Upcoming Events
Early Childhood Investigations Webinar
Compliance doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — and inspection readiness shouldn’t be a last-minute scramble.
In Compliance without the Chaos: How to Keep Your Program Inspection Ready, Ronnae and Lynn co-host a practical webinar focused on helping child care leaders feel more confident, prepared, and supported when it comes to licensing and inspections.
This session is designed to help programs move away from panic-based preparation and toward consistent, sustainable compliance practices. Together Ronnae and Lynn share insight into common compliance challenges, what inspectors are typically looking for, and how to strengthen daily operations so inspection readiness becomes part of your program culture — not a stressful event.
This webinar is ideal for child care owners, directors, and administrators who want structure and realistic strategies they can actually apply.
You’ll walk away with:
A clearer understanding of what inspection readiness really looks like
Practical strategies to reduce compliance-related stress
Guidance to support staff and strengthen daily practices
Increased confidence going into licensing visits and inspections
Whether you attended a previous session or this is your first time joining, this webinar offers supportive, real-world guidance to help your program stay prepared — without the chaos.
2026 NCCA/NECPA BiAnnual National Leadership Conference
Ronnae Williams, known as The State Lady, will be a featured speaker at the NECPA/NCCA Bi-Annual Conference in Memphis on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Her session, Fix the Culture, Fix the Violations: A Leadership Approach to Long-Term Compliance, explores how leadership behaviors, workplace culture, and operational systems directly influence compliance outcomes in early childhood programs.
With experience as a former childcare licensing consultant and trainer, Ronnae provides practical strategies that help childcare owners and directors reduce violations, improve staff accountability, and build sustainable, compliant programs.
Early Childhood Investigations Webinar
Running a child care program comes with countless moving parts—and licensing inspections can feel like one of the most stressful pieces. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Join us for a practical and engaging webinar where we’ll break down how to keep your program inspection-ready every day, without the chaos.
This interactive session will highlight best practices, real-world strategies, and compliance tips to help leaders, directors, teachers, and administrators feel more confident and prepared. Whether you’re focused on building a culture of compliance, preventing common citations, or simply making day-to-day operations smoother, you’ll leave with tools you can use immediately.
2025 ECE Pep Rally
Ronnae Williams — nationally recognized as “The State Lady” — will take the stage at The ECE Pep Rally: Ivy League Edition. This dynamic, high-energy event brings together early childhood educators, preschool directors, and childcare leaders from across the country for a day of learning, inspiration, and connection.
As a former state licensing consultant, Ronnae will deliver actionable strategies for staying in compliance, improving program quality, and elevating leadership skills. Expect to walk away with practical tips, renewed confidence, and the motivation to take your childcare program to the next level.
Born to Teach Con 2025
Born to Teach Con 2025, happening July 10–13, 2025 at the stunning Marriott Marquis in Houston, Texas!
This conference is designed for early childhood educators, childcare leaders, and preschool owners who want to grow their programs, strengthen their leadership, and connect with like-minded professionals. With over 300 attendees in 2024, this year’s conference is bigger and better than ever — featuring expanded exhibit spaces, high-demand sponsorship packages, and a lineup of powerhouse speakers.
Ronnae Williams, widely known as “The State Lady”, will bring her signature mix of licensing expertise, leadership development, and compliance clarity to the stage. Expect practical strategies, real-life examples, and motivating insights to help you run a thriving, compliant, and high-quality program.