Robin Marx-Mackerley, MS, is a former Early Head Start and Head Start director. She is an instructor with the University of Nevada, Reno, extension program.

Teresa Byington, PhD, is a professional-learning veteran with deep experience as a facilitator, trainer, speaker, and professional. She is currently a professor/state specialist in early childhood education for the University of Nevada, Reno, Cooperative Extension. She has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including Young Children, Young Exceptional Children, and The Reading Teacher. Dr. Byington earned her PhD from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas in special education with an emphasis in early childhood education. She loves being engaged in professional learning. She facilitates several communities of practice and Professional Learning Communities for leaders, trainers, coaches and teachers. Byington trains early childhood trainers and coaches. She developed the Reflective Strength-Based Coaching Model. She enjoys presenting at local, state and national conferences.

Sarah E. Wright, MEd, is a former preschool teacher and director. She has extensive experience in coaching, training, and managing programs, volunteers, and educators. Currently, she is the coordinator of early childhood education at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and supervises Child Development Associate education programs.