Shawn Bryant Author

Julie Nicholson, PhD is a Professor of Practice, Associate Editor of Early Child Development and Care, international speaker and MBA candidate concentrating in finance and data analytics. She is the author of 13 books for early childhood educators including five on trauma-informed practices.

Linda Perez, PhD Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Education at Mills College, is Co-Director of the Mills Infant Mental Health Program and Clinical Director of the Epiphany Center Family Treatment Program.

Julie Kurtz, MS is an author, national speaker consulting and training on trauma and resilience. Julie is the Founder and CEO for the Center for Optimal Brain Integration®.

Shawn Bryant, MA is director and principal consultant with YesToECE an early childhood training, coaching, and consultancy. A nationally recognized professional development facilitator, Shawn brings 30 years of experience, expertise, and commitment to advancing the work of adults involved in the lives of young children.

Drew Giles MA, RYT, RCYT is Director of Quality Enhancement & Professional Development in Oakland Unified School District, U.S.A., and an EdD student researching mindfulness-based profession development in early childhood settings at San José State University.