What’s Next? Elevating, Evolving, and Expanding Your Career in Private Homes
As seasoned professionals in the household employment industry, many nannies reach a point where they begin asking an important question: What’s next? This dynamic workshop is designed for experienced nannies who are ready to elevate their careers, pivot into new roles, or expand beyond a traditional nanny position while staying within the private service world. Kellie and Cate will share their personal career journeys; how they advanced, adapted, and rose into roles including household management, personal assistant work, concierge-style services, and multi-client support. Attendees will gain insight into how skills developed as a nanny translate into leadership, management, and higher-level private service positions. This session goes beyond inspiration. You’ll walk away with practical, actionable steps you can take today, insider strategies for positioning yourself for new opportunities, and guidance on preparing for career transitions as your needs, goals, and energy evolve with time. Whether you’re actively seeking change or simply planning for the future, this workshop will help you build a career that grows with you at every stage.
Cate Matijevich is an experienced estate and household management professional with a career dedicated to elevating standards within private service. She has led operations for complex private households, overseeing staffing, project management, vendor coordination, and large-scale home builds with discretion, strategic oversight, and a hospitality-driven approach. Known for her ability to bring structure to dynamic environments, Cate specializes in creating sustainable systems that support both families and the professionals who serve them. In addition to her hands-on leadership, Cate serves in executive leadership with the International Nanny Association, contributing to conference strategy, professional development initiatives, and long-term organizational planning. She is passionate about strengthening professional identity, career pathways, and retention within the in-home workforce. Cate brings a practical, forward-thinking perspective to her work—blending operational excellence, team leadership, and industry advocacy to help private service professionals thrive at the highest level.