ECE CEO Biography Podcast

Sage Wisdom for Childcare Leaders

EPISODE #13: FEATURING Jeff Lamb

Welcome to another episode of ECE CEO Biography: Sage Wisdom for Childcare Leaders, where host Tony D’Agostino, Founder & CEO of Inspire Care 360, brings you candid conversations with top minds in Early Childhood Education.

In this episode, Tony sits down with Jeff Lamb, CEO of Lion Heart Academy, to unpack his inspiring journey into the ECE world. With a strong foundation in leadership and a passion for purposeful growth, Jeff shares how his unique path led to building one of the most respected names in early learning.

From critical turning points to the values that fuel his mission, Jeff offers practical wisdom and strategic insights every ECE leader can learn from. Don’t miss this deep dive into what it takes to lead with heart, vision, and long-term impact in childcare today.

Key Takeaways

  • Jeff shares how his leadership experience outside the ECE space shaped his ability to build a mission-driven, high-impact early learning organization.

  • He dives into the systems and values that guide Lion Heart Academy’s growth, offering key insights for anyone looking to scale without sacrificing quality.
  • Jeff talks about the importance of team development—and how empowering educators creates a consistent, caring environment where both staff and children thrive.

 

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