept and the tailwinds around tech education and child enrichment give us reason to be very optimistic. Between the new leadership team and engagement of our franchise owners, we are primed for success moving forward.”
The executive team expansion includes Nancy Delgadillo as Vice President of Franchise Development, Edward Kim as Vice President of Education and Training, Tim Klein as Vice President of Operational Excellence, Adam Patterson as Chief Financial Officer, Matt Rogers as Chief Marketing Officer, and Archana Singh as Chief Technology Officer.
Delgadillo focuses on franchise expansion, leveraging her experience in guiding entrepreneurs and investors.
Kim will oversee strategic decisions related to curriculum and employee training. Klein aims to enhance operational success and franchise owner support.
Patterson is responsible for financial stability and compliance, Rogers will lead marketing strategies, and Singh will spearhead technological innovation.
