Our Founders
Martese Amerson: Owner
Mr. Amerson is the co-owner of The Kids Depot Daycare in Lima, Ohio. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from Wright State University (2005) and is certified as an Early Childhood Teacher. Martese has been an active contributor to his family-run daycare in Ohio. He has since followed his passion to fulfill his dream of opening a learning center for children in the Chicago area.
Dr. Bob Hirsch: Owner
Dr. Bob Hirsch, known affectionately as Dr. Bob by his young clients, is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with young children and their families. He possesses a unique passion in providing services for youth, particularly those with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. He earned his Master's Degree in Community Counseling from Loyola University Chicago (2000) and his Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology (2005). Dr. Bob is a long-time resident of Logan Square.
Elin Valentin: Director/Owner
Ms. Elin has over 15 years of experience in working with children; as a nanny, childcare teacher and for various non-profit organizations. She has earned an Associates of Arts degree in Childhood Development, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. As the Director of Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center, Ms. Elin has helped promote a loving, nurturing, safe and enjoyable environment for all the children in our care, their families and our wonderful allomothers. At the onset of 2025, Ms. Elin proudly became co-owner at Bright Beginnings, further promoting consistency and stability in her dual role as Director and Owner
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There are jobs - and then there are careers. By becoming an Allomother, you have the opportunity to obtain a truly meaningful career...one in which your passion, love, nurturance and creativity will be life-giving to each child and their family.
Our story is one of humble beginnings, as Bright Beginnings was created and built from the ground up, with the vision of providing exceptional child-care that is individualized, relationship-based and thru the lens of a child psychologist.
