Childcare isn’t just about education—it’s the backbone of our workforce and economy. In this episode of The Business of Preschool Podcast, I sit down with Tim Kaminski, President of the Texas Licensed Child Care Association (TLCCA), to talk about the power of advocacy and why providers need to unite for meaningful change.

Tim shares how he transitioned from speech pathology into childcare, and what he’s learned about influencing policy, building relationships with lawmakers, and using the right messaging to make childcare a true business issue. We also dive into the role lobbyists play, why collaboration across states matters, and how profitability connects directly to sustainability in childcare.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get involved in advocacy or why it matters for your center’s future, this episode is packed with clarity, strategy, and inspiration to take action.

✨ In this episode of The Business of Preschool Podcast, Chelsea sits down with her husband, Jason Reue—a firefighter and paramedic—to explore the surprising power of checklists as leadership and management tools.

Drawing inspiration from The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande, Chelsea and Jason break down how aviation, emergency medicine, and yes—even preschool management—use checklists to lighten the mental load, reduce mistakes, and prepare teams for both routine tasks and unexpected emergencies.

From diaper-changing procedures to disaster preparedness, discover why checklists aren’t about limiting expertise—they’re about cognitive offloading, consistency, and confidence. You’ll also hear real-world preschool scenarios where a well-designed checklist makes the difference between chaos and calm.

Whether you’re an owner juggling dozens of responsibilities or a director stepping into leadership, this episode will inspire you to rethink how systems and checklists can empower your staff, protect your school, and give you peace of mind.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how the right checklist can transform overwhelm into organized leadership.

What happens when you stumble into entrepreneurship… and end up running 6 childcare centers? 🌟

In this episode of The BOP Pod, I sit down with Erica Saccoccio to hear how she went from accidental entrepreneur to successful childcare business owner. She shares the lessons, challenges, and mindset shifts that helped her scale — and what every preschool owner can learn from her journey.

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