ABOUT
MISSION
The Parent Venture is a leading provider of inclusive, high-quality parent and community education in Silicon Valley and beyond. Since 2006, we have reached over 150,000 attendees on critical issues-–mental health, digital media, substance use, and more--that impact the health and well-being of children and teens.
Through inclusive, high-quality presentations, workshops, and films, families acquire the knowledge, skills, and strategies they need to support positive parenting practices.
CO-FOUNDERS
Charlene Margot, M.A., and Bev Hartman, M.A., became colleagues at Bing Nursery School, Department of Psychology, Stanford University. They share a deep commitment for children, families, and schools that motivates them to advance parent and community education.
CHARLENE MARGOT, MA
Co-Founder and CEO
Charlene Margot is a Palo Alto native and lifelong advocate of children, schools, and families. She is the co-founder and CEO of nonprofit The Parent Venture, a leading provider of inclusive, high-quality parent and community education, and founder of The Parent Education Series. Charlene began her career in education at the laboratory school for the Department of Psychology at Stanford University, and as a consultant to IBM in educational software development.
BEV HARTMAN, MA
Co-Founder and CCO
Bev Hartman is co-founder and CCO of nonprofit The Parent Venture to further her commitment to the well-being of children and families. Previously, Bev was Adjunct Faculty at Pacific Oaks College. She is a former lecturer in the Department of Psychology, Stanford University, as well as a teacher and administrator at research laboratory Bing Nursery School. Bev was the founding director of The Bing Institute, an international learning center for parents and educators.
BOARD MEMBERS
CARRIE Du BOIS
Board Member
