
“Leading with Heart, Guiding with Integrity.”
Our Story:
Founded by Pearl Bell, Trailside Consulting LLC is driven by a mission to nurture leaders and teams through empathy, inclusivity, and emotional intelligence. Our work fosters workplaces that prioritize human connection and measurable impact.
Our Mission:
Driving transformation with a heart, Trailside Consulting champions organizational growth through coaching, workshops, and consulting toward mastery of emotional intelligence and inclusivity.
Our Vision:
We envision a world where businesses lead with empathy and inclusivity, creating positive societal change through humane leadership.
Our Values:
- Empathy: Understanding at the Core
- Inclusivity: Valuing Diversity in Every Aspect
- Integrity: A Non-Negotiable Standard
- Innovation: A Commitment to Continuous Growth
- Growth Mindset: Learning from Every Challenge
- Sustainable Impact: Making a Difference
Read more about our values below
About Pearl
The idea for Trailside came from the concept of achieving perspective. Having someone to help you gain perspective, shift your thinking, or see another angle is invaluable. Sometimes all that takes is a walk in the woods to get some air, shift our thinking, and try another path. Trailside Consulting takes you on that walk, and brings perspective taking into your daily interactions and critical decision making. By changing your perspective, you can begin to understand situations better and start to transform your life.
In 2019 after experiencing personal heartbreak, and encountering my “Midlife Unraveling”* I decided to found Trailside. At that time I needed perspective taking in my own life and although I knew it intellectually, it was hard to take the time and focus my energy. It took the loss of my father to bring into perspective the fleeting existence that is life. With a new found zest for utilizing each moment to the best of our ability I decided to dedicate my work to helping others find perspective and not get bogged down in stress, conflict, and negative thought patterns. I have a Masters Degree in Conflict Resolution and over 15 years experience with teaching, facilitating, coaching and applying conflict management techniques in the workplace setting. I have worked with both for-profit and nonprofit organizations to support their staff in developing conflict management skills.
With my passion for relationships and connection I bring my personal journey with anger, conflict, and peacemaking to each consultation. I believe that each person’s story informs their everyday interactions. Stress and Conflict can negatively affect your body, your thoughts and feelings, and your behavior. In order for us all to be our best selves everyday, we need perspective.
In 2019 after experiencing personal heartbreak, and encountering my “Midlife Unraveling”* I decided to found Trailside. At that time I needed perspective taking in my own life and although I knew it intellectually, it was hard to take the time and focus my energy. It took the loss of my father to bring into perspective the fleeting existence that is life. With a new found zest for utilizing each moment to the best of our ability I decided to dedicate my work to helping others find perspective and not get bogged down in stress, conflict, and negative thought patterns. I have a Masters Degree in Conflict Resolution and over 15 years experience with teaching, facilitating, coaching and applying conflict management techniques in the workplace setting. I have worked with both for-profit and nonprofit organizations to support their staff in developing conflict management skills.
With my passion for relationships and connection I bring my personal journey with anger, conflict, and peacemaking to each consultation. I believe that each person’s story informs their everyday interactions. Stress and Conflict can negatively affect your body, your thoughts and feelings, and your behavior. In order for us all to be our best selves everyday, we need perspective.
Operational Values
Personal Empathy: Understanding at the Core
- Personalized Value: “I prioritize understanding and compassion in every client interaction, ensuring my services reflect a deep consideration of individual needs and goals. Empathy guides my approach, from initial consultations to project completion, allowing me to tailor solutions that truly resonate.”
Individual Inclusivity: Valuing Diversity in Every Aspect
- Personalized Value: “I commit to inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives and ensuring my services cater to a broad range of clients. This principle influences my marketing, service offerings, and client communications, fostering an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued.”
Integrity: My Non-Negotiable Standard
- Personalized Value: “Integrity is at the heart of my business. I maintain transparency with clients, uphold ethical standards in all dealings, and commit to sustainable practices that respect our planet. My business decisions are guided by honesty and a dedication to doing what’s right.”
Innovation: A Commitment to Continuous Growth
- Personalized Value: “Innovation is key to staying ahead. I invest in continuous learning and stay abreast of industry trends to offer cutting-edge solutions. I encourage feedback and adapt my services to meet evolving needs, ensuring my business remains dynamic and responsive.”
Growth Mindset: Learning from Every Challenge
- Personalized Value: “Adopting a growth mindset, I view every challenge as an opportunity to learn and improve. I reflect on both successes and setbacks to evolve my business practices, ensuring resilience and adaptability are at the forefront of my professional journey.”
Sustainable Impact: Making a Difference
- Personalized Value: “I strive for a sustainable impact through my business, setting personal goals for environmental responsibility and social contribution. Whether through eco-friendly business practices or community engagement, I aim to leave a positive mark on the world.”
No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path. –Buddha

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