Nevada Business Magazine Spotlights Small Strides Success

In this inspiring feature by Nevada Business Magazine, Ryan Nicole Putzer, President and Founder of Small Strides, reflects on her journey of building a successful childcare business in Northern Nevada. Over the past 16 years, Ryan has grown Small Strides into a trusted community cornerstone, driven by her passion for early childhood education and her commitment to hiring dedicated, like-minded individuals. In the interview, she shares the pivotal lessons she’s learned as a leader, the challenges she has faced, and the importance of kindness and resilience. Discover how her dedication to quality care and community impact led her to open a third childcare center and her hopes for what future leaders can learn from her experiences.