Twenty years ago, I started a journey with one simple goal: to make a positive difference in the lives of early childhood educators. What began as Tym The Trainer has grown into a trusted resource for thousands of child care owners, directors, teachers, and leadership teams who are passionate about providing the very best for children and families.
As we celebrate our 20th anniversary, I want to begin by saying thank you.
Thank you for attending our trainings, inviting us into your programs, trusting us with your professional growth, and allowing us to be a part of your leadership journey. Your support, encouragement, and belief in our mission have made this milestone possible.
Today, I am excited to share the next chapter of that journey.
Introducing...
The Source
Training. Motivating. Consulting.
While our name is changing, our heart, our mission, and our commitment to serving the early childhood community remain exactly the same.
In many ways, this new name reflects who we have already become.
Over the years, many of you have come to us for much more than training. You have reached out for guidance on leadership challenges, employee relations, licensing questions, organizational growth, business strategy, and navigating the ever-changing landscape of early education. We have been honored to walk alongside you through both your greatest successes and your toughest moments.
We realized that we had become more than a trainer.
We had become a trusted source.
The Source represents a place where leaders find answers, educators find encouragement, programs discover solutions, and organizations grow stronger. It reflects our commitment to being a dependable partner that provides clarity, support, and direction while helping you achieve your goals.
As part of this exciting evolution, we are expanding the ways we serve you.
In addition to our nationally recognized professional development and leadership training, The Source now offers:
- Comprehensive Professional Development
- Leadership Coaching and Executive Development
- Human Resources Support
- Risk Management Services
- Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Guidance
- Organizational Consulting
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Team Building and Culture Development
- Strategic Planning and Business Growth Support
Our vision is to become your single, trusted resource for every stage of your program's journey-from developing exceptional teachers to building extraordinary leadership teams and creating thriving organizations.
What does this mean for you?
It means more support.
More expertise.
More resources.
More solutions.
More opportunities to help your program succeed.
Most importantly, it means you'll continue working with the same dedicated team you've come to know and trust - now with even greater resources and expanded services designed to meet the growing needs of today's early education community.
As we look toward the future, our purpose remains unchanged: to strengthen early education by investing in the people who make it possible every day. When educators are supported, leaders are empowered, and programs are equipped to thrive, children and families benefit most.
This is not just a new logo or a new name.
It is a renewed commitment to the work we love and the community we proudly serve.
We are incredibly excited to begin this next chapter with you and hope you'll continue to be part of our journey as we celebrate 20 years of service and look ahead to the future.
Thank you for your trust, your partnership, and the opportunity to serve you. We can't wait to show you everything that The Source has to offer.
With sincere gratitude,
Tymothy Smith
Founder & CEO
The Source
Training. Motivating. Consulting.
Lighting the Way for Early Education
"For 20 years, you've trusted us to help you grow. Today, we're expanding that promise by becoming the trusted source for everything your program needs to succeed."