Empowering Leaders, Strengthening Teams, and Driving Mission Success.
Executive Coaching and Acquisition Consulting with William (Bill) Bailey
Phone: 757-593-4899 Email: wbailey576@gmail.com
Coaching & Consulting = Mission-Focused Results
Our Mission:
At Summit Coaching and Consulting, we help leaders rise to meet their moment. Whether navigating complex acquisitions or leading high-stakes teams, our mission is to unlock clarity, build confidence, and deliver performance where it matters most. Founded on decades of leadership, federal acquisition, and executive coaching experience, we equip clients to lead with vision and act with purpose.
Meet Bill Bailey
William (Bill) Bailey is a credentialed ICF Associate Coach and a seasoned Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition expert with over 30 years of federal experience. He currently leads the Defense Acquisition University’s (DAU) Executive Coaching Program, overseeing a nationwide cadre of 60 coaches supporting the DoD Acquisition Workforce. A Professor of Contract Management and Learning Asset Manager for multiple Back-to-Basics courses, Bill brings deep functional expertise, instructional excellence, and leadership insight to every engagement. He is also completing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Florida Tech, where his research focuses on coaching effectiveness and cultural dynamics.
Executive Coaching
Executive coaching is the core of Summit Coaching and Consulting. We work with senior leaders, high-potential professionals, and mission-driven teams to elevate performance, enhance clarity, and lead with purpose in high-pressure environments.
Bill brings a rare blend of operational insight, strategic thinking, and real-world credibility. Bill’s background includes advising billion-dollar programs, managing cross-functional teams, and mentoring senior executives throughout the defense enterprise. This depth of experience allows him to relate directly to corporate and industry leaders who face similar challenges in scale, complexity, and accountability.
Summit’s coaching model is focused, practical, and results-driven. It is built to serve leaders navigating ambiguity, driving transformation, and leading others through demanding missions. Whether in government or private industry, our clients gain immediate value through targeted coaching that addresses:
- Strategic decision-making under pressure
- Executive presence and influence
- Leading through organizational change
- Communicating with impact and clarity
- Managing stakeholder alignment and accountability
- Building high-performing, resilient teams
We provide a confidential space for reflection and growth while maintaining a forward-looking, action-oriented focus. Each coaching engagement is customized to the leader’s goals and grounded in proven frameworks supported by behavioral science and leadership research.
Our approach is trusted by SES-level executives, program managers, and corporate leaders who recognize that effective leadership is the key to unlocking mission success. Summit coaching empowers leaders to think differently, act intentionally, and lead with greater impact.
Strategic Consulting
Summit Consulting delivers strategic acquisition support to federal, defense, and mission-driven organizations seeking clarity, compliance, and performance in complex contracting environments. Led by William (Bill) Bailey, a trusted advisor with more than 30 years of experience in DoD acquisition, our consulting services are grounded in deep expertise and tailored to meet each client’s unique operational goals.
We specialize