Leadership Team

Marek has spent over 15 years in the software industry - from pioneering automated 3D disease detections algorithms for radiology, to leading large multi-national software development teams at Microsoft. Marek has founded Coding with Kids in 2013 and pursues his dedication to leading the best coding education program for children in the world. Marek has two children who are becoming coders of their own. Marek is a climber and a hiker, and has travelled around the globe.

Jitka has earned an MBA degree and has 10+ years of experience in Education Services, primarily as a Program Manager. She has rolled out and managed a network of 200 academic and licensure Test Centers for one of the largest educational companies, Pearson. In her spare time, Jitka enjoys the outdoors, travel and learning about different cultures of the world. Locally, she has helped start the Czech School of Seattle and has been volunteering to organize international events.

Jane worked in public education for 18 years as a principal, assistant principal, curriculum developer, and teacher before joining Coding with Kids. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Kalamazoo College, her Master's Degree in Education from the University of Michigan, and an Educational Leadership certificate from the University of Washington. Jane is passionate about finding ways for all kids, regardless of background, to have access and opportunity to engage in computer science education. She, along with her husband and two children enjoy hiking, skiing, and traveling in their free time.

Radka has her Master's degree from University of Economics in Prague and worked over 6 years in financial advisory and was specialized mainly for business and property valuation, financial analysis and planning at that time. After relocating to the Seattle area in 2009 Radka made her move to accounting, taxation, payroll and HR. In her free time, Radka enjoys hiking, skiing, swimmimg, playing tennis, camping and traveling with her two children.

JP is a computer engineer and a full-stack software developer with experience in both mobile and web applications. He also has 7 years of experience in the STEM and coding education industry. He started as a coach and a volunteer for STEM programs, and he went on to become a seasoned consultant in designing and creating curriculum for STEM and coding programs for Edtech companies around the world, from Silicon Valley startups to learning labs in Hong Kong. JP’s hobbies include playing soccer, running, and reading.

Ivy Jean brings 17 years of combined experience in creative and operations, spanning graphic design, creative direction, and production management. She spent nearly a decade in Singapore building her design career before transitioning into leadership roles in operations. In her free time, Ivy is a licensed open-water diver who enjoys painting, traveling with her family, reading, and playing video games.