The Start2Finish 8-Week Childcare CEO Fast Track Program

Build a real childcare business, not an expensive guess.

This is for aspiring and current childcare owners who want clarity, compliance, and cash-flow confidence before signing leases, purchasing centers, or expanding.

The Hidden Cost Of Waiting

Most childcare owners don’t fail because they’re bad educators. They fail because they made expensive decisions without a framework.

This program exists so you don’t learn childcare ownership the hard way.

Why Preparation Comes Before Ownership

Buying a childcare business without proper preparation can expose you to financial strain, operational challenges, and compliance issues that aren’t always visible during the buying process.

Understanding real numbers, licensing requirements, and day-to-day ownership responsibilities before you commit allows you to evaluate opportunities more clearly, avoid costly mistakes, and enter ownership with realistic expectations, not surprises.

What You’re Actually Investing In

Weeks 1–2
Foundations & Ownership Clarity

● Your “why”

● Owner mindset assessment

● Vision & mission

● Ownership model selection

Weeks 3–4
Business Model & Licensing Reality

● Entity setup

● Georgia licensing path (CCLC vs FCCLH)

● Compliance risks

● Professional team planning

Weeks 5–6
Financials, Location & Deal Evaluation

● Startup cost snapshot

● Revenue & capacity planning

● Lease vs buy vs acquire

● Deal evaluation basics (SDE, cash flow)

Weeks 7–8
Leadership, Systems & Scale

● Leadership structure

● Staffing & culture

● Required systems before opening

● 12-month & 3-year growth plan

What You’ll Learn During the Program

This program is designed to give you a clear understanding of what childcare ownership involves before you move forward with a purchase.

Throughout the 8 weeks, you’ll learn how to evaluate childcare opportunities, understand real financial numbers, navigate licensing and facility considerations, and prepare for the operational responsibilities that come with ownership, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

Is This Program the Right Fit for You?

Who This Program Is For?

  • Aspiring owners

  • Buyers preparing for acquisition

  • Operators ready to expand

  • Investors seeking clarity

Who This Program Is Not For?

  • Hobby owners

  • Anyone unwilling to do the work

You can invest in clarity now or pay far more later in delays, stress, and mistakes.

Applications are reviewed to maintain quality and accountability.

“Childcare decisions carry long-term financial and personal consequences. Our role is to provide clarity, strategy, and guidance so our clients can move forward with confidence.”

Erica Burton

Founder, Start2Finish

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