Our Story
Helping Childcare Centers Grow — Without Burning Out the People Who Run Them
GrowHaven Consulting was founded with one clear mission: To help childcare centers grow sustainably — with strong systems, empowered teams, and confident leadership.
After years working inside high-volume childcare operations, leading teams, rebuilding departments, and managing performance across multiple locations, one pattern became clear: Most centers don’t fail because of passion. They struggle because of systems.
Built From Real Operational Experience
GrowHaven Consulting wasn’t created in a classroom — it was built inside real childcare environments. Through hands-on leadership in childcare operations, we’ve managed large-scale teams, overseen major department rebuilds, and improved staffing, engagement, and operational performance. We’ve seen what works, what doesn’t, and how quickly things improve when the right systems are in place.
Why We Started
Many childcare owners feel isolated while carrying the weight of staffing, licensing, and financial pressure. GrowHaven was created to be that structured support — offering practical, implementable strategy and operational clarity for long-term sustainability.
Our Philosophy
We believe strong childcare centers are built on three pillars: People (onboarding & expectations), Systems (processes & SOPs), and Sustainability (profitability without burnout). When those three align, everything changes.
Who We Serve & The Vision Ahead
We partner with independent centers, multi-location operators, and new founders ready to elevate their operations. Our movement toward operational excellence supports childcare leaders nationwide — building strong centers where families and staff thrive.
Let’s Build Your Haven
If you’re ready to move from constant problem-solving to confident leadership, schedule a discovery call today and let’s build something sustainable.
Peter Schmitz
Founder
Peter Schmitz is the Founder of GrowHaven Consulting, where he helps childcare center owners strengthen operations, build high-performing teams, and create sustainable growth systems. With hands-on leadership experience in high-volume childcare environments, he brings a systems-driven, people-first approach to improving performance and reducing owner burnout. His focus is simple: helping centers grow with clarity, structure, and confidence.
Kari Watson
Partner
Kari Watson is a results-driven sales professional with experience in healthcare solutions at Best Buy Business. In her role within the healthcare sales department, she partnered with organizations to deliver technology solutions that improved operational efficiency and patient experience. Kari is known for her relationship-focused approach, strategic thinking, and ability to translate complex solutions into clear, client-centered outcomes.