Our Team

Founder & CEO

Marcia St. Hilaire Finn

Founder & CEO

Marcia started Bright Start as a home-based daycare in 2002 and has grown it into a trusted, multilingual early learning center with 3 campuses in Washington, DC. A registered nurse for more than 25 years, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Director Certificate.

Her motto: “Embrace every child and foster their uniqueness.”

MARCIA ST. HILAIRE FINN

Leadership Team

Lucy Watson

Regional Director

Lucy has worked as an Education Program Specialist with OSSE, an early childhood coach, and a Pre-K teacher. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a dual concentration in Developmental and Social Psychology, plus a minor in Elementary Education.

LUCY WATSON

Veronica Wright

Director of Operations

Veronica has spent more than 40 years as a preschool director and assistant director, and has taught in DC Public Schools and early childcare programs. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and has completed master’s coursework in Early Childhood Education.

VERONICA WRIGHT

Dexter Stowe

Accounts & IT Manager

Dexter keeps Bright Start running smoothly behind the scenes, managing accounts and IT. He brings a background in project management and client account management, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.

DEXTER STOWE

Our Faculty: Caring Teachers, Carefully Chosen