Carrie Casey is a seasoned entrepreneur and educator with over 30 years of experience in the childcare industry. At the age of 23, Carrie fulfilled her childhood dream by opening her first childcare center, which grew into a successful multi-site program. Her journey has been marked by bold decisions, lessons learned, and a commitment to excellence. After selling her business to an employee, Carrie shifted her focus to training and empowering directors, teachers, and business owners in the early education sector. She has since supported thousands of childcare leaders through her expertise in management, leadership, and operations. A wife, mother of two, and third-generation entrepreneur, Carrie is passionate about nurturing the next generation of leaders and helping others achieve their dreams.

Kate Woodward Young is a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and advocate with a rich and diverse professional background. With a career spanning education, business development, STEM advocacy, and publishing, Kate has coached nearly 5,000 entrepreneurs in finding their passion and achieving their goals. Her resilience and reinvention are evident in her personal journey, as she overcame unexpected challenges to build a thriving career and business. Kate co-founded Director Success Academy and authored the book From Oh Sh*t to I Got This*, sharing her inspiring story of growth and empowerment. A mother of four and avid traveler, Kate’s passion for mentoring new business owners and crafting exit strategies for those ready to retire reflects her commitment to helping others succeed.