Mary Cato
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Talented professional with 13 years of experience in licensed In-Home Childcare, recognized for exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to cultivate positive relationships while consistently exceeding operational goals. Expertise in event planning, group instruction, and tailored assistance, ensuring each child’s unique needs are met.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founding Executive Board Member
Faithfully Fertile Foundation 501c3
Greensboro, NC
12.2019 - Current
- Secure donations for silent auction and event sponsorships
- Develop and organize yearly fundraising events
- Created and designed marketing and fundraising material
Owner/Operator
Chubby Cheeks Child Care
Wilmington, NC
10.2008 - 08.2023
- Created and implemented a 'play-based' learning curriculum.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout the facility.
- Provided professional development training for daycare staff on topics such as early childhood education, health and safety practices, nutrition, discipline techniques.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
Leader/District Advisor
La Leche League
Wilmington, NC
10.2008 - 08.2013
- Organized and lead breastfeeding support meetings
- Oversee group finances and plan fundraiser and breastfeeding awareness activities
- Established monthly Family/Partner Breastfeeding support meeting to meet community needs
- Collect month meeting reports while increasing leader satisfaction and retention as District Advisor
Board Member
Port City Breastfeeding Project
Wilmington, NC
07.2010 - 08.2012
- Promote positive nondiscriminatory breastfeeding education and awareness
- Collaborate with local hospital to improve breastfeeding initiation by removal of formula bags
- Develop breastfeeding normalization marketing campaign
Owner/Lactation Consultant
Milky Cheeks Lactation Consulting
Wilmington, NC
- Performed lactation visits to support breastfeeding after hospital discharge
- Created and held community breastfeeding workshops
- Used best-practice methodologies and programs, supporting community initiatives and research.
- Facilitated group classes on topics such as returning to work while breastfeeding or pumping techniques.
Education
Master of Education - Policy & Leadership, Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NCBachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Leadership Training
- Critical Thinking
- Community Outreach
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Professional Writing Skills
- Strategic Business Development
- Nonprofit experience
- Entrepreneurial personality
Certification
- NC Real Estate Broker, License #357281
- 200 HR Yoga Certified Instructor, Yoga Alliance #410805
- Adult/Infant CPR and First Aid, 05/31/26
- NASM Personal Trainer #1231154301
Relevant Volunteer Experience
- Board Member, Smart Start of New Hanover County, Wilmington, NC, 2019; Representative of Family Child Care Homes
Affiliations
- Hurston Wright Summer Writing Fellow; Howard University
Timeline
Founding Executive Board Member
Faithfully Fertile Foundation 501c3
12.2019 - Current
Board Member
Port City Breastfeeding Project
07.2010 - 08.2012
Owner/Operator
Chubby Cheeks Child Care
10.2008 - 08.2023
Leader/District Advisor
La Leche League
10.2008 - 08.2013
Owner/Lactation Consultant
Milky Cheeks Lactation Consulting
- NC Real Estate Broker, License #357281
- 200 HR Yoga Certified Instructor, Yoga Alliance #410805
- Adult/Infant CPR and First Aid, 05/31/26
- NASM Personal Trainer #1231154301
Master of Education - Policy & Leadership, Early Childhood Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing
North Carolina State University
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