Jovie of Newport Beach

Chris E.

Franchise Owner

Hello I'm Chris and excited to be a part of this team of wonderful people. A little bit about me - I have been working in the banking industry for over 25 years striving to build strong relationships professionally and personally. I went to Pepperdine University to earn a Bachelor in Science / Finance. I have one tremendous daughter that makes me proud and amazed everyday. Being a mom has been the best thing in my life for sure! She graduated from UC Santa Barbara and is a sports broadcaster. She was also a tutor after going to college and loved seeing the kids light up when they learned new things. She is one of the reasons that Jovie is very exciting to me. I also have two dogs, a senior and a recently adopted puppy, that I cherish dearly. I'm thrilled and excited to be working with all of you and seeing your children grow up. There is nothing like seeing our children succeed and reach new challenges. All of our Role Models look forward to becoming part of YOUR family. I grew up in Orange County (Huntington Beach) my entire life. My family has three generations in Huntington Beach. To name just a few things I love; people & the community, animals, family, volunteering, the beach and constant learning! I am truly grateful everyday!

Natalie Erickson

General Manager

Hello! My name is Natalie. I started working with Jovie back in early 2022 when we were going by the name of College Nannies Sitters and Tutors. I joined the team as a caregiver and instantly fell in love with this line of work. Getting to brighten up the days of young ones by facilitating learning and play has been a very enriching experience. Providing in-home care has blessed me with insight into different lifestyles. Many lessons have been learned from observing the families. I have found healing through letting my inner child out to actively engage with the kiddos and babies. This job has strengthened my empathy, responsibility, and positivity. Once I was promoted to management, I started to share why I enjoy the sitter position and have gotten many other good caregivers to join our team. I look forward to the growth of our branch and encourage all who are reading this to trust in our loyalty to the motto of building stronger families. A bit about me: I spend the majority of my free time roller skating at different skateparks in SoCal. I love movement! Dancing, running, practicing yoga, bike riding, and hiking are my other favorite activates. I like to spend time with my younger sister whenever my schedule allows it. I also get a lot of joy from attending concerts and other music-based events. I am a very open-minded person who loves to push past societal constraints to find happiness. I express myself through my fashion and home decor. I believe that these qualities transfer well into the work place- as I have received feedback that I am upbeat and welcoming!

Stacey Vallespir

General Manager

Hi, I'm Stacey and have recently been blessed with becoming a new Mama and my little guy is keeping me on my toes. For many years I worked in the food and hospitality industry after going to culinary school in New York City. Although I love cooking, I decided to switch gears so I had more time for my family and the other hobbies I enjoy. I'm currently a massage therapist, love to cook, get outside, do yoga, practice martial arts, and be artistic whenever I get a chance. I am very excited to be a part of the Jovie team and I'm looking forward to helping families find childcare that they can trust. I am inspired by all the great caregivers I meet and am thrilled to help connect them with families in Orange County and surrounding areas.

Amie Beld

Marketing Manager

Hi there!

I'm Amie Beld, the Marketing Manager at Jovie Newport Beach. I've been a part of the Jovie family since August 2023, starting as a nanny and diving into the world of marketing in January 2024. Now, I'm responsible for crafting our social media presence, designing marketing materials, and planning exciting events for our kids and nannies.

It's been an absolute blast working at Jovie! The team here is like a second family, and I love the supportive and nurturing environment. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to apply my passion for marketing and child development to a company that genuinely cares about its community.

Before joining Jovie, I graduated from Arizona State University with a BS in Marketing and a minor in Family and Human Development. I have been an aunt since I was 12 years old and started to babysit ever since then! My love for caring for children is strong, and I'm thrilled to be able to combine my education with my passion for making a positive impact on families' lives.

When I'm not busy on the Jovie social media, you can find me exploring the beautiful Orange County beaches, traveling to a new destination, making fun little videos, dancing to my favorite tunes, or making jewelry. I'm always up for trying new things and cherishing the simple joys of life.