IT WAS TIME TO GET IT IN GEAR...

 -The C in CandE Factory-   

AKA  Auntie ChaCha 

is a self-proclaimed “junk-a-palooza-ologist,” but is also a dedicated, interdisciplinary, certified creative educator who consistently makes a difference in the lives of students. 

Through many rich and diverse professional roles, including Sexual Assault Counselor, Dual Diagnosis Group Home Live-in Manager, Contracted Events Artist & Entertainer, Cultural Liaison through the Department of Desegregation, Coordinator of Residence Life, Kid Day Spa Tech Artist, museum educator and PK-12 Teacher; 

(Presently teaching art to elementary & middle school students at 2 local charter schools & educating the masses at a local museum):

 Chelsee saw the need for more compassionate and individualized interventions that combined cultural immersion practices with the power of healing arts & life skills. 

Thus, Chelsee (and her life partner) founded CandE Factory Enrichment, LLC. 

Chelsee loves fostering creative and unique expression in her students and always encourages them to “say yes to the mess!” 

In her spare time, Chelsee loves traveling, devouring all things vegan, creating & organizing chaos, being out in the elements, and all things canine!

Founders and CEOs of  

CandE Factory Enrichment, LLC.

- an organization that enriches youth/adult development and delivers projects/services focused on community through a wide variety of activities; drawing from Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences, that promote self awareness, social responsibility, and humanitarianism.

They are passionate about "helping U be,"

hence the formation of  the HUB

- a safe space (ART WAREHOUSE) for individualization and a creative arts in learning 

(including life skills) 

SANCTUARY!

You can find "CandE"  out and about in the community, at a local festival, trail, fundraiser walks, or their Doggie Inn & Treats!

 -The E in CandE Factory- 

AKA Officer E

is a dedicated, interdisciplinary, certified instructor of law enforcement, certified police officer in the state of Florida, Certified Crime Prevention through Environmental Design Practitioner, commercial/residential security survey specialist, who consistently makes a difference in the lives of the community. 

Through many rich and diverse professional roles, including a Veteran of the United States Army, Graduate of US Army Ranger School, Private Security Specialist, Community Oriented Policing Liaison, 20 year Veteran of Hostage and Crisis Negotiations; Ernest saw the need for more compassionate and individualized interventions that combined cultural immersion practices with the power of healing arts 7 life skills. 

Thus, Ernest (and his life partner) founded CandE Factory Enrichment, LLC.

Ernest loves fostering  and empowering members of the community, to affect positive resolutions in their neighborhoods. He is passionate about creating long lasting solutions in unique (and ever evolving) problems.

 In his spare time, Ernest loves hanging out with his service dog, Kaboom, being in tune with nature, seeing the world and it’s historic locations, trains, and all things collectable!