Kathe Petchel

Kathe Petchel is a professional with extensive experience in early childhood education and business development. Kathe currently serves as a National and International Early Childhood Speaker and Presenter at HINGE Brokers, where Kathe also holds various titles such as Broker Support and Staff and Program Operations Consultant, Business Development Specialist, and Senior Client Relations Manager. Prior to this role, Kathe worked as a Kindergarten Teacher and First Grade Teacher at Albemarle County Public Schools. Additionally, Kathe is the Founder and President of Bright Beginnings Pre Schools, which Kathe established in 1984 and currently operates multiple locations in Central Virginia. Kathe holds a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Penn State University.