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Childcare Millionaires Live is the Ultimate Conference for Childcare Owners and Directors who are ready to build it big and have a great impact in their center and the ECE Community!
May 14–17, 2026Houston, Texas
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Childcare Millionaires Live is the Ultimate Conference for Childcare Owners and Directors who are ready to build it big and have a great impact in their center and the ECE Community!
May 14–17, 2026 | Houston, Texas
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Childcare Millionaires Live is a conference where childcare owners and leaders come to learn, lead, and level up.
Three powerful days of strategy, community, and bold ideas designed to help you grow a stronger, more profitable childcare business.
Three powerful days of strategy, community, and bold ideas designed to help you grow a stronger, more profitable childcare business.
Imagine walking into a room filled with hundreds of childcare owners who understand the journey you're on. Because, let’s be honest…. not many people outside of childcare understand
The long days.
The tough decisions.
The Financial Challenges.
The responsibility of leading a team and caring for families.
The reasons why we get up EVERYDAY at dark:30 and do what we do day after day!
Now imagine being surrounded by people who aren’t just surviving in childcare…
They are thriving.
Childcare Millionaires Live is where childcare leaders come together to learn, grow, and build the future of their businesses. A place just for us to discover NEW STRATEGIES, GET REFUELED, and do it with a COMMUNITY that is ready to embrace your wins and challenges!
And this year… We have planned an unforgettable event with you in mind!
Imagine walking into a room filled with hundreds of childcare owners who understand the journey you're on. Because, let’s be honest…. not many people outside of childcare understand
An Exclusive Preview of Your Powerhouse Experience
THURSDAYMAY 14, 2026
- 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Accession & Eleveation Mastermind Day
- 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Welcome Reception and Registration
FRIDAYMAY 15, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Conference Session
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8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Jungle Royale: A Celebration of Childcare Royalty
SATURDAYMAY 16, 2026
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Conference Session
SUNDAYMAY 17, 2026
- 9:00AM - 1:00 PM Gospel Breakfast
Industry Leaders,Game Changers, and Trailblazers — Revealed Soon!
Stay tuned as we announce our amazing lineup of speakers for the 11th
Annual Childcare Millionaires Conference.
Industry Leaders, Game Changers, and Trailblazers — Revealed Soon!
Stay tuned as we announce our amazing lineup of speakers
for the 11th Childcare Millionaires Conference.
What is Childcare Millionaires Association Live?
CMA Live is a high-impact, multi-day event designed to empower childcare business owners, directors, and educators with the tools, strategies, and resources to grow thriving centers.
What is Childcare Millionaires Association Live?
CMA Live is a high-impact, multi-day event designed to empower childcare business owners, directors, and educators with the tools, strategies, and resources to grow thriving centers.
We're going Wild About CHILDCARE
Every childcare leader deserves a space to reset, realign, and rise-and that's exactly what CMA Live delivers. From enrollment to expansion, financials to team building, this event tackles the real challenges center leaders face with real solutions that work.
With expert-led sessions wrapped in a bold, Safari-inspired experience, you'll gain the clarity, confidence, and community needed to lead with less stress and more strategy. If you're ready to grow a thriving center without burning out, this is where you need to be.
Childcare Millionaires Live is designed for childcare owners who are ready to grow.
This event is for you if:
- You want to increase enrollment and revenue
- You want stronger systems and leadership in your center
- You want to build a team that supports your vision
- You want to connect with ambitious childcare owners
- You want to grow your center into a stronger, more profitable business
If you believe childcare owners deserve to succeed…
You belong in this room.
Sessions Designed to Help You StayWild About CHILDCARE!
Strategy Sessions
Roundtable Networking
Pull up a seat at the table and get a real taste of what’s working. In these intimate, small-group discussions led by industry experts, you’ll dive into real-life success stories, actionable strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights from childcare leaders who’ve done it. It’s not just talk — it’s the kind of clarity and connection that helps your business grow faster and smarter.
Connections
Peer Networking
Step into the wild, where meaningful connections are as impactful as the content. These curated connection sessions are designed to help you meet fellow childcare leaders, swap real insights, and build relationships that last beyond the conference. Share your wins, learn from others, and leave with a network as strong as your next big move.
