Wes Wooten is the President and CEO of The Sunshine House, Inc, an early education and care company operating more than 100 schools in eight states across the country. As President and CEO, he oversees the company’s strategic direction, operations, finance, expansion, and marketing efforts, and ensures the company delivers on its mission: providing high-quality care and education – every child, every family, every day.  

With more than 30 years of industry experience, Wes has made early childhood education and care his passion. Prior to joining The Sunshine House in 2014, Wes served for 25 years as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kaplan Early Learning Company. Wes has served on numerous boards and committees over the years and continues to look for ways to share his passion for the positive development of young children.

Wes earned his MBA from the University of North Carolina Greensboro, and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Appalachian State University. A native of Garner, NC, Wes resides in Greenville, SC and is the proud father of two amazing young adults.