Bio: Passionate about collaborative international study, authentic professional growth, and contributing to current and future early childhood careers!

Bio: Carol Shaw

Bio: Laughing and connecting are my favorite things!

Bio: 35+ years in early childhood education and still loving it! ❤️

Bio: Hello! I’m Jen Wixson, and I live in Harbor Springs. I am a faculty member at North Central Michigan College. I lead the NCMC Child Care Initiative.

Bio: I am a Preschool teacher for 3-5 year old children at Building Blocks Preschool. I am going into my 9th year.

Bio: Suzanne is a visionary & early childhood educator with over 20 years experience as a founder of Building Blocks Preschool in Highland MI.

Bio: I am an Education Coordinator for GCCARD Head Start in Genesee County. This will be my last year in the education field…32 years!

Bio: Hello, My name is Tina.

Bio: I am the owner of Christine’s Early Learning Center in Centreville, MI. My career as an early childhood educator spans more than two decades.

Bio: I am the HR Director with KiddieKlub Childcare and Preschool in Rochester Hills! I am married to my husband Kyle and we have a son named Noah!

Bio: Early Head Start Lead teacher

Bio: I’m a mom of 4 boys, nana G to seven; I’ve spent over 30 years. I love traveling, time with my family and anywhere there is sunshine and water.

Bio: I am the Director at KiddieKlub Childcare and Preschool! My husband Ryan, our son Beckham and I love to travel & be outside! CMU Alumni!

Bio: Early Childhood educator, preschool-first grade. Currently on a career pause to stay home with two toddlers, one and three.

Bio: Mama of 4 - Loves to travel, adventure & be with others - Nature/outdoor lover, especially the mountains - Childcare/preschool owner - CMU Alumni :-)

Bio: My name is Jamie! I work at KiddieKlub in Rochester, MI as an assistant director. I love traveling, being creative, and spending time with my family.

Bio: Owner and Director of Sage Child Development Center, which will launch in Manvel, TX in the fall of 2025.

Bio: Education Coordinator with GCCARD Head Start.

Bio: I am an infant toddler teacher at the University of Michigan Flint's Early Childhood Development Center with a big focus on nature based learning.

Bio: Hi! I'm Mary Lynn. I've been teaching a LONG time and I'm still learning and loving it. I look forward to spending time in nature with you.

Bio: Hi All, I have been in the early childhood field in one position or another for 38 years. Looking forward to continuing to grow, love, and play.

Bio: Hello, my name is Taylor. I’m currently an early childhood educator.