Ivybrook Academy
Jamie Smith currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Ivybrook Academy and the Board Chair at New Dimensions Charter School. With extensive experience in marketing, Jamie founded strategysmith marketing, specializing in business-focused marketing solutions. Previous roles include Director of Digital Strategy at VanNoppen Marketing, LLC, and Chief Strategy Officer at Posse Social Media. Jamie has also worked as an independent contractor in leadership development, served as Operations Leader for The Matthew Poore Leadership Group, and held marketing positions at Carolina Asphalt and Charlotte Rescue Mission. Jamie holds a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, an MS in Management and Leadership from Montreat College, and a BA in Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina Asheville.
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Ivybrook Academy
Founded by a former schoolteacher looking to improve the quality of preschool education, Ivybrook Academy is a national franchise company offering enriching half-day programs for children ages 18 months to 6 years at campuses across the United States. Our proprietary curriculum blends Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Multiple Intelligences, providing a dynamic learning experience that meets children where they are. Our educators focus on individualized learning, exploration, and holistic development. Children engage in project-based learning, hands-on activities, and collaborative play in a nurturing environment. At Ivybrook Academy, our proven approach ensures that each child's unique needs and interests are supported, providing an educational experience that not only prepares children for academic success but also fosters a life-long love of learning. Our company has been recognized as an Entrepreneur Magazine Top 500 and continues to expand with dedicated local franchise owners interested in making a difference in the lives of families across the country.