Board of Directors
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Robin Stephenson
President
Association of Christian Women in Leadership
14455 Tierra Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Robin Stephenson, M.Ed. is President and CEO of Professional Early Education Associates (PROEEA) and Vice President of Handprints Early Education Centers, Inc. She also serves as Chairman of the Infant and Early Childhood Commission for the National Council of Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). Ms. Stephenson’s professional experience includes serving as a preschool teacher, child care administrator, college professor, and association director; and continues to provide leadership opportunities throughout the United States and internationally on the topics of early childhood education and women in leadership.
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Tere Holmes
Vice President
The Sunshine House
1801 By-Pass 72 NE
Greenwood, SC 29649
Tere A. Holmes has been devoted to the field of Early Care and Education for over 30 years. She is a native Texan who earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising and Marketing with emphasis in Spanish from Texas Tech University. Tere has served in many positions, including center director, district manager, regional manager and director of operations. Tere’s expertise is in the successful multi or single unit operation of early care and education programs. Tere's experience includes the successful development of new early care and education programs as well as organizational growth through acquisitions. As the Western Operations Director of The Sunshine House, Tere manages early care and education programs in four states. With knowledge of licensed programs both regionally and nationally, Tere is familiar with all aspects of program operation. Tere holds memberships in NACCP, NAEYC, and TLCCA, presents annually at various National and State conferences, and is currently listed on the Texas Trainers Registry. Tere is the current president-elect of the Texas Licensed Child Care Association and is highly involvded on both the state and national level regarding legislative and regulatory issues. Tere strives to bring her humor and passion for her profession to everything she does.
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Lynnette McCarty
Treasurer/Past President
Serendipity
4833 Tumwater Valley Drive
Tumwater, WA 98501
Lynnette is the Executive Director and Owner of Serendipity Children's Center in Tumwater, Washington. She purchased Serendipity Children's Center 14 years ago. Since then, her center has grown from 62 children to two centers now serving 155 children. Her dedication to the field of early care and education is evident. Lynnette holds a BA in Business Administration and has been in child care management for the past 18 years. She began serving NACCP as a State Liaison for the State of Washington and moved to the Board of Directors four years ago. Lynnette has served the youth of her community as drill team assistant coach for a local high school, Board Member for the Kids at Play theatre program, and currently serves as a Board Member for the Children's Hand's on Museum. The philosophy of others success is where she applies her energy. Lynnette works with the state licenser providing assistance and guidance for new directors relating to childcare management issues. Lynnette is a State Training And Registry System (STARS) trainer for Administration and Professionalism in the state of Washington. She has trained nationally and inspires those who have dedicated their lives to early care and education. She believes that management skills are an important element toward providing superior care for the children of our nation.
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Sally Harris
Secretary
Circle C Ranch Academy
6204 Interbay Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33611
Sally began her career as an Occupational Specialist/Career Counselor. Because of her strong training in team building, motivation and marketing, she utilized these skills to open Circle C Ranch Academy in 1986. Circle C serves the Tampa, FL area as a preschool, child care center and summer camp. Circle C Ranch Academy has achieved accreditation through the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC), which is sponsored by NACCP. Sally is a strong advocate for staff development and encourages each of her staff members to achieve their CDA certification or enroll in college courses. The staff of Circle C has trained with the High Scope Curriculum and Myers-Briggs Personality Profile System. Sally has worked to form Megan's Circle of Hope, a 501 (C) 3 organization to serve children with special needs. Sally's strengths are to bring out the talent of others and help them use those talents effectively. Before joining the NACCP Board of Directors, Sally served the organization as a Liaison for FL and Liaison Chair.
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Dr. Craig Overmyer
Board Member
260 S. First Street, Ste 2
Zionsville, IN 46077
Dr. Craig Overmyer is Director of Coaching with Canterbury Group. Craig has worked with child care professionals to integrate RealTime Coaching into their management and culture. He has been a workshop leader at NACCP national conventions concerning leadership development and work-life health energy balance. Craig served as a Pastoral Counselor at St. Vincent Hospital for 15 years, is a member of the National Speakers Association, and is a contributing author in 4 books.
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Bobette Thompson
Board Member
Child Care Systems of America, Inc.
5100 Stoneleigh Circle
Brentwood, TN 37027
Bobette Thompson is President/CEO of Child Care Systems of America, Inc., an early education management and consulting company. In her 25 years in the industry, she has participated in the opening of 25 centers and consulted with numerous others. Bobette holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and CPA certification. She seeks to contribute to the industry through serving on state child care committees, presenting at conferences and active participation with NACCP and its Liaisons. All company owned sites are accredited by NAC.
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