Angela P. Brant Email & Phone Number

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Managed the transition of the Lexmark Center for Children to the management of the YMCA of Central Kentucky. Responsible for staff retention, family retention, new enrollment, developing new policies and administrative procedures, obtaining state licensing, facility changes, vendors and contracts, and corporate partnerships. Completed the project with high satisfaction from families, staff and corporate partners. Opened the enrollment to newly identified corporate partners allowing more employees to utilize the high-quality program.

Lexington, Ky

Managed administrative function for pediatric therapy practice collaborating daily with the owner and clinical director to provide a positive experience for patients and families, excellent work environment for staff and maintain focus on financial goals. Reviewed clinic statistics on a daily and weekly basis to make administrative adjustments, set priorities and strive for growth. Directed the Human Resources and Patient Services Divisions with responsibility for administrative operations. Interviewed, trained and supervised administrative staff, supported leadership team with recruitment and interviews of therapists and provided day-to-day human resource support for all staff. Provided a positive, professional and efficient work environment for office staff, staff therapists and contract therapists. Reduced turnover in administrative staff, improved culture and implemented cross-training. Provided leadership to front office staff at two locations, increasing weekly scheduled visits by 28%.Revised and updated patient intake and financial forms to ensure proper billing and collections, provide clear practice policies and procedures for families and accurate patient history.Researched and implemented an employee paid option for health, dental, vision and supplemental insurance.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Sourced to lead the startup of this high-profile, 200-capacity child care center. Directed parent marketing, leadership, staff recruitment, enrollment and overall operations. Led the NAEYC Accreditation self-study program for all employees. Managed $1.9M budget; led a team of 40+.Exceeded revenue expectations by upwards of 10% over the last two years through stellar management practices. Developed and implemented a unique food program modeled after the Farm to Preschool program; partnered with the Center chef to develop menus that increased parent satisfaction, promoted healthier children and lowered food costs.Ranked in top 10% out 700+ centers for parent satisfaction survey results for all surveyed years. Exceeded company average in employee satisfaction and engagement surveys.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Supported two Prichard Committee Initiatives Strong Start KY- a coalition of early childhood advocates working to increase access to high-quality pre-k, home visiting programs and improve quality of early childhood programs for all children.Business Leaders for a Strong Start-a coalition of business professionals in Kentucky advocating for high-quality early childhood programs to ensure a well-educated workforce in the future. Registered lobbyist with a focus on early childhood issues.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Held part-time, project-based role to remotely support the division office and regional managers with on-going and individual projects. Implemented the Annual Professional Development Day; managed all communication and planning for 60+ presenters, 90+ workshops and 500+ participants annually for 6 consecutive years.Managed pre-enrollment, parent communication, waitlist development and initial enrollment for this new employer-sponsored child care center. Supported Regional Managers with quality assurance audits, information management systems, corporate reports, tuition analysis and marketing.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Managed all aspects of center administration at two early care and education centers. Responsibilities included budget, finance, human resources, marketing, facility maintenance, staff development, education curriculum, quality of care, customer service and communications. Guided faculty through NAEYC accreditation process at both centers.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Early Childhood Education And Teaching

Child Development And Family Life