Testimonials To Whom It May Interest:   Just over a year ago I made a decision to do the one thing I've wanted to do my entire life...raise children.  A good friend of mine told me Private Placements was the top nanny agency in Charlotte.  I contacted Anne Benson (then owner) and had a long conversation with her about becoming a nanny.  She sent me an application and the process began.  Upon completion of the application I had an interview with Anne.  It was then that I was introduced to Whitley Adkins.  Although In didn't know it at the time, Whitley would become the greatest placement advocate I could have ever hoped for.   Over the following weeks Whitley and I discussed several families with varying degrees of need.  I have experienced her to be straightforward, honest and genuinely interested in the needs of the family when representing them.  I am confident she has been the same when representing me.  Whitley has always encouraged me to be forthright about what I want and need, knowing that settling for less would create problems in the long run.  Following that advice has served me and my families well.   Whitley has been available and willing to share her own experience as a nanny.  That has been very helpful to me.  There was a family Whitley suggested I talk with; even though I felt sure it wasn't what I was looking for.  In all of her wisdom Whitley said, "Just go for the practice of interviewing."   I went and that interview became my first family!   I have followed that direction again recently and been blessed with yet another remarkable family.   Private Placements has always presented a family as "an opportunity" rather than as "a prospective employer".  Their dedication to getting to know each client (family and nanny) makes possible the opportunity for "a perfect fit".  Whitley's optimism, compassionate listening and integrity are clearly indicative of her mission...making the world a better place through the loving care and nurturing of children.   I am honored and delighted to offer this letter on behalf of Whitley Adkins and Private Placements.  My first-hand experience as a represented nanny has been personally and professionally life enhancing.   Warm regards,   Jennifer E. Professional Nanny