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.
Kellie Geres is a highly respected private service professional with more than 37 years of experience, known for her expertise in household management, supporting divorced parents, and championing “Nannypreneurship.” For over 22 years, she has been an essential part of her current work-family, evolving from nanny to family assistant to full household manager, overseeing multiple homes and the complex schedules of working parents and adult children. A leader in the nanny industry, Kellie serves as the Administrative Assistant for the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA) and has volunteered with the International Nanny Association (INA) for more than three decades. She co-chairs InterNational Nanny Recognition Week, co-created Our Nanny Diary, and manages several influential industry platforms. Her contributions have earned major honors, including INA’s Nanny of the Year (1997), DEMA’s Lifetime Achievement Award (2015), and INA Meritorious Service Award (2020). A frequent speaker and media contributor, Kellie lives in the Washington, DC area and enjoys travel, reading, prosecco, cupcakes, and road trips, all while inspiring nannies to pursue ongoing education.