Celia Stokes
About Celia Stokes
Celia Stokes serves as the President of Product at Teaching Strategies, LLC, and has a strong background in marketing and organizational development, with experience in private equity exits and IPOs. She has held various leadership roles, including Executive VP & Chief Marketing Officer at K12 Inc., and has contributed to significant revenue growth and customer satisfaction in the airline and education sectors.
Current Role at Teaching Strategies
Celia Stokes serves as the President of Product at Teaching Strategies, LLC. She has held this position since 2020. In this role, she focuses on product development and innovation, leveraging her extensive experience in the education sector to enhance the company's offerings.
Previous Experience at K12 Inc.
Stokes worked at K12 Inc. from 2006 to 2014 as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. During her tenure, she played a significant role in driving the company's growth, increasing revenue from approximately $100 million to nearly $1 billion, and leading the organization through its IPO.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Celia Stokes has held various board and advisory roles throughout her career. She served as a Board Member at Middlebury Interactive Languages from 2011 to 2013 and at eDriving from 2015 to 2021. Additionally, she has been a Board Advisor at Kenzie Academy from 2019 to 2021 and is currently a Board Member at Amerigo Education since 2019.
Expertise in Organizational Development
Stokes specializes in building and rebuilding organizational structures, technology stacks, and effective product concepts. She focuses on fostering mission-driven teams, which has been a key aspect of her leadership style across various roles in her career.
Educational Background
Celia Stokes studied at the University of Virginia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation for her roles in product development and marketing within the education and technology sectors.