The INA Board of Directors are representatives of the INA Membership, which consist of nannies, newborn care specialists, caregivers, educators, agency owners, business staff, parents and industry service providers. Each year the Nominating Committee strives to bring the membership nominees who will serve the organization to its fullest and meet or exceed the qualifications required to be eligible to serve on the Board of Directors. Once the nominees are accepted, a ballot is presented to the INA membership to cast their votes.
Voting begins today, Saturday, June 13, 2026, and ends on Thursday, June 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM US Eastern Standard Time.
Members can VOTE NOW. You will need your login credentials to complete the ballot. Let the office know if you need help with that. Log into your Member Portal at nanny.org
- Each nominee for Board of Directors is listed individually
- Vote “YES” if you would like that individual to be given a 2-year term on the INA Board of Directors
- Vote “NO” if you do not want that individual to be given a 2-year term on the INA Board of Directors.
- There is a space to leave comments. Be sure to submit your form when done.
Please note: You can vote for any or all of the nominees presented. You are not limited to picking just one candidate. Please vote for any / all candidates you wish to see serve on the INA Board.
Thaty Oliveira, MEd, MM
Current INA Membership Category: INA NOTY Legacy Membership
What skills do you feel you possess that would help serve the INA?
My education, management, and leadership background (Master’s of Education and Master’s of Management in Human Leadership and Organizational Dynamics), along with my professional, advocacy, and board experience, has equipped me with a significant variety of skills that will be of great asset to the INA.
Just to name a few, I look forward to getting back to the Education committee and the Government Affairs. I also have extensive experience – and training – with public speaking and PR, and can probably also advise the marketing committee.
What additional personal or professional information would you like to share?
I believe I have been involved in various leadership roles in the industry for over a decade with a solid background and unwavering committment that are the greatest testimony of my capability and expertise to bring to the board and I am excited with the opportunity to go back.
Biography
Thaty Oliveira, MEd, MM, is an award-winning educator and nationally recognized leader in the nanny and early childhood field. She holds multiple professional credentials, including a Certificate in Early Education Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and has been featured in major media outlets such as BBC’s The Conversation, The Boston Globe, and The New York Times. Her work has been recognized by organizations including the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the City of Cambridge. With over 20 years of experience as a career nanny, Thaty brings deep, frontline insight into the needs of children, families, and caregivers. She is a respected advocate for the domestic work and childcare workforce, actively engaging with policymakers to advance equitable standards and professional recognition within the industry. Thaty is also the founder of The Nanny Breakfast Club, a mentorship community she launched in 2014 that grew to serve more than 350 members. As an entrepreneur and educator, she provides coaching and professional development training to nannies and agencies worldwide. Now based on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula, Thaty continues to combine hands-on care with leadership, education, and advocacy at both local and national levels.
Cate Matijevich
Current INA Membership Category Childcare Professional
What skills do you feel you possess that would help serve the INA?
I bring a combination of strategic, interpersonal, and operational skills that allow me to contribute meaningfully to the INA and support its continued growth.
I have strong communication and relationship-building skills, which enable me to engage thoughtfully with members, board peers, sponsors, and partners. I am particularly skilled at navigating sensitive or complex situations with diplomacy, ensuring that people feel heard while still moving work forward.
I also bring strategic thinking and execution- the ability to see the bigger picture while translating ideas into actionable and thoughtful plans. This has been especially valuable in areas such as conference development, sponsorship growth, and strengthening organizational processes.
My understanding of governance and nonprofit leadership allows me to operate with integrity, confidentiality, and accountability. I respect established structures while also recognizing opportunities for thoughtful evolution that better serve the organization and its members.
Additionally, I offer a unique ability to bridge perspectives, connecting lived industry experience with research and emerging best practices. This allows me to contribute to conversations around professional standards, workforce development, and the long-term direction of the INA in a way that is both grounded and forward-looking.
Above all, I bring emotional intelligence, discretion, and a strong sense of responsibility in representing the organization. I approach this work with care, intention, and a genuine commitment to the INA community.
What additional personal or professional information would you like to share?
In addition to my professional experience, I bring a deep, long-standing commitment to the INA and the community it serves. I was an engaged member for many years before stepping into board service, which has given me a meaningful understanding of the organization’s history, its evolving identity, and the experiences of its members across different stages of their careers.
My career in private service has largely been within high-level, complex household environments, where discretion, adaptability, and trust are essential. These experiences have shaped how I approach leadership—prioritizing thoughtful decision-making, clear communication, and a strong sense of responsibility to the people and systems I support.
I am also currently pursuing doctoral research focused on defining professional qualification within private household and estate management. This work reflects my broader commitment to helping bring greater clarity, structure, and recognition to our field, and I see the INA as a critical platform for advancing that conversation.
More personally, I approach this work with intention and care. I value creating space for diverse perspectives, contributing in a way that is both constructive and collaborative, and being part of an organization that is willing to reflect, grow, and evolve. I am committed to supporting the INA not only in its current work, but in shaping a thoughtful and sustainable future for the profession.
Biography
Cate Matijevich is an experienced estate and household management professional whose career began in hands-on nanny roles, giving her a deep, practical understanding of in-home childcare and family dynamics. Over time, she transitioned into leading operations for complex private households, overseeing staffing, project management, vendor coordination, and large-scale home builds with discretion, strategic oversight, and a hospitality-driven approach. Known for bringing structure to dynamic environments, Cate specializes in creating sustainable systems that support both families and the professionals who serve them. Cate has been an active member of the International Nanny Association for over a decade and currently serves in executive leadership. During her tenure, she played a key role in transforming the INA Chapters initiative into what is now known as the Ambassador Program—expanding community connection and engagement across the industry. She continues to contribute to conference strategy, professional development initiatives, and long-term organizational planning. Blending operational expertise with industry advocacy, Cate is passionate about strengthening professional identity, career pathways, and retention within the in-home workforce while helping private service professionals thrive at the highest level.
Danny Rosenthal
Current INA Membership Category Placement Agency
Why are you wanting to return for another term (2 years) to the INA Board of Directors?
My number 1 goal is to create momentum on getting more members.
Over the past term, I’ve had the opportunity to see both the strengths of the INA and the areas where we can continue to grow. That perspective has made me even more committed to the work.
I also want to continue contributing to that progress by helping the INA stay relevant, accessible, and genuinely useful to the people it serves. I care deeply about this industry, and I believe another term allows me to make a more meaningful, lasting impact.
What do you feel is the most important contribution you can make to the INA Board of Directors?
Helping the INA better connect with, and represent, the full childcare ecosystem as it exists today. There’s still a gap between how different roles in our industry are perceived… nannies, sitters, agencies… and I believe one of the most important things we can do is continue to bridge that by elevating all of them and showing how they work together. I can contribute by bringing a grounded, real-world perspective from working closely with agencies and caregivers every day, and helping shape initiatives, content, and conversations that actually resonate.
Biography
Danny Rosenthal is a childcare industry leader, agency owner, and advocate with over 15 years of professional experience. He is the founder of United Nanny, author of Nanny ABCs: The Sitter’s Handbook, and serves as Director of Community & Partnerships at Enginehire, where he works closely with agency owners to improve recruiting, operations, and growth. Danny also hosts the How to Build a Care Agency podcast, highlighting leaders shaping the future of the industry. He brings a practical, real-world perspective to the INA Board and is committed to strengthening connections between caregivers, agencies, and the broader childcare community.