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In this episode of Childcare Conversations, Kate sits down with Tom Melhorn, president of North Star School Supply, for a really refreshing chat about something every childcare owner deals with: supplies and equipment. Tom shares how North Star takes a totally different approach than just handing you a catalog. They actually talk to you, assess your space and budget, and help you invest in quality, U.S.-made products that last. Think personalized service, 3D classroom designs, and someone who'll actually pick up the phone. No project is too small, and the goal is to be your supplier for life!

North Star Booking Link: https://calendar.app.google/BMv11DdzZEzMoopq9

Nimbl Assessment Link: https://calendar.app.google/6MSNVnLWo8zQGNLT6

Classroom audit blog post:
https://northstarschoolsupply.com/your-classroom-is-costing-you-enrollments-and-you-dont-even-know-it/

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In this episode of Childcare Conversations, you'll meet Vineeta; her story is truly something special! What started as a mom's response to her daughter's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis turned into a preschool empire spanning 59 schools and 100 franchise agreements. Vineeta shares how she built a TV-free, academics-meets-performing-arts program from the ground up. She also gets real about women in leadership, financial barriers, and what it looks like to lift others as you climb. Her story about two Guatemalan twins growing from classroom aides to seven-location franchisees? Absolute chills. Don't miss this one!

Learn more about our guest at:

https://www.buildingkidzschool.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vineeta-bhandari-54b285b6/

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This episode of Childcare Conversations is one you'll want to share with every director you know. Kate and Carrie sat down with Jamie Selig from Perfect Day Live to talk about live video streaming for childcare centers, and here's the kicker: it's completely free for programs! Parents pay a small weekly subscription to watch their little ones in real time. Carrie, who testifies as an expert witness in childcare lawsuits, makes a compelling case for why cameras protect everyone. Honestly, this one's worth a listen!

Schedule a demo with Jamie today!

https://calendly.com/jamie-perfectdaylive/perfect-day-live-demo

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