Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
For over 15 years.
What is your primary product or service?
We offer families "Pease of Mind" with quality childcare while they are away from their precious children.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I became interested at a very young age(14), but also after having my own family and wanting to offer other families what I was looking for in the childcare experience. I've had a passion for caring and teaching children from a young age. I've worked in multiple childcare centers, grew up with a mother who cared for children in our home and always knew that I had the passion.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
My husband and I are unique being one of few who operate as a husband and wife team. We both have a long line of history in our families when it comes to caring, nurturing and teaching children.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Currently we operate just one family childcare business but we are actively looking for a suitable space that will allow an expansion.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located in south Minneapolis, Kingfield neighborhood directly off of 35w S. Stevens ave is a frontage road off of 38th ave. 1 block right of 1st avenue and 2 blocks right of Nicollet avenue. 3730 Stevens Ave south Minneapolis, Mn 55409
What type of payments do you accept?
We except cash, check and money orders.
Which areas do you service?
We service the Twin Cities/ Metro area.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
The company is owned by Anna Williamaon and operated by Anna and her husband Jose Williamson.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open for business from 7:00am until 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
I've had a family say that if they could, they'd continue to have children just so that they could be part of Shining Stars.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
My favorite quote is... Quality childcare isn't expensive, it's priceless"