The first 5 to 8 years of life permanently influence a child’s personality, habits, and social-emotional intelligence, forming the foundation for the future. Yet, parents—the most critical influence—often lack the support they need. TrueGenius is here to change that with a whole family curriculum approach to ensure parents have the tools they need to create the best possible future for their children.
A rich, holistic environment fosters the best outcomes—social, emotional, motor, and cognitive skills, plus enrichment activities like arts, science, & real-world experiences.
Parenting can be challenging, and many parents feel overwhelmed and uncertain. We provide expert guidance for all stages of childhood.
It’s about more than learning—it's about family well-being. We support healthy habits, stress management, and strong relationships for parents and kids.
The son of a preschool teacher, Jason Bern saw firsthand the power of family in early learning. He built a virtual preschool platform serving hundreds of families and founded TrueGenius to take it further—equipping parents with expert resources, community support, and the confidence to nurture their child’s growth beyond the classroom.
With 35 years in early childhood education, Carol Dobyns is an expert in operations, acquisitions, and talent management. She has successfully integrated dozens of schools, retaining top educators and maintaining high standards in compliance and care. At TrueGenius, Carol builds and scales thriving schools while preserving the strong relationships that make early learning impactful.
A veteran in business scaling and M&A, Mike Addison has led over 300 deals and built companies past $200M. With expertise in optimizing service-based businesses, he ensures TrueGenius operates efficiently, grows sustainably, and remains financially strong—so educators and families can focus on what matters most.
Daniel Rezko brings extensive experience in acquisitions, redevelopment, and financial strategy. As President of DAC Developments and a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, he brings strategic expertise to TrueGenius, ensuring a bright future for schools, educators, and the families they serve.
Research from the Harvard Center on the Developing Child shows that 90% of brain development happens before age 7. Yet, parents receive little guidance on how to shape this crucial period. TrueGenius provides whole-family strategies that drive better long-term outcomes.
Parents’ engagement is the #1 predictor of a child’s success
Early support for families reduces future challenges
Strong childhood foundations lead to healthier, more resilient adults
