The Owner-Director Disconnect: Closing the Gap To Boost Enrollment and Profits by Kate Woodward Young, M.Ed. and Carrie Casey

Too many child care programs lose money not because of a lack of demand, but because owners and directors aren’t aligned. When leadership teams lack a shared vision, the result can be under-enrollment, inconsistent practices, and financial strain.

In this insightful session, child care program growth experts Kate Woodward Young and Carrie Casey will share proven strategies to bridge the gap between owners and directors so programs can thrive. You’ll learn how to foster alignment that empowers directors to manage profitably, enables owners to lead effectively, and allows entire teams to work toward sustainable success.

Together, we’ll explore three key strategies every program needs to:

• Increase enrollment by building systems that keep classrooms full and families engaged.

• Strengthen leadership by ensuring owners and directors work in sync rather than in silos.

• Boost financial sustainability by putting more money back into your program without sacrificing quality.

Whether you attend as an owner, a director, or as a leadership pair, you’ll leave with practical tools you can immediately apply to strengthen your program’s operations and bottom line.

As a special bonus, you’ll also be invited to an upcoming three-hour masterclass designed to help you launch your summer programming profitably and set your team up for success all year long.