The Big Idea: Childcare is essential to families, employers, and the regional economy. CMC dives into the latest Action for Children survey—the only ongoing study of its kind in Ohio—to unpack what local providers are experiencing and what trends will shape the future of childcare in Central Ohio.   

The Experts: Introductory remarks by Tasha Booker, CEO, Action for Children.

Featuring panelists Dr. Katherine Glenn-Applegate, Ph.D., Director of Child Care and Education Initiatives, Action for Children; Hannah Halbert, Executive Director, Policy Matters Ohio; Rhonda West, Owner and Administrator, Rhonda's Daycare Service; Kara Wente, Director, The Ohio Department of Children and Youth, with moderator Jennifer Bullock, Anchor, NBC4, WCMH-TV.

Lunch is served - 11:30 am

Forum begins - 12:00 pm

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