Welcome to Emerging Practices
Exploring what’s next in Early Care and Education - because if we want different results, we have to do things differently.
Our Expertise
At Emerging Practices, we bring 25+ years of experience in Early Care and Education with a focus on bold, forward-thinking solutions. Our work centers on:
Child Care Operations & Business Strategy – Supporting providers with practical, sustainable tools for success.
Technology & Data Innovation – Using emerging tech and smart data to improve systems and outcomes.
Policy & Systems Change – Bridging providers, policymakers, and leaders to drive lasting reform.
Nonprofit & Regulatory Expertise – Grounded in deep knowledge of public systems, compliance, and impact.
We believe real change requires new approaches—and we're here to make them possible.
Our Services
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With a focus on how technology impacts child care providers, our clients trust us to help them implement solutions that will result in streamlining and automation, as well as enhanced data visibility for stakeholders.
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From concept to execution, we design and scale innovative programs that transform the ECE sector.
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We optimize child care operations with proven strategies, ensuring efficiency and quality for providers and families.
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We harness data to uncover insights and inform decisions, strengthening child care systems with precision and purpose.
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Our expertise in policy and advocacy bridges gaps between private sector and government stakeholders, building relationships and driving meaningful industry advancements.
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We design solutions to meet employer-sponsored child care needs, enhancing workforce support and family well-being.
Mia Pritts, Founder & Principal Consultant
Mia Pritts brings over 25 years of experience in Early Care and Education, with deep expertise in child care operations, business strategy, and provider support. She spent 12 years in center- and home-based programs before moving into leadership roles at Early Learning Ventures and Wonderschool, where she helped develop and scale tools that support providers nationwide.
As a consultant, Mia partners with organizations such as Opportunities Exchange and the National Association for Family Child Care, as well as nonprofits, funders, and startups launching innovative child care solutions. Her work spans shared services, technology platforms, employer-sponsored care, and systems-building initiatives.
Mia is passionate about elevating home-based care and building stronger bridges between providers, policymakers, and business leaders. She holds degrees from Michigan State University and the University of Colorado Denver and serves on the Advisory Board for Cal Poly San Luis Obispo’s Psychology and Child Development Department.
Outside of work, Mia loves adventuring with her husband and two children, spending time outdoors, and volunteering in her community.
