Ashley Brooks is an early childhood educator, trainer, coach and advocate for play-based learning.

Carolyn has over 30 years of experience, she has taught children of all ages and has served as Director for several NAEYC Accredited Centers.

Debra Lynn Arce is a Texas Rising Star Mentor and registered TECPDS trainer. She holds all TECPDS coaching badges and is pursuing certification with the Infant and Toddler Specialist Network, supporting early childhood professionals through training and coaching.

Dietrich Love is a nutrition professional specializing in digestive health and CACFP training.

Hope Wharton is an early childhood professional with over 25 years of experience as a center owner, administrator, educator, mentor, and consultant. She currently serves as a Texas Rising Star Early Childhood Assessor and is passionate about advancing quality and equity in early learning.

Immaculate Guillory has over 25 years of experience in early childhood, including two decades with Head Start and Early Head Start programs. She currently serves as a Region VI Head Start Health Specialist, providing training and technical assistance across five states.

With more than 15 years of experience, Irene Campos has worked in early childhood education as a kindergarten and preschool teacher, a specialist supporting children with disabilities, and as an Early Childhood Specialist in Austin ISD.

Deb Tamez is a certified Early Childhood Educator in Texas, holding a Master's degree in Education with a focus on Nature-Based Learning and Outdoor Education from Antioch University New England. She is the founder and current operator of The Eagle’s Nest Play to Learn Center in Mildred, TX, where she and her team cater to a rural community.

Beth Edwards, MS. Early Childhood Education. Beth is a vibrant influence in early childhood education, with four decades of experience shaping the way children learn and grow.

Ana is an educator with 25 years of experience in teaching, coaching, and school administration.

Amanda has been a dynamic leader in early childhood since 2010 and is known for her impactful contributions to early childhood training.

Alesha brings over 20 years of experience working with children and families across a variety of settings, including residential treatment, family services, education, and operations management.

Albert Wright brings over 25 years of experience in early childhood and school-age education. His background includes multi-site program leadership, staff training, curriculum design, and facility operations.

Ceila is a early childhood educational consultant, professional development provider, and speaker with over seventeen years of experience in education.

Shela brings over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, having served in diverse roles including Assistant Teacher, Program Coordinator, Executive Director, Human Resources Director, and ECE Director at both NAEYC-accredited and Texas Rising Star 4-star programs. In 2017, she founded Be the Seed of Change, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing quality in early learning environments. Through this initiative, she supports programs in strengthening their practices by offering program assessments, professional development, mentoring and coaching, accreditation guidance, and other customized services.

Shela is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy, with a research focus on enhancing quality in infant-toddler programs through leadership, reflective practice, and equitable learning environments. Her passion for elevating the ECE field is evident in her work with educators, administrators, and community stakeholders to drive systemic change and support best practices.

Cheryl brings over 30 years of experience in child protection, child care regulation, and early childhood education. Her work centers around empowering early childhood professionals through meaningful professional development that supports safe, high-quality care for children and their families.