Made in Florida: A Manufacturer’s Blueprint for Near-Site Child Care

What happens when a manufacturing company decides to tackle child care head-on? In this episode of Early Learning Insights, we sit down with the HR team at PGT —one of Florida’s largest window and door manufacturers—to learn how and why they're bringing a near-site child care solution to their employees.

From workforce retention to employee satisfaction and beyond, this investment in early learning is delivering measurable returns for both families and the company.

🎙️ Inside this episode:
 ✅ Why child care was a business imperative, not a perk
 ✅ How PGT navigated cost and partnership decisions
 ✅ What advice they’d give to other employers considering a similar move

This episode is a must-listen for HR leaders, business executives, and policymakers looking for real-world examples of family-friendly workplace solutions that work.

Resources:

Florida’s Child Care Tax Credit Toolkit: https://www.flchamber.com/childcaretaxcredit