394: Public Pre-K, Flex Care and the Future of Child Care with Ted Hockenberry
From ChildCare Conversations · 31:34
Show by Kate Woodward Young (co-founder Carrie Casey)
Send us Fan MailAre You Missing Your Next Generation of Childcare Families?What if the families your childcare program isn't reaching represent its biggest growth opportunity? Kate Woodward Young talks with Ted Hockenberry, former CEO of Children of America, about how changing family needs are reshaping the childcare industry, enrollment strategies, and early childhood education.They explore childcare business growth, public preschool, flexible childcare, drop-in care, parent needs, and multi-site operations, including why traditional nine-to-five programs may no longer meet every family's needs. Ted shares why strong teachers, local market awareness, and flexible care options can help childcare businesses stand out and reach more families. If you're a childcare owner, director, or multi-site operator, this conversation may change how you think about your market and your next opportunity for growth.Learn more about Ted:www.linkedin.com/in/tedhockenberryceohttps://substack.com/@hockenbeCheck out this episode's sponsors: https://northstarschoolsupply.com/ and https://daycareaccountingpro.com/Thanks for Listening 🎧Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!Join our Podcast Newsletter!Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!
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