A letter from our CEO
Diane Branco
CEO
Hi There!
My name is Diane. I am a Jersey City mom, and the owner of World of Wonder daycare center (WOW) and Wowkids, LLC in Hoboken, NJ.
I spent a decade working in corporate America before taking the leap and opening up my own daycare business. After leaving my job at Merrill Lynch in late 2006, I dedicated a full year in 2007, researching the needs and logistics of childcare in the local community of Hoboken. Finally, on January 2nd, 2008, I had the pleasure of opening the doors to Word of Wonder Daycare Center.
My own personal journey into motherhood began as a first-time mom in June 2003. This is also when my internal conflict began as a working mother. I struggled between my wish to continue my work, feelings of guilt for not staying home with my daughter, and the worry of trusting someone else to care for her. The conflict was all too daunting and frustrating!
I was certain, however, that I would be a better mom, wife and friend if I continued in my role as a working mother. So, after years of struggling to strike the "right" balance between motherhood and work, a failed nanny experience, endless support from my husband, and research, the WOW family was created.
Personally, one of the most invaluable aspects of motherhood that I have discovered is the benefit of fostering a supportive social network around my family.
For this reason, my goal as a daycare owner is to make WOW your home away from home and to help you build a community where you are able to cultivate lifelong relationships for both you and your children. I believe that this undoubtedly helps families ease into this next chapter of their lives.
When I am not at work, you can find me spending time with my family in the quiet and peaceful mountains of the Poconos or dancing to the beat of Latin music in Zumba class!
I very much look forward to welcoming you to our WOW family. Let us help create a memorable experience for you and your children marked by endless growth and fun!
Sincerely,
Diane Branco
CEO/Owner