A one day event that will spread the fun and learning of Nannypalooza to nannies all over the US! Why will we do this? We have been doing Nannypalooza, our 2 day national conference, for 4 years. We have learned quite a bit about conference planning and one of the main things that people have consistently asked for is a conference is planned in their neighborhood. We have also been mandated by our community to offer excellent quality training at an affordable price. We can not provide a good price for a weekend long conference in some locations due to travel costs, banquet pricing and hotel availability. Therefore we thought that this unique idea would allow us to reach out to nannies who are unable to travel but still want to connect with other colleagues and grow as a professional. It will also allow agencies and related businesses to connect with the nannies in their market. Networking at a local level makes a big difference to these business members. How will it work? Nannies, nanny agencies, and nanny groups all across the US will agree to hold a one day nannypalooza like event. The event will consist of 2 workshops but could also include a meal, bonus workshops, a social mixer component or any other creative idea. We hold these events in locations all across the country and promote it nationally. We would list events on the NANC website and promote them via message boards, targeted email blasts, twitter, facebook and press releases. These events would have a similar theme of Nannies Across America. Event organizers would be supported through the main NANC organization. We can help with things like, securing speakers, templates for printed materials, group conference calls to brainstorm ideas and troubleshoot and in many other ways. We are coordinating with The Association for Professional Nannies and their National Nanny Recognition Week in September. Nannypalooza will kick off the week with events held on September 18th and 19th. NNRW continues through September 25th. We look forward to this great partnership!!

Each event will need an organizer! Why not you! At the local level we will be recruiting organizers, nanny groups, individuals, agencies and others who want to put together their own event.  Each organizer will be responsible for: Finding a suitable location for a one day event  Securing 2 or more speakers - 1 for a professional development workshop and 1 for a childcare topic  Choosing topics and workshops that are of interest to nannies in your community  Promoting your event.   Personalizing your event with options like meals, social components, thematic elements etc...  Providing a welcoming atmosphere for ALL who wish to attend   Collecting any money for event and spending it all on event needs      NANC will support you by:   Providing you with an event template based on our success  Promoting your event within our community and outside of it  Connecting you to other organizations and businesses in your area if possible  Providing you with support to help with any “bumps in the road"

What’s in it for you?  Putting together an event like this is no small matter. Even a one day Nannypalooza will require a great deal of hard work and dedication.  So why should you plan an event in your area? There are so many benefits for an agency, support group or individual to do this event.  What a great way to increase your membership! Reaching out into the community you will be able to introduce others to your business or organization. Great way to make contacts! A fabulous way to show your appreciation for the nannies in your area.  Local press will get info on the event and this may be a way to garner some attention.  For agencies, well trained nannies are easier to place and demand higher salaries. This investment of time and energy will yield rewards in the long run.  For support groups what a great way to celebrate NNRW. Many groups already do a successful event similar to Nannypalooza. This is a great way to join with nannies all over the country to celebrate!  For individuals, if you have been feeling like there are no other nannies in your area, like you are all alone this could give you an opportunity to find others and connect!  AND most of all it is fun. For all the hard work and time spent each year, it all is worth it when you come together to laugh, learn and support each other. FUN! That is a great reason!

TO HOST AN EVENT   You must be willing to keep cost to no more than $25 per nanny which should cover only your costs. No PROFIT can be made from the event.    The event must be open to all in home caregivers, related businesses and all those within the nanny community.  The event must be promoted to your community.  The event must include information on joining NANC and APN.  The event must include a professional development component and a childcare component. The training must be given by a credible source. The event must be held on the specific date provided by NANC and APN.

The Fine Print NANC will approve and promote one Nannypalooza event per metropolitan area.  Each event must have ONE main coordinator who…  is a current NANC member.  is fully responsible for all the details involved in the planning and hosting of the event (we expect each coordinator to have lots of help from others in their area but at the end of the day, the buck stops with the main coordinator).  embraces the cooperative, inclusive spirit of Nannypalooza and whenever possible, works with other groups, businesses and individuals in the local area to enhance the overall success of the event.  commits to meeting the deadlines outlined in the Planner’s Handbook.  has the initiative and follow-up ability to host a successful event.  Eligible coordinators will be approved on a first come, first served basis. NANC will provide each coordinator with ample resources, support and promotion.  However, NANC will not provide any of the hands on work needed to plan and host a successful event.  That is the sole responsibility of the event team. All workshops and trainers must be approved by NANC. NANC will not provide any funding or fundraising events for any Nannypalooza events. NANC will not collect or distribute any funds associated with any Nannypalooza event. All funds collected or raised for a Nannypalooza event must be used for the event.  Money or items may be collected for a local charity.  The term Nannypalooza can only be used in association with an NANC approved event.

A community that longs for connections.  There are many nannies who want to attend conferences but can’t afford the travel or get time off from work. There are many nannies who do not see the value of attending workshops or conferences. There are literally thousands of nannies who are unconnected to support of any kind, whether it be a national organization, local support group, or even other nanny friends. There are agencies who long to reach out to local nannies but need help finding them. There are new agencies looking to introduce themselves to the community.    Local conference have much to offer. Smaller events mean lower costs. Local events can be tailored to the audience they serve. Nannies who might not want to give up a whole weekend, might stop by for a few workshops to see what it is all about. More local offerings mean we can reach out in new ways to those caregivers who do not belong to any groups. Agencies can connect to local nannies and make important referral connections.    It is a win-win for us all!  Working together we build a stronger community and can grow together!