LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., August 5 — KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (NYSE: KLC), one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality early childhood education and care, today announced the appointment of David Barse to its Board of Directors, effective Aug. 3, 2026.
Barse is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of DMB Holdings, a family office, and the Founder of XOUT Capital, an index provider for the ETF industry. He previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Third Avenue Management, a global value investment organization to both institutional and retail investors, where he led the firm for 25 years. Barse has extensive experience as a board member for both public and private companies and formerly served on the board of Better Home and Mortgage Company (BETR), an online mortgage company.
“David brings an exceptional combination of strategic leadership, financial expertise, and governance experience that will strengthen our Board as we continue executing our long-term growth strategy,” said Tom Wyatt, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of KinderCare Learning Companies. “His experience building and leading successful organizations, combined with his thoughtful approach to long-term value creation, will be an asset as we continue investing in high-quality early childhood education and creating value for our families, employees, and shareholders.”
“I’ve long admired KinderCare’s commitment to serving children, families, and employers through high-quality early learning,” said David Barse. “I’m honored to join the Board and look forward to working alongside the leadership team as the company continues to expand its impact and deliver long-term value.”
Barse earned a Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School, a bachelor’s degree from The George Washington University, and completed an Executive Education program at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.