The Work Behind the Work

The most meaningful outcomes are not always visible at the end of a meeting or retreat.

They show up months later…

Leadership During Transition

Stabilizing organizations during moments of change.
Supported boards and executive teams as they navigated leadership turnover, onboarding, and periods of organizational uncertainty, ensuring continuity of mission and alignment across stakeholders.

Systems & Partnership Strategy

Building bridges across sectors.
Worked with organizations to design partnership strategies that strengthen collaboration across agencies, foundations, and community partners, extending impact beyond a single program or department.

Community Resilience

Supporting communities in the aftermath of crisis.
Provided on-the-ground support as part of delegations to Altadena and the Palisades following the Los Angeles wildfires, contributing systems-level insight to community recovery and coordination efforts.

Organizational Readiness

Preparing organizations for growth and funding.
Partnered with nonprofit and civic organizations to assess governance, leadership capacity, financial health, and internal systems, helping them position for major grants, expansion, or structural redesign.

Fundraising & Donor Strategy

Aligning mission, message, and momentum.
Advised organizations on donor engagement and development strategy, helping leadership teams connect their vision to the language and relationships that drive sustained support.

What Clients Say

Susan Gilmore

North Bay Children’s Center

“In her role as facilitator, Lorez Bailey brought clarity, warmth, and expert guidance to our annual board retreat. Her ability to distill complex issues, elevate strategic thinking, and foster meaningful dialogue helped our board and executive team leave aligned, energized, and focused on our mission. Lorez created a space where every voice felt valued, and her skilled facilitation moved us forward with purpose.”

Jennifer Gray Thompson

After the Fire USA

“Lorez Bailey has been an invaluable partner in our Los Angeles fire response work, bringing a grounded community organizer perspective that sharpens our understanding of what communities truly need. Her insight into how youth experience and navigate disaster is unmatched and adds essential depth in the midst of crisis. Lorez has also been a steady force in my personal and professional development, offering clarity, integrity, and unwavering support. I’m deeply grateful for her partnership.”

Bonnie Guttman

Ag Innovations

“When our organization needed to create new communications materials, we hired Lorez to work with our board and staff to clarify our direction and come to agreement on the language we should use. Lorez quickly grasped the issues and helped us achieve organization-wide consensus. She was a pleasure to work with and brought great expertise to the table, so much so that we are continuing our partnership on additional projects.”