40+ years combined experience in early childhood education
Jason Bern - CEO & Founder
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.
Carol Dobyns – Chief Operating Officer
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.
Mike Addison – Chairman
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 – Investor
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.