The New Marketing 101 For Early Learning & Childcare with Sarah Clabby
In this episode, Sarah Clabby of Atlantic Growth Brands discusses blending marketing strategies and prioritizing staff inclusivity in the early learning and childcare industry. Our Expert Sarah Clabby Based in the Boston area, Sarah is a versatile and accomplished executive known for her strategic foresight and innovative solutions. As former CEO of Little Sprouts Early Education & Child Care and current Board Chair of Magical Beginnings Learning Centers, she excels in unlocking the potential of people and teams for success. Sarah is passionate about developing strategies that not only optimize sales and marketing practices but also cultivate collaborative cultures. In [...]
The Changing Compliance Landscape with Lynn Wenger
In this episode, Lynn Wenger of The Compliance Alliance joins us to discuss the current state and the changing landscape of compliance for childcare and early learning. Our Expert Lynn Wenger The founder and president of The Compliance Alliance, Lynn has dedicated over 30 years of her career to helping leaders build processes and automated systems aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness. She believes in the transformative potential of automation and technology to bolster compliance, safety, and quality in Early Childhood Education. Lynn is committed to prioritizing compliance as a means to ensure a higher standard of care and quality for [...]
Special Episode: Compliance & Risk Survey
In this special episode of the Excellence in Childcare podcast, we welcome top experts from the Early Childhood Education (ECE) community across North America. Our esteemed guests, Vernon H. Mason Jr., Rachel Supalla, Julie Roy, and Lynn Wenger, will join us to discuss compliance and risk management in the industry. We'll also delve into key findings from our 2024 Compliance & Risk Survey. The episode is hosted by Cindy Vian, 1Place's VP of Operations in North America. Meet Our Experts Vernon H. Mason, Jr. M.Ed., The Nest Schools Vernon H. Mason, Jr., M.Ed., is an acclaimed author, humorist, [...]
Unlocking Enrollment Growth: Marketing Strategies for Childcare Providers
In this discussion, we uncover strategies for transparent communication, trust-building, and proactive marketing approaches that empower childcare providers to establish reputable brands and instill confidence in the families they serve. Our expert is Ruth Ann Rose of Rose Marketing Solutions. She has strong expertise focused on childcare marketing, particularly in designing and implementing hyperlocal marketing plans to drive enrollment. She thrives on collaborating with early childhood learning center business owners to develop and execute effective marketing strategies, while also ensuring that the return on investment (ROI) is measured effectively. Her mission is to give childcare owners peace of mind that [...]
Preventable Health Risks with Melissa Lush
In this episode, Melissa Lush of Force of Nature Clean offers her expertise on mitigating health risks in childcare settings. Our Expert Melissa Lush Melissa Lush, Co-Founder and CMO of Force of Nature, combines her background in product development at Procter & Gamble with her mission to clean up the cleaning industry for people and our planet. By creating certified carbon neutral, toxin-free alternatives to traditional cleaning products, and educating families and businesses about simple changes they can make to be more sustainable, Force of Nature is driving meaningful change in the industry. In this episode, we cover: - Research [...]
Better Business Practices with Aleta Mechtel
In this episode, business and leadership coach Aleta Mechtel joins us to discuss what it means to be a leader with better business practices in the childcare industry. Our Expert Aleta Mechtel Aleta Mechtel, a seasoned professional with 22+ years in early childhood education, has transitioned into a Business & Childcare Leadership Coach. Starting as a teacher and progressing through various roles, she honed expertise in business systems, marketing, leadership, and strategic planning. Successfully growing her business to four locations and launching complementary ventures, Aleta now leverages her experience to assist business leaders, especially in childcare. She offers services such [...]
