The Power of Community: Stories, Strategies & Shared Strength

Community doesn’t happen by accident, it’s built through courage, consistency, and connection. In this warm and engaging session, you’ll hear from leaders who have cultivated thriving communities within the household staffing industry and beyond. They’ll share how they started, what keeps them going, and why community remains the heart of their work. Come ready to listen, learn, and be inspired. You’ll leave with practical insights, renewed motivation, and a deeper sense of what’s possible when you choose to build community with purpose.
Sarah Washburn is the proud owner and founder of The Washburn Agency. Holding a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management from Endicott College, she has propelled the agency to be widely recognized as one of Boston’s top household staffing firms. Sarah brings a perspective shaped by experience on both sides of the placement process, through her firsthand work as a nanny and personal assistant, as well as through employing nannies for her own children. She is dedicated to supporting and advancing the household staffing industry, serving on the Board of Directors for the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA) and hosting International Nanny Training Day (iNNTD) Boston. Residing north of Boston, Sarah enjoys spending her free time exploring the world with her husband and two young sons.