Chief Business Officer recognized for a quarter-century of leadership and commitment to the nonprofit organization.
(St. Louis, Mo., September 29, 2026) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) recently honored Chief Business Officer Misty O’Keefe for 25 years of dedicated service to the organization. Throughout her tenure, O’Keefe has served in multiple roles and become an integral part of CCAMO’s evolution, growth and continued success.
As Chief Business Officer, O’Keefe provides leadership across critical functions that help CCAMO remain innovative and positioned for the future. Her work has helped build the infrastructure that enables the organization to advance its mission and support long-term sustainability.
“For 25 years, Misty has brought exceptional commitment, insight and heart to Child Care Aware of Missouri,” said Robin Phillips, CEO of Child Care Aware of Missouri. “Her leadership has strengthened the systems, relationships and culture that support our work every day. Misty’s dedication and vision for others have made a lasting impact on our organization and the children, families and early childhood professionals we serve.”
O’Keefe oversees the growth, maintenance and development of CCAMO’s financial health, fiscal accountability and financial transparency. She also leads the organization’s technological advancement and cybersecurity efforts, helping protect CCAMO and strengthen its ability to serve communities effectively. O’Keefe leads CCAMO’s delivery of Live2Lead, a virtual personal and professional development experience that helps inspire leaders, including early childhood education professionals, and teams to grow.
Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) is a statewide nonprofit intermediary dedicated to advancing early childhood education through impactful programs and partnerships since 1999. CCAMO promotes accessible, high-quality child care as essential infrastructure for Missouri’s workforce, communities and economy. The organization works at the intersection of early childhood and workforce development to help build a more resilient state economy. For more information, call 314-535-1458 or visit www.mochildcare.org.
