Our Team

Jessica Bravo, Founder

When I became a first-time mother, I was overwhelmed by emotions I couldn’t fully comprehend—an immense, all-encompassing love mixed with relentless worry. Like so many, I returned to work after just ten weeks, leaving my baby behind. I will never forget the wave of sadness I felt as I drove away, tears streaming down my face uncontrollably. Deep down, I knew this wasn’t normal. Why did it have to be this way?

As my family grew, the struggle only deepened. Balancing my children’s needs, my career, and my marriage began to feel impossible. My marriage took a back seat, and I felt myself slipping away—no longer Jessica, but simply a mom, an employee, and a wife. I was losing the essence of who I was.

In my desperation, I searched for a solution—a place where my children could receive exceptional care and education, and where I could find a supportive community of moms who truly understood the challenges I was facing. I longed for a space where I could not only work productively but also reconnect with myself and others in a similar stage of life.

Savanna was born from these struggles. It’s more than a place—it’s a vision to provide working parents with what I so desperately needed: a supportive, balanced environment where families can truly thrive. If Savanna can make even a small difference in the lives of parents and children, then every challenge we faced along the way will have been worth it.

Kent Bates, CFO

A top notch finance expert with decades long reputable experience in a vast number of organizations. CFO at Wonder Workshop, Amerit Fleet Solutions, WorkRite Ergonomics and others. Chief Accounting Officer at Crown Vantage. Elected to Board of Trustees at Franklin McKinley School District. 

Dag Haile, Creative Director

A design generalist with a decade long experience designing award winning products and experiences.. Seasoned content and curriculum creator focusing on children audiences. A lifelong interest in design, art and problem solving with a Masters in Theology from Multnomah Biblical Seminary.