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About ELSSA

ELSSA is Florida’s first Early Learning Shared Services Alliance. A professional network and coaching support for childcare programs to reach their goals. We provide you with the support and tools you need to stay fully enrolled, be financially sound and continue doing what you love.

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Meet The Team

We are a group of passionate professionals dedicated to the growth of high-quality early childhood education resources in our community. We provide business support services for childcare providers, so they can reduce their administrative load, increase revenues, and access the resources they need.

Kate Byrne

Executive Director

Rena Broadnax

Director Of Operations

Carrie Allen

Childcare Business Coach

Sandra Kurewha

Childcare Business Coach

Dora Sanders

Childcare Business Coach

Cyndee Crawford

Workforce Development Manager

Devonna Harrison

Digital Marketing Manager

Naileah Large

Accounting & Payroll Manager

Cintia Pereira

Operations Specialist

Masiel Perez

Marketing Specialist

Melanie Rivera

Marketing Specialist


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Together with our partners, we support childcare providers with business solutions that save time, boost income, and provide essential resources. Let us be your dedicated partner in driving success for your childcare business.

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ELSSA Members


We understand that every childcare provider, whether a small center, large childcare facility or family childcare home, faces unique challenges and needs.


Our partnership approach is tailored to meet these diverse requirements. With personalized support, innovative solutions, and collaborative strategies, we empower childcare providers to overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, and create nurturing environments where every child can flourish.


Below are our esteemed members.

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