You’re in good hands with my team, but know that my door is always open
Rosalind Prather
Rosalind is a third generation business owner and nationally recognized entrepreneur who opened her first business at the age of 23. She co-founded Trusting Connections Nanny Agency which began in Tucson, Arizona and oversaw the company’s expansion into the Dallas-Fort Worth and Phoenix markets. She also owns Timeless Play, a drop-off play experience in Oro Valley, Arizona. Rosalind has dedicated her entire career to supporting and caring for families and children and mentoring other small business owners. Her achievements in business and leadership earned her the “Rising Star” title at the Women of Influence awards and most recently, she was the recipient of the “Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things” award in the Early Childhood Development category. She has had numerous speaking engagements across the country and has also made appearances on News 4 KVOA, KGUN 9 and KOLD as a local child care expert and is also a regular blog contributor for Raising Arizona Kids magazine. Above all, Rosalind is a proud mommy of two girls and has a deep understanding of the joys and struggles of family life and parenting.
As the CEO of Trusting Connections, Rosalind is proud to lead a team of incredible women who make up the corporate staff that runs all three agencies. She keeps the creative juices flowing, is obsessed with creating an awesome experience for both clients and team members and is constantly seeking to take TC to new heights. As an industry leader and successful “momtrepreneur,” Rosalind is especially passionate about sharing her insights with women to inspire them to believe that being a mom and a business owner is a beautiful possibility.
In her spare time, Rosalind enjoys entertaining, co-leading a girl scout troop, spending time with her “girl tribe” and camping. She is also a classically trained pianist and singer and likes to sneak away to get lost in music when she can.
Meet Audra, our Director of Operations! Audra is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of hospitality and corporate experience. She continually strives to achieve our shared long-term operational goals through process improvement and data analysis. Her strategies in fiscal management and project efficiency have elevated the experience of clients of Trusting Connections and Timeless Play. As the Director of Operations, Audra works alongside our expert matchmakers, families, and nannies to ensure optimal care is provided in a positive and meaningful manner. She joined the team as an Executive Assistant in March of 2021 and has worked her way through the ranks to fully understand the complexities of this unique childcare endeavor.
In her spare time you can usually find Audra working on a PTO project+fundraiser for her son’s school, cheering from the sideline, gardening, & enjoying time with her son, daughter, husband, & doggos.
Meet Desiree, our Director of Marketing! With a wealth of experience working with both big-name corporations and local small businesses, she’s a master of making brands shine online. An experienced SEO strategist and analytics enthusiast, Desiree can turn data into gold—literally! She even became Google Analytics certified in just one day (yes, she’s that kind of overachiever).
Desiree is passionate about connecting families with their perfect nanny or sitter while also taking the Trusting Connections brand to new heights. Whether it’s crafting a standout campaign or diving deep into the numbers, she’s always bringing her A-game and a fun, creative spark to the table.
Originally from sunny Southern California, Desiree now calls Tucson home, where she lives with her amazing husband, two daughters, and her stepson. When she’s not geeking out over marketing data, you’ll probably find her exploring the desert, trying a new recipe, or cheering on her kids at their latest activities.
Christy joined our team in August 2023. She has her Bachelor’s degree from ASU where she studied Family Resources and Human Development. Before joining our team Christy was an in-home private educator for over ten years. She has a passion for children with Special Needs and has continued her education learning more about ASD and SPD. In her role as Care Director, Christy is committed to helping families feel supported and heard in their journey to find the right fit for their family. In her spare time Christy loves to travel, read and enjoys DIY projects around her home.She also coaches her daughters soccer team and volunteers at her local church in the Special Needs ministry.
Ashley has a long history with our agency, beginning in 2016 when she began as a beloved member of our Sitter Service team. She was so awesome that we immediately brought her onto our office team and promoted her to Executive Assistant. In 2019, Ashley left the TC team to live closer to her (now) husband. After some time as a High School Agriculture Teac
When she isn’t finding the perfect caregivers to serve our families, Ashley can be found with her dogs and horse, wrangling her little boy and husband, whipping something up in the kitchen or with her nose in a book. She also enjoys spending time with extended family around the pool or at the ball field.
Savannah’s journey with TC began in various administrative roles, which led her to discover a position she truly enjoys and feels passionate about. Savannah manages the Billing Department while also overseeing family onboarding and final processing for new employees. She is your go-to person for all questions related to financial matters, as well as employee and family profiles, and can always guide you to the right department if needed.
She holds an Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts, which she earned here in Arizona. Although born in Colorado, she grew up in New Mexico and now feels like a true Tucsonian after living here for nearly a decade. Guided by integrity and a strong work ethic, Savannah genuinely cares about helping others and creating positive experiences for both families and nannies.
Outside of work, she prioritizes her time caring for her sweet and playful daughter, cherishing every moment they share together. This often includes simple hiking adventures, cheering her daughter on at soccer practice, or fun shopping trips. She also enjoys caring for her home, going on brunch outings, staying active through running, and ultimately living by the qualities and values that inspire her.
Trusting Connections is an award-winning household staffing placement agency and sitter service.
We connect families and organizations with exceptional nannies, sitters and other household staffing professionals.
