Discover the true value of your early education business and real estate — and learn actionable steps to maximize their worth.

Whether you're planning for growth, preparing for a sale, or simply curious about what you've built, HINGE Advisors' timely new VALUE Workshop is an exclusive opportunity to get a personalized valuation of your business and real estate, individual coaching and expert-driven content from the nation’s top early education financial and transaction advisors. Designed specifically for early education business owners, VALUE empowers you with the knowledge to make confident, future-focused decisions.

Workshop Dates: May 1st & 2nd, 2025

Workshop Location: The James NoMad, New York City
A special room block has been secured for attendees.
A booking link will be provided in your confirmation email.

Ticket Price: $999/person

Registration opens on Monday, February 3rd. Space is limited!

Workshop Content

The VALUE Workshop provides clear insight into how early education businesses and real estate are valued, the complexities of the selling process, and how to prepare well in advance for a successful transition. You’ll also learn strategies to maintain confidentiality, manage staff and family transitions, and ensure alignment with a new owner who shares your values and vision. At this workshop, you’ll receive…

  • An industry and market-specific valuation of your business and real estate

  • Individual coaching with expert advice on how to maximize your value

  • Guidance on selling considerations and timing

  • An overview of the selling process, tax strategies and legal considerations

  • Real estate strategies that maximize your long-term wealth

  • Valuable networking opportunities with other owners

The Schedule

  • Thursday, May 1st | 1:1 Valuation Reviews
    12:00PM - 5:00PM
    Arrive for your scheduled one-hour, one-on-one valuation review with a dedicated HINGE team member who will provide expert insights on your school worth and opportunities to maximize its value for the future.

  • Thursday, May 1st | Welcome Reception
    5:00PM - 7:00PM
    Gather in The Seville Cocktail Lounge for complimentary drinks, hors d’oeuvres and networking!

  • Friday, May 2nd | The Workshop
    9:00AM - 4:00PM
    i. Welcome & Introductions
    ii. Opportunities for Your Future — What’s Next?
    iii. The Valuation Process
    iv. How to Increase Your School’s Value
    v. Preparing to Grow or Sell
    vi. The Transaction Process
    vii. Closing Remarks

Learn From The Experts

HINGE Advisors has successfully guided more early education owners in maximizing value and transitioning their businesses and real estate than any other advisor in the nation. With more than 300+ years of combined industry experience, the HINGE team is comprised of sought-after industry experts, including former and current childcare business owners, early education financial analysts, and commercial real estate brokers.

Kathy Ligon
Founder & CEO

Alec Ligon
Transaction Advisor

Wes Simmons
Transaction Advisor

Mike Pepper
Transaction Advisor

Kathe Petchel
Business Advisor

Nan Rikard
Transaction Advisor

Rusty Bailey
Financial Analyst

Rich Hubschman
Transaction Advisor

Marnie Rhen
Financial Analyst

Laurie Denny
Transaction Advisor

Paolo Duarte
Financial Analyst

What Owners Are Saying

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The VALUE Workshop will bring a select group of early education owners together to learn from the nation's leading experts in growing and selling childcare businesses. This is your opportunity to tap into seasoned financial analysts, transaction advisors, and real estate experts who all focus solely on early childhood education, as well as hear from industry leaders about their personal experiences successfully growing and exiting schools. Come ready to network! 

  • Registration for the VALUE Workshop includes an industry and market-specific valuation of your early education business and real estate; a one-on-one valuation review and coaching session about strategies for maximizing value; an engaging, full-day valuation and exit planning workshop; and a networking cocktail hour as well as gourmet breakfast, lunch and refreshments. 

  • Unlike generic or cookie-cutter valuations, HINGE Advisors' early education valuations provide specific, actionable information about your unique business and real estate. Beyond our extensive industry knowledge across dozens of markets in the U.S., we use key financial information from your business to provide an accurate and thorough valuation. You likely have most of this information readily available, such as financial statements and tuition rate sheets. After you register, we will let you know exactly what we need from you and how you can share that information with us confidentially. We do ask that you submit all of the requested information by Friday, March 28th to give our team time to complete our detailed review.

  • The information you provide for your valuation is 100% confidential. Each one-on-one valuation review is private, and we do not share your information with anyone (ever!). When all attendees are gathered together at the workshop, you're not expected or required to share any specific information about your business. If you choose to share with the group, that's up to you!

Sign Up to Access Early Registration!

Space for this exclusive workshop is limited to allow for an intimate, personalized experience. Complete the form below
to gain access to early registration on Friday, January 31st (before general registration opens on Monday, February 3rd)!