EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 36 MIN
343: What’s It Like Growing Up Literally Inside a Childcare Center? With Jonathan Pearce
from ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie · host Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Childcare Conversations, you'll meet Jonathan Pearce - a Louisiana childcare leader who literally grew up in childcare (his mom built a center next to her dance studio!). Jonathan shares his fascinating journey from engineering student and bartender to running four childcare centers. But here's where it gets really interesting - frustrated by inconsistent licensing regulations, he found his voice in advocacy. He shares how shifting the conversation from "babysitting" to essential education and business services has created real change in Louisiana. Such an inspiring chat!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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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Childcare Conversations, you'll meet Jonathan Pearce - a Louisiana childcare leader who literally grew up in childcare (his mom built a center next to her dance studio!). Jonathan shares his fascinating journey from engineering student and bartender to running four childcare centers. But here's where it gets really interesting - frustrated by inconsistent licensing regulations, he found his voice in advocacy. He shares how shifting the conversation from "ba...
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