658 We're Making Waves, But Are We Making Progress? (RIAEYC Interview)

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to bring hundreds of early childhood professionals together, and are conferences like these helping move our profession forward? I'm sitting down with RIAEYC President Joe Pinsonneault for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the planning, passion, and people behind Rhode Island's early childhood conference. But we're going beyond the conference floor to talk about the bigger picture: where early education is succeeding, where we're still struggling, and what needs to happen next. Whether you're leading a program in Rhode Island, Texas, California, or anywhere in between, this is a conversation about the future of our profession and the role we all play in shaping it. Support the show The Child Care Director's Chair Podcast is proudly powered by WatchMeGrow, our premier podcast sponsor and a trusted partner in early childhood education. WatchMeGrow helps child care programs strengthen family engagement through secure live-streaming, classroom video access, and communication tools that build transparency, trust, and peace of mind for families. Their innovative technology empowers programs to enhance safety, strengthen relationships, and showcase the incredible learning happening in their classrooms every day. To learn more about how WatchMeGrow can support your program, visit www.watchmegrow.com. Thank you to WatchMeGrow for supporting our mission to inspire, equip, and empower child care leaders around the world.