Dr. Elizabeth Small was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. After graduating high school, she joined the United States Army Reserve and returned to active duty and served her country for 25 years. Dr. Elizabeth Small received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration from Columbia College, a Master of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary, another Masters in Education from McDaniel College, and a Doctorate of Education from Argosy, University. After serving her country, Dr. Elizabeth Small then pursued teaching and began to teach elementary school. Dr. Elizabeth Small is the wife of Kenneth Small for 34 years. She has two children Kawana Moore and Kenneth Small Jr., as well as eight grandchildren.