Our Team

OWNER/DIRECTOR

Jamie Getchell

Jamie is a mom to three sweet little ones, ages 8, 7, and 4! Her family recently welcomed a Bernedoodle named Clover. She and her husband, Ryan, are the owners and founders of The Nest Family Cafe, The Nest Family Center, and Novella, the software company that powers their flexible drop-off model.

Jamie grew up assisting in her mom’s home daycare where she developed a passion for working with children. Jamie has a background in federal law enforcement and even owned a home bakery! She is excited that The Nest Family Center is serving families in a new and unique way!

OWNER/COO

Ryan Getchell

Ryan worked in the technology industry for 15 years before quitting his job in 2021 to pursue The Nest Family Cafe with Jamie. He held positions at a variety of companies and managed numerous clients simultaneously. His roles ranged from a business and data analyst to leading multiple engineering teams as a product manager delivering software solutions to over 30,000 customers.

Ryan’s specialty in data analysis and management is critical in creating and optimizing teams and processes at The Nest Family Center where he is responsible for membership enrollment, IT, finances, payroll, and center operations.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Alyssa MacLellan

Alyssa is a mom to an amazing (almost) four year old daughter named Lorelai. She has an extensive culinary background and used to teach young children how to cook through various culinary programs for youth. She loves how kids have such a willingness to learn and engage in new activities.

Alyssa was first introduced to The Nest brand as a Nest Family Cafe customer. She chose to pursue a career with The Nest because of our heart for the community. “They consistently see a need and meet it,” she says, “It is such a warm and welcoming place filled with positive people who genuinely care about the whole family.”

Alyssa, her husband, and their daughter live on the Seacoast with their French Bulldog named Odin (who snores VERY loudly). Alyssa loves to travel and has been to Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Denmark, Bermuda and Norway. Her bucket list destination is Hawaii!