Amy Aceto-Hitchinson is a respected leader in early childhood development and an accomplished investment executive with more than three decades of experience building, operating, and governing diversified enterprises across real estate, international partnerships, and mission driven organizations. She has founded and lead 3 non-profit agencies and is actively developing a foundation dedicated to advancing education initiatives in Italy. Ms. Aceto-Hitchinson holds a master’s degree in sociology from National Louis University and a nonprofit financial literacy certification, which support her strategic and fiscally responsible leadership approach. Her work with Neighborhood Housing Services created lasting community impact, helping more than 17 families secure housing through corporate partnerships and volunteer driven initiatives. She is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the Forbes Business Council and the National Accreditation Association for Early Childhood. Recognized through multiple industry honors and publications, she remains deeply passionate about her mission. Looking ahead, Ms. Aceto-Hitchinson is focused on bringing privatized early education models from the United States to Italy, guided by her belief that early education is both her purpose and her calling.