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We specialize in selling early education businesses.

Formed in 2003, HINGE Early Education Brokers is the nation’s leading expert in growing and selling private early education businesses — successfully closing more than 175 educational transactions over the years. The HINGE team, comprised of former childcare business owners, financial experts, and commercial and real estate brokers, has more than 250 years of combined industry experience and proud

ly maintains strong relationships with more than 400 active buyers. HINGE follows a proven process that has resulted in a 95% close rate for listed companies and more than $500 Million gained in value for our clients.

13/06/2026

to when the HINGE team took over Fluor Field for a The Greenville Drive game! ⚾

Good seats, great company, and a reminder that the people you work with matter as much as the work itself. 💙

11/06/2026

🚨 ECE Owners: If you’ve received an offer to buy your business, don’t commit before getting a second opinion.

Buyers who reach out directly have already done their homework. They know your market and your numbers. But is their offer actually a good deal for you?

We’ll tell you quickly — at no cost.

Request an expert opinion today: https://hubs.ly/Q04l3t9T0

08/06/2026

If you’re an owner thinking about an eventual exit, knowing who’s at the table and what they’re looking for could be the difference between a good deal and a great one.

Join Kathy Ligon for a deep dive into today’s ECE buyer landscape — discover who’s buying, who’s investing, and how to get in front of the right people confidentially.

📅 Tuesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🚀 Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04kt0l30

03/06/2026

💡 Do you know what your school is actually worth — and why that number is so important?

Contrary to popular belief, valuation isn’t just a tool for selling. In her latest Exchange Press Owner’s Circle article, HINGE Advisors Founder & CEO Kathy Ligon explains how understanding your school’s business value can help you spend smarter, make better decisions, and forge a more confident path forward.

Access the article here 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04jVJxd0

26/05/2026

When buyers come calling, it can feel like the right time to sell. But the first offer isn’t always the best outcome ❗

After receiving unsolicited interest from multiple large childcare groups, this owner was savvy enough to let us run a valuation and help them explore their options before making any moves.

The result?

A competitive offer delivering more than $1 million in additional value — and a better culture fit. 🙌

Read more about the deal and what ECE owners should consider when buyers come calling: https://hubs.ly/Q04hVzKD0

19/05/2026

When owners Desiree and Chris Mastroianni were ready to transition Happy Hearts on the Hudson and Happy Hearts Take Two, they’d already tried going direct to some of the largest names in early education without any luck.

After realizing why so many ECE owners choose to be represented by specialized transaction advisors, they brought our team in, and the difference was immediate ➡️ 20 interested buyers, 4 competitive offers, and a close that reflected the full value of what they’d spent two decades creating.

Read the full story on our website: https://hubs.ly/Q04h6Bmz0

11/05/2026

Want to get the inside scoop on selling your childcare?

Join us on Wednesday for a candid panel discussion featuring Founders Kristen Waterfield (The Malvern School) and Andy Sherrard (O2B Kids) — two well-respected owners who have successfully sold their ECE businesses and real estate. They’ll share what went well, what they’d do differently, and the real-world insights they wish they had before going through the process.

If you’re thinking about an eventual exit, this is the session you don’t want to miss.

📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
⏰ 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🚀 Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04g6ldc0

01/05/2026

We’re honored to share that we’ve been recognized in the 24th Annual American Business Awards, earning two national honors from among 3,600+ nominations across the country!

🏆 HINGE Advisors was awarded a Gold honor in the Education & EdTech category, recognizing our work to strengthen and elevate early childhood education as a critical part of our economy and communities.

🏆 Our SHIFT Childcare Leaders Conference was also recognized in the Community Engagement Event category for bringing together leaders across the ECE landscape and serving as a catalyst for shared progress nationwide.

We’re sincerely grateful for every single team member, partner, and friend who has supported these efforts and continues to help us advocate for the industry. These are honors we share with you! 💙

Read the full announcement here: https://hubs.ly/Q04f5sk-0

27/04/2026

Many of today’s strongest ECE opportunities aren’t in the markets you’d expect. 💡

Buyer demand is deeper and more geographically diverse than most owners realize. When that demand aligns with thoughtful timing and a disciplined process, the results can speak for themselves.

Sincere congratulations to our longtime friends, the Kraus family, on their exceptional journey and legacy. 🐞

Read their story here: https://hubs.ly/Q04dx7340

21/04/2026

This is what it means to be a GCCA member. 🌟

While many centers are struggling with enrollment, our members are getting direct access to the strategies that actually move the needle.

On April 28, we are hosting Kathy Ligon of HINGE Advisors—a national expert in child care enrollment—for a private Town Hall designed to give you a competitive edge. Built directly from your feedback in the 2026 GCCA Pulse Survey, this session tackles exactly what you need right now.

You will walk away with:
✔️ Clear ways to turn interest into enrollment
✔️ Practical strategies to increase occupancy

🗓️ Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM (Virtual)
🔒 GCCA Members Only | Registration Required

👉 Register here: https://www.georgiachildcare.org/events/april-2026-virtual-town-hall

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