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Let's hear it: What area in your agency do you feel needs the most improvement or has the weakest level of support? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. #TheGravelyGroup #HeadStart #HeadStartEducation #EarlyHeadStart #CommunityAction #EarlyChildhoodEducation

Let's hear it: What area in your agency do you feel needs the most improvement or has the weakest level of support? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. #TheGravelyGroup #HeadStart #HeadStartEducation #EarlyHeadStart #CommunityAction #EarlyChildhoodEducation

This Monday, let's dive into the heart of our entrepreneurial journey. When I started my own childcare venture, I faced the same uncertainties and challenges many of you encounter. The early days were a mix of passion, persistence, and navigating uncharted territories. Just like you, I experienced the complexities of managing a childcare business—balancing regulations, building a brand, and fostering a nurturing environment. But here's the beauty of it all: through the highs and lows, every obstacle became a stepping stone toward growth. Our shared experiences shape us into resilient entrepreneurs, capable of turning challenges into triumphs. So, as we embark on this new week, let's embrace the journey. Remember, you're not alone in the struggles, and each effort contributes to the success of your childcare business. Here's to conquering this week with the same spirit that fuels our passion for nurturing the next generation! 💼 #MondayMotivation #ChildcareEntrepreneurs #ChildcareSuccess #childcarebusinessgrowth #Preschoolicon 

Wages, summer schedules, and hybrid work situations all play a role in finding and maintaining child care. Our President of Policy Solutions, Emily Dowdall, joined NBC Dallas to talk about the shifting child care needs and how investors can respond. Access to quality child care is especially critical for low- and moderate-income families, allowing parents to maintain employment while also giving their kids a strong foundation. Given the enormous importance of high-quality care for children and families, Reinvestment Fund’s Policy Solutions team has developed an analytic approach to help cities identify gaps in access. The results help practitioners, policymakers, lenders, and parents make decisions about child care, and can be used for research, planning, exploration and investment. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ek39EWsw

👪 Investing for your kids 👪 Carly Esterhuizen, hosts this conversation about investing for your kids. She is joined by Justin Pearse, and Ntombifuthi Dube, Client Experience Team Leader at #EasyEquities. Aside from being teammates at #EasyEquities, these three have another thing in common: parenthood. Carly, a new mom, leans on Ntombi and Justin as experienced parents willing to share their insights in navigating family, kids, and finance. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gCCzMYpg Click here to find out more about opening an account for your kid: https://lnkd.in/dW6F47Pz #EasyDoesIt | #EasyEquities

Hellen's life as a mother and caregiver transformed when Kidogo helped turn her free daycare into a thriving business. Kidogo's social franchise model empowers "Mamapreneurs" like Hellen with training and financial support to develop high-quality, nurturing care centers for young children’s healthy growth and development. When we #InvestinWomen like Hellen, it has a ripple effect on communities. With a steady income, Hellen can support her family and ensure other moms have the freedom to work and feel safe knowing their children are learning, playing and thriving at a Kidogo child care center. Learn more about the Mamapreneur impact: https://lnkd.in/gHEH_5aR

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At TIGER 21, members convene monthly for a half-day, engaging in confidential exchanges to glean insights and mutual learning from their collective experience. A recurring subject of significant interest among our members is "Succession Planning" and "Family Dynamics". In Asia, the topic of succession planning in blended families is getting increasing attention and interest. What is a "blended family"? In general, a blended family (or stepfamily) is one with two adults and at least one child not genetically related to one of the adults. What are the considerations when a 'blended family' is involved in succession planning? Passing an enterprise from one generation to the next involves dealing with a host of family relationship issues. To name just two: 1) Treating parents and all children (those involved in the enterprise and those not) fairly and deciding who will have an active role in future decision making. This becomes even more complicated when succession planning for blended families. 2) When considering possible successors, parents/owners in both blended and non-blended families assess whether (and which) children are responsible, trustworthy, motivated, competent, and prepared to manage a business or assets. Non-blended Vs Blended Family While the parents in both types of families make the same assessments, the effect on the family can differ because children in non-blended families (i.e., children who share both parents) typically compete on an “even playing field.” When parents in blended families make these same determinations, however, their evaluation can separate one parent’s children from the other parent’s children. As a result, there is an additional layer of complexity, and the potential for conflict is greater than it is in non-blended families. Maintaining relationships in the transition of a blended-family enterprise is a difficult bar to clear. Elizabeth Ledoux shared with us the high-stakes minefield and strategies to navigate the complexities. If you have questions about how TIGER 21 helps members address family dynamics and succession planning, let us know! TIGER 21 Kanu A. Gupta Eelco Fiole Beny Rubinstein, M.B.A., Ph.D. candidate Nick Bakish Howard Reed III, MBA Greg Wells Kathy Gilmore Family Business Network (FBN) Asia Rena Chai Alec A.

There are high stakes and challenges in successfully transferring any family enterprise, especially in blended families. Complexities arise, such as ensuring fairness among children and maintaining relationships. Elizabeth Ledoux, founder of The Transition Strategists and #TIGER21 Chair, delves into how to navigate this in her recent blog post. https://lnkd.in/g3WQqVpQ #familyenterprise #successionplanning

😊 Sometimes, doing something "just because" can spark creativity and joy! Our franchise owners help children explore, create, and imagine at Children's Lighthouse, where learning is always fun. #JustBecauseDay #ChildrensLighthouse #ChildcareFranchise #EarlyLearningFranchise #EarlyLearningSchool #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EducationFranchise #EducationBusiness