MARYLN APPELBAUM is well-known as a national and international outstanding authority on children, education, and families. She has Master's Degrees in both Psychology and Education and has completed her doctoral studies in both Education and Psychology. She has worked as both an educator and therapist and has been a child care consultant throughout the United States. Maryln has been owner and director of three child care centers and one private school for children. She has written more than 30 how-to books and writes strategies for success for more than 50,000 people that are received daily via e-mail. She has been on television and radio talk shows. She is fun, motivational, and most of all, caring as she shares expert personal experiences & strategies.

MARTY APPELBAUM is known across the country as an authority on child care. He has spent a lifetime dedicated to his objective to make a profound and positive difference in the lives of children and those who work with them. Marty has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and is also a nationally certified Montessori teacher. He has been an administrator, director, and teacher in child care centers. He is the author of early childhood books and has appeared on television and radio talks shows. Marty knows how to motivate & inspire staff and has led the ATi team to win 3 years in a row "Best Place to Work" in Houston. His zest for living, unique sense of humor, and personal experiences, combined with his knowledge of child care management make him a much sought-after speaker.

SPECIAL BONUS SESSION SPEAKER

DOUG MEDFORD is a popular, fun, and dynamic speaker who has been training child care managers, teachers, and children for the past ten years. He is one of the nation's leading educational humorists, using humor that is intelligent and inventive. Participants rave about Doug's presentations. He will educate you, motivate you, and make you laugh while giving you great ideas in a bonus session called "25 Terrific Tips for Tough Out-of-Control Kids"