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Excellence in ChildcareEmpowering Women to Build Profitable Childcare Programs with Sara SchreinerIn this episode, Sara Schreiner of Sunshine Academy shares her journey from young entrepreneur to multi-center owner, empowering women to build sustainable, profitable early education businesses.Our Expert Sara SchreinerSara Schreiner is the owner of Sunshine Academy and a passionate advocate for empowering women in early childhood education. Starting her formal childcare journey at age 12 with YWCA babysitting courses, Sara became the neighborhood babysitter before moving into center-based care during high school. At just 20 years old, she purchased her first childcare center in 2004, demonstrating remarkable entrepreneurial spirit. Now operating three centers with...
2025-07-2344 minExcellence in ChildcareNavigating Insurance Challenges in Early Education with Marc SklarIn this episode, Mark Sklar of Jowers-Sklar Insurance shares expert insights on insurance needs, risk management, and current industry challenges facing early childhood education programs.Our Expert Marc SklarMark Sklar is the President/CEO at Jowers-Sklar Insurance. Starting in the insurance business in 1998 and purchasing his agency in 2003, Mark developed specialized expertise in three niches: rental equipment businesses, franchise restaurants, and childcare centers. His relationship-oriented approach has positioned Jowers-Sklar Insurance as a leading specialist in childcare center coverage, with approximately 400-450 centers insured across the country. Mark's philosophy emphasizes that the cheapest...
2025-07-2348 minExcellence in ChildcareBreaking Through the Insurance Crisis with Andrew MassieIn this episode, Andrew Massie of Plastridge Insurance shares his journey to supporting early education providers, eventually creating a special insurance program exclusively for childcare centers. Discover how Florida's childcare providers are navigating rising insurance costs, regulatory advantages, and a new Lloyd's-backed solution designed to ease the crisis.Our Expert Andrew MassieAndrew Massie is an insurance professional at Plastridge Insurance Company with over 10 years of experience in the industry. A Florida State University graduate with a degree in Risk Management and Insurance, Andrew has dedicated the last seven years exclusively to serving...
2025-07-0430 minExcellence in ChildcareTransforming Early Education Systems in California with Valerie DeneroIn this episode, Valerie Denero of Every Child California shares her inspiring journey and explores the key challenges and opportunities in California’s early education system.Our Expert Valerie DeneroValerie DeNero brings decades of experience across every facet of early childhood education to her role at Every Child California. Her journey began unexpectedly when a devastating car accident at age 14 led her to discover her passion for working with young children through an alternative education program's child development center. Starting with her first six units in child development, Valerie worked her way th...
2025-06-2654 minExcellence in ChildcareNavigating Quality and Leadership in Early Education with Jessica Van HooseIn this episode, Jessica Van Hoose of Child Development Schools shares her journey in early education and insights on building quality programs while supporting educators.Our Expert Jessica Van HooseJessica Van Hoose is the Executive Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer at Child Development Schools. With extensive experience across multiple roles in early education, she has worked as a teacher, center director, district manager, regional director, and in training and education support. Jessica's passion for elevating early educators and ensuring high-quality experiences for children has driven her career. Her expertise spans operational management...
2025-06-1035 minExcellence in ChildcareTechnology in Early Education with Jaime RechkemmerIn this episode, Jaime Rechkemmer of Aim4Impact Consulting joins us to discuss the role of technology in innovating early childcare education.Our Expert Jaime RechkemmerJaime Rechkemmer is a dynamic early education leader with nearly 30 years of experience helping childcare organizations thrive. As the founder of Aim4Impact Consulting, LLC, she specializes in boosting enrollment, improving compliance, and enhancing program quality with a blend of strategy, practicality, and southern savvy. She has worked with national and state organizations like ECEC, GCCA, and NECPA/NCCA, offering big-picture insights that empower leaders to think...
2025-04-1643 minExcellence in ChildcareUnderstanding School Bus Transportation in Early Childcare with Matt LeeIn this episode, Matt Lee of Hudson Bus Sales takes us on an insightful journey into the world of transportation business and its vital role in the early childcare sector.Our Expert Matt LeeMatthew Lee is the Director of Marketing at Hudson Bus Sales, bringing over 20 years of experience in the RV industry. Previously, he served as Director of Marketing at FunTown RV, where he played a key role in expanding the dealership from two to 11 locations. With expertise in digital marketing and adapting to evolving technology, Matthew is focused on enhancing...
2025-04-0832 minExcellence in ChildcareCoaching Overwhelmed Early Educators with Prerna RichardsIn this episode, Prerna Richards of Together We Grow shares insights on supporting overwhelmed early childcare educators.Our Expert Prerna RichardsPrerna Richards is the CEO and Founder of Together We Grow, a keynote speaker, and a behavior coach passionate about early childhood education. With expertise in program development, accreditation, and business transformation, she has led initiatives that enhance early learning experiences, impact thousands of educators and children, and drive operational excellence. Her leadership in strategic partnerships, professional development, and team engagement has strengthened early education programs nationwide, making a lasting impact on...
2025-03-2543 min
Care for Childcare OwnersEP # 33 | From Vision to Reality: Implementing Best Practices in Childcare Operations | Featuring Martin BingWe were honored to be joined by Martin Bing, industry expert and Founder and CEO of 1Place Childcare. Key takeaways: ✅ Digitize for Efficiency: Avoid the chaos of notes and post-its. Digitize tasks, compliance, and regulations to boost profitability. ✅ Scaling with Purpose: Define issues before growth. Systematization ensure better tracking, paving the way for future expansion. ✅ Small Steps, Big Impact: Incremental improvements trump patchwork solutions. Constantly ask: How can we do better? ✅ Team Alignment: Owners' leadership is key. Show how digital changes improve quality, compliance, and simplify work.
2023-10-1859 minCare for Childcare OwnersEP # 33 | From Vision to Reality: Implementing Best Practices in Childcare Operations | Featuring Martin BingWe were honored to be joined by Martin Bing, industry expert and Founder and CEO of 1Place Childcare. Key takeaways: ✅ Digitize for Efficiency: Avoid the chaos of notes and post-its. Digitize tasks, compliance, and regulations to boost profitability. ✅ Scaling with Purpose: Define issues before growth. Systematization ensure better tracking, paving the way for future expansion. ✅ Small Steps, Big Impact: Incremental improvements trump patchwork solutions. Constantly ask: How can we do better? ✅ Team Alignment: Owners' leadership is key. Show how digital changes improve quality, compliance, and simplify work.
2023-10-1859 min
Childcare Business Growth PodcastChildcare Business Growth Podcast - Lynn Wenger from 1Place Childcare - Top Tips Edition: Episode 1Lynn Wenger joins Nick Williams from Childcare Business Growth to discuss the new Childcare Top Tips Book and more..1Place Childcare exists to support Compliance and Best Practice Software and Services for Single Site Centers of Excellence as well as for Multisite Masters. We are the only provider of such services in the industry.In this podcast Lynn and Nick will be covering:- Hallmarks of Excellence and Mastery around Compliance and Best Practice- what are the common denominators- What is the "OO" syndrome. If you're an owner, how do avoid it!...
2022-11-0420 min
Child Care Rockstar RadioEp. 69 - Improving Health and Safety Processes in the Current Times with Martin BingThe state of the world presently is placing an emphasis on schools upping their game in many ways, with the quality of health and safety being at the forefront of importance. Martin Bing joins the show this week to talk about how his company, 1Place Childcare, provides a tool for leaders and schools to feel secure about their compliance, training, processes, and procedures. 1Place can make sure your plans are well executed and that staff is well trained to ensure a consistently high level of health and safety. Martin and Kris also talk about what new protocols they are...
2020-05-3049 min