Florida Early Learning Insights Podcast

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This podcast is dedicated to exploring the vital role early childhood education plays in shaping the next generation of talent in Florida with actionable insights for educators, parents, business leaders, and policymakers.

Episodes

  1. 07/15/2025

    Made in Florida: A Manufacturer’s Blueprint for Near-Site Child Care

    What happens when a manufacturing company decides to tackle child care head-on? In this episode of Early Learning Insights, we sit down with the HR team at PGT —one of Florida’s largest window and door manufacturers—to learn how and why they're bringing a near-site child care solution to their employees. From workforce retention to employee satisfaction and beyond, this investment in early learning is delivering measurable returns for both families and the company. 🎙️ Inside this episode:  ✅ Why child care was a business imperative, not a perk  ✅ How PGT navigated cost and partnership decisions  ✅ What advice they’d give to other employers considering a similar move This episode is a must-listen for HR leaders, business executives, and policymakers looking for real-world examples of family-friendly workplace solutions that work. Resources: Florida’s Child Care Tax Credit Toolkit: https://www.flchamber.com/childcaretaxcredit

    22 min

  2. 05/23/2025

    From Classrooms to College Dreams: The Moore Agency’s Riley Model

    This month’s Early Learning Insights Podcast features Karen Moore and Shannon Smith from The Moore Agency spotlighting how their partnership with Riley Elementary evolved from a classroom connection program into a scholarship model for kindergartners, showing what’s possible when businesses invest early and stay engaged. For more information on the Riley Elementary School model, contact: shannons@themooreagency.com karenm@themooreagency.com

    30 min
  3. How Local Chamber and Early Learning Leaders are Partnering in Daytona

    04/28/2025

    How Local Chamber and Early Learning Leaders are Partnering in Daytona

    In this episode, Makayla Buchanan, Director of Early Learning and Literacy, sits down with Ken Phelps and Alison Miller—two influential leaders driving change in the Greater Daytona area. Together, they explore the Readers to Leaders initiative, a powerful collaboration between the Greater Daytona Chamber and the Early Learning Coalition focused on raising early literacy awareness among business leaders. Tune in as they discuss what sparked this unique partnership, the impact it’s making in the community, and how other local chambers can follow their lead to champion early literacy in their own regions.

    30 min
  4. A Leader’s Journey into Early Learning Advocacy

    03/19/2025

    A Leader’s Journey into Early Learning Advocacy

    How can businesses play a role in shaping Florida’s future workforce? In this episode of Early Learning Insights, we sit down with John "JB" Birney of JBirney Financial, Inc.,  a champion for early learning who believes every business—no matter the size—has a role to play in supporting children and families. From finding their passion for early education advocacy to implementing practical workplace solutions, this conversation highlights how investing in early learning strengthens today’s workforce and builds a stronger talent pipeline for tomorrow. Tune in to hear real-world insights on why early learning is a game-changer for business, community, and economic success.

    34 min
  5. Solving Child Care Challenges: How Toyota & Tootris Support Working Parents

    02/19/2025

    Solving Child Care Challenges: How Toyota & Tootris Support Working Parents

    This episode explores how Toyota became a leader in providing child care solutions for employees and how Tootris is helping businesses nationwide implement flexible, scalable child care benefits to support their workforce. Featuring Tony Dillon, VP, Corporate Benefits Advisor at Tootris and former HR executive at Toyota, this conversation highlights the business case for investing in child care and practical solutions companies can adopt today.

    30 min
  6. Early Learning Insights: Partnerships Transforming the Future

    01/22/2025

    Early Learning Insights: Partnerships Transforming the Future

    This month, we’re thrilled to introduce the Early Learning Insights Podcast, where leaders in business, education, and philanthropy come together to explore real-world solutions and inspiring stories that support Florida’s 2030 Blueprint goals of 100% kindergarten readiness and 3rd-grade reading proficiency. In our first episode, we highlight a groundbreaking partnership between the Early Learning Coalition and Age of Learning, showcasing how collaboration is driving transformational improvements in early literacy achievement.

    30 min
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This podcast is dedicated to exploring the vital role early childhood education plays in shaping the next generation of talent in Florida with actionable insights for educators, parents, business leaders, and policymakers.

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