Wearing All the Hats: A Panel With Nannies Turned Agency Owners
What does it look like to care for families while building a business of your own?
This panel brings together nannies and newborn care specialists who are also agency owners, navigating the realities of wearing many hats. Brittany Joy Drew of interStellar Nannies, Raven Carter of The Heart State Nanny Agency, and Prescilla Sanchez, Pixie Nanny Agency, will share how they balance hands-on caregiving with agency leadership, advocacy, and entrepreneurship.
From early missteps to major wins, this conversation will cover practical tips, honest challenges, and actionable advice for those curious about starting or growing an agency. Come ready to ask questions and learn from three rising stars in the agency space.
Raven Carter is an award-nominated career nanny, educator, and community builder with over a decade of experience in childcare. She is the co-founder of The Heart State Nanny Agency, a relationship-driven agency dedicated to thoughtful placements and long-term support for both families and caregivers. Raven’s extensive background includes early childhood education, live-in and live-out nannying, household management, and applied behavior analysis. She has worked with families across a wide range of needs, including newborn care, neurodivergent children, medical complexities, and large households, often serving as a stabilizing presence during periods of transition. Deeply committed to advocacy and education, Raven is an active member of the International Nanny Association and regularly contributes to industry conversations through workshops, mentorship, and community events. She is known for her warm, intentional approach and her ability to build trust with families. Raven is passionate about elevating the nanny profession as a whole. She believes that quality childcare is rooted in connection, communication, and respect, and she continues to work toward creating spaces where caregivers feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.