The 4 Traits of Childcare Owners Who Win
The childcare industry is changing fast. The owners who thrive aren’t just working harder…They’re working smarter. At Childcare Millionaires Live, we focus on four traits that separate struggling centers from successful ones.
We call it the
W.I.L.D. Framework
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Winning childcare centers don’t operate in chaos. They run on systems, structure, and strong leadership.
At CMA Live, we’ll help you become well-prepared by learning how to:
- Build clear systems and operational procedures
- Train and develop leaders inside your team
- Strengthen policies that support consistency and quality
- Prepare your center for growth instead of constantly reacting to problems
Preparation turns daily stress into smooth operations and confident leadership.
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The childcare industry is evolving, and the most successful owners are willing to think differently.
Innovation helps centers stay competitive, efficient, and attractive to modern families.
You’ll explore ways to innovate through:
- AI tools and technology that save time and improve productivity
- Modern marketing strategies that attract new families
- Creative programming that sets your center apart
- New ideas for running your center more efficiently
The future belongs to owners who are willing to adapt and evolve.
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Smart business owners don’t try to do everything themselves. They learn how to leverage the resources around them to build stronger and more profitable centers.
At CMA Live, you’ll discover how to leverage:
- Your team through leadership and delegation
- Your building through new programs and revenue opportunities
- Community partnerships, grants, and support programs
- Technology and automation to simplify operations
When you leverage correctly, your business works smarter instead of harder.
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Running a childcare business takes grit.
The owners who succeed are the ones who stay determined through challenges and remain committed to their vision.
Being determined means:
- Continuing to grow even when the journey gets tough
- Staying committed to improving your center every year
- Surrounding yourself with ambitious leaders who push you forward
- Believing that childcare owners deserve success and profitability
Determination is what turns a good center into a lasting legacy.
Sessions Designed to Help CHILDCARE Thrive in the Wild
Strategy Sessions
Roundtable Networking
Pull up a seat at the table and get a real taste of what’s working. In these intimate, small-group discussions led by industry experts, you’ll dive into real-life success stories, actionable strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights from childcare leaders who’ve done it. It’s not just talk — it’s the kind of clarity and connection that helps your business grow faster and smarter.
Connections
Peer Networking
Step into the wild, where meaningful connections are as impactful as the content. These curated connection sessions are designed to help you meet fellow childcare leaders, swap real insights, and build relationships that last beyond the conference. Share your wins, learn from others, and leave with a network as strong as your next big move.
What you'll get when you attend
Your Path to Growth in the Wild
- Powerful keynote sessions from industry leaders
- Business strategies to eliminate day-to-day stress
- Team Building strategies to attract and retain the right people
- Marketing and enrollment strategies
- Financial Clarity: growth and profitability insights
- Tech and Automation tools to help you get more done in less time
- Networking with childcare owners from across the country
What You'll Get
When You Attend
Your Path to Growth in the Wild
- A full enrollment plan that fills your center like a candy jar
- Proven workflows to eliminate sticky day-to-day stress
- A blueprint for acquiring your next center (bite-sized steps, big results)
- Financial Clarity to prep your funding - and get it
- Team-building strategies to keep the right staff sticking around
- A tech toolkit to save hours a week without losing your personal touch
The Westin Oaks Houston at the Galleria
Official Hotel for the Childcare Millionaires Conference 2026
May 14–17 | Houston, Texas
Maximize your experience by staying at the host hotel — where comfort, convenience, and connection come together. From networking in the lobby to prepping for the Wild About Childcare Gala upstairs, everything is just steps away
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Founder of Childcare Millionaires Association
Brandy Woods-Smith
Brandy Woods-Smith is a nationally recognized speaker, childcare business expert, and founder of the Childcare Millionaires Association. A former educator turned multi-site owner, she built Imagine Me Academy from the ground up and went on to launch a movement that now supports over 30,000 childcare leaders across the country. Known as the “Millionaire Midwife,” Brandy empowers educators to become entrepreneurs through strategic growth, financial clarity, and purpose-driven leadership. Her mission is simple: help others build thriving childcare businesses without burnout.
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Founder of Childcare Millionaires Association
Brandy Woods-Smith
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