Running a preschool means wearing many hats, and when growth takes center stage it’s easy to lose sight of the financial fundamentals that truly drive success. With the right systems, data, and financial clarity in place, childcare leaders can confidently build centers that are both mission-driven and financially strong. In the following IKS Academy webinar, Back to Basics: How to Make More Money and Pay Less Tax , we learned from Michael A. Blanco, CPA, preschool owner, and

Q: How does Call Ai integrate with our current enrollment system or CRM? A:  If you’re using IntelliKid Systems (IKS) with our Call Ai add-on, everything works together seamlessly. Call Ai ensures that call activity, insights, and lead information flows directly into your business. Importantly, Call Ai doesn’t just support new leads, it engages with anyone  who calls your IKS number. That includes prospective families, returning callers, and even currently enrolled families.

Michelle M. González, Vice President of Marketing for O2B Early Education   Overview O2B Early Education is a leading early childhood organization dedicated to whole-child development through a child-directed, play-based curriculum enriched with music, sports, and science. With accredited programs and proprietary learning systems designed to support kindergarten readiness, O2B serves families across a growing network of schools. As enrollment demand increased, teams faced ris

Nikkie Handy, Franchise Business Coach, Ivy Kids Early Learning Center As a seasoned Franchise Business Coach with 25 years of experience in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), Nikkie Handy specializes in transforming childcare centers into thriving, high-quality educational environments.  Overview For many childcare organizations, successful enrollment begins with the very first conversation a family has with a school. Recognizing how critical that moment is, Ivy Kids

Navigating enrollment conversations can feel overwhelming when you're balancing systems, team responsibilities, and a constant flow of parent inquiries. Our recent IKS Academy webinar focused on providing a clearer path forward that strengthens relationships, reduces repetitive work, and builds confidence throughout every lead’s journey.  The webinar was led by Nikkie Handy, a seasoned Franchise Business Coach with more than 25 years of experience across nearly every role in