HINGE Advisors

15/09/2026

“We didn’t want just any partner. We wanted the right one.” ⭐

That’s what these franchise founders told us, and it’s a mindset we profoundly respect. With serious interest from close to 20 investment groups, our team guided them through every conversation until they found the right fit all around.

Get the full scoop here: https://hubs.ly/Q04xxb-G0

14/09/2026

You built your schools organically. Now you're wondering whether an investment partner could take them further and what that would cost you in control, culture, and quality.

Join HINGE Founder & CEO Kathy Ligon and Nan Rikard, founder of one of the largest childcare brands in the U.S., as they walk multi-site owners through what to look for in a partner. You'll learn how to evaluate who's approaching you, get aligned on goals before anything is signed, and grow your portfolio without losing what your schools are known for.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🚀 Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04xnPRc0

21/08/2026

When efforts to sell this gem of a preschool through traditional real estate brokers fell short, our team was honored to step in and get the deal done.

Turning to an ECE advisor allowed the owner to have their school marketed confidentially to a broad network of education buyers and get the expert guidance that would ultimately bring the transaction to a successful close — for maximum value. 🔑

This story is a good lesson for all ECE owners 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04tQjv20

18/08/2026

to a good one with some of the HINGE team! We love getting out of the office for lunch and taking a lap around Unity Park, right near our Greenville, SC headquarters!

Greenville does not make it hard to want to be outside 🌳 👏

16/08/2026

Some favorites from our last VALUE Workshop. Newport Beach is next — September 17-18 at Balboa Bay Resort! 🌊

VALUE gives you time with the nation’s top ECE transaction advisors through one-on-one coaching and expert presentations. You’ll walk away understanding how ECE businesses and real estate are valued, what the selling process involves, and how to prepare well before you’re ready to make a move.

Curious to learn more about VALUE? Visit our website 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04sM86m0

14/08/2026

Nancy and Rick Kodama spent years building Kid’s World Learning Center into one of Texas’s highest-rated childcare programs. When it was time to sell, they knew they needed experienced professionals in their corner.

Bringing in the right team made all the difference. ⭐

See how we helped the Kodamas turn years of hard work into the exit they deserved: https://hubs.ly/Q04t28RS0

12/08/2026

📣 Your leadership team's development plan starts here! Leadership Sprints with Certified Leadership Coach Tom Wood begin Tuesday, September 8th.

Over 8 weeks, you and/or your team can join focused 45-minute sessions built to strengthen teamwork, communication, and confidence with skills that can be put to use both at work and at home.

There are two ways to join:
- Team Leadership Sprints: weekly sessions for your whole leadership team, with 25+ customizable topics, homework to reinforce learning, and scheduling coordinated directly with your organization.
- SOLO Leadership Sprints: small-group weekly sessions with fixed topics and limited seats!

Learn more and register! 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q04sM3Rq0

10/08/2026

Owning childcare property can be one of the most powerful drivers of long-term wealth, but deciding whether to sell or hold isn't always straightforward.

Join HINGE Founder & CEO Kathy Ligon and childcare real estate expert Mike Pepper as they weigh the pros and cons of different ECE real estate strategies. From selling your property to leveraging real estate equity for growth or retaining property as a long-term investment, this session will help you evaluate your options and make a move that supports your goals.

📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
⏰ 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🚀 Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q04spkNJ0

06/08/2026

The owners of this Florida early education business set out to secure a deal that reflected their true value — and that’s exactly what happened. 🎉

With interest from a range of buyers, our team ran a confidential, competitive process from start to finish. See how we helped these sellers achieve a clean exit: https://hubs.ly/Q04s5Grx0

31/07/2026