Meet our Team

Founder & CEO

For more than 25 years, Holly Thomas has poured her heart into the world of early childhood education. With a degree in Early Childhood Education and a specialization in Leadership, she has built her career on the belief that every child deserves a place where they feel safe, loved, and inspired to grow.

As Founder & CEO of Bumble and Bloom Early Learning Center, she brings not only her professional expertise but also her personal passion for nurturing young minds. A proud mother of two, she knows firsthand the joys and challenges of raising children. Her home has always been the kind of place where friends, neighbors, and kids gather — a warm, welcoming space filled with laughter, learning, and love. That same spirit of community and belonging is what she strives to create every day at Bumble and Bloom.

Her leadership is rooted in kindness, vision, and the simple joy of seeing children discover the world around them. She believes that education is not about molding children into something predetermined, but about unfolding their unique gifts and helping them shine.

"Children are great imitators. So give them something great to imitate." – Anonymous

Co-Founder

Jimmy Thomas may not come from an early childhood education background, but his love for children and dedication to creating safe, thriving environments make him an essential part of Bumble and Bloom Early Learning Center. As co-leader alongside his wife Holly, Jimmy ensures that the centers run in tip-top condition, bringing his practical skills, steady leadership, and heart for community into everything he does.

A proud father of two, Jimmy shares in the joy of raising children and understands the importance of building spaces where families feel at home. Beyond the centers, he is deeply rooted in his community — whether working on the farm, supporting local youth through 4H, or lending a hand wherever it’s needed. Known as a true jack of all trades, Jimmy also owns and operates his own lawncare, snow removal, and dumpster rental business, embodying the values of hard work and service.

Jimmy believes that caring for children isn’t just about education — it’s about creating environments where they can flourish, supported by strong foundations and a community that values them. His leadership is grounded in reliability, kindness, and a genuine love for helping others.

Quality Support Specialist and Director of our Schools

Hello, I'm Annie, Quality Support Specialist and Director of our schools, with the experience in childcare. I prioritize delivering high-quality care and ensuring safety standards are met, driven by my passion for working with children, I also have a loving husband and many pets that I love so much and looking forward to growing my family.

Jill Fredericks is a Regional Manager for Florida early learning schools with over 28 years of experience in early childhood education. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and has dedicated her career to supporting children, families, and educators through high-quality programming and strong instructional leadership.

Jill spent 14 years in the public school system teaching Academic Intervention Services, where she worked closely with students needing targeted academic support to strengthen foundational skills and achieve long-term success. Her extensive classroom experience also includes serving as a Lead Teacher for Head Start, where she supported comprehensive early learning initiatives, family engagement, and school readiness outcomes for children from diverse backgrounds.

Building on her instructional expertise, Jill transitioned into leadership roles within early childhood education, providing oversight and support to multiple school locations across Florida. As a Regional Manager, she partners with school leaders to ensure compliance with Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) regulations, Early Learning Coalition (ELC) requirements, and best practices in early childhood education. She is known for her hands-on leadership style, commitment to staff development, and ability to guide teams through licensing, quality improvement, and operational excellence.

With nearly three decades of experience spanning classroom instruction, public education, Head Start programming, and multi-site leadership, Jill remains deeply passionate about advancing early childhood education. She believes that investing in educators, maintaining strong standards, and building meaningful family partnerships are essential to creating successful schools and lifelong learners.

Stevy Pflum serves as the Operations and Brand Manager at Bumble and Bloom. With 14 years of experience in the Early Childhood Education field, Stevy is deeply committed to supporting children, families, and staff. She finds great joy in watching children grow, reach developmental milestones, and gain new skills through nurturing, play-based experiences.

In her leadership role, Stevy works to ensure that Bumble and Bloom continues to provide high-quality care, meaningful learning environments, and strong family partnerships. Her work is driven by a passion for maintaining smooth operations while building a positive and welcoming program culture.

Outside of work, Stevy enjoys camping and spending time with her family — a balance that keeps her grounded and inspired in her work with young children and their families.

Director of Human Resources

I am a married mother of two young men.  My husband and I have been married for 25 years and we reside in the Indianapolis area. I joined the team at the beginning of 2025 and I have been learning and growing and enjoying work every day since.  When I'm not working I enjoy scrapbooking, listening to audiobooks, catching up on the latest tv shows and movies and swimming when the weather permits.  This is my first position in child care but both of my sons attended child care centers when they were younger and I feel like that gives me a different perspective on the team.