Management

As COO, Melanie translates TCC Solutions’ mission and goals into actionable steps and initiatives that drive the organization and client forward. Melanie is an innovative, purpose-driven leader who collaborates with other TCC Solutions executives to ensure operational effectiveness at all levels. Melanie provides leadership for client projects and is highly engaged in strategic planning for TCC Solutions’ product and service offerings. Melanie has over 25 years of experience in early education. She owned and operated a licensed child care home, was a vital consultant for the design and implementation of Indiana’s QRIS, and was appointed as the Indiana State Child Care Administrator. Melanie directed the design and implementation of Indiana’s first pre-K program, a mixed-delivery system serving 4-year-old children from low-income families. Melanie also worked for ICF as the senior director of the Child Care State Capacity Building Center (SCBC) under a contract with the U.S. Office of Child Care. Melanie is a board member of First Children’s Finance and is also a recipient of the Indiana Governor’s Sagamore of the Wabash award for making a difference in the lives of young children.

“Robust, nimble and responsive early childhood data systems are essential to informed policies that support families with young children to thrive. The result is a brighter future for all.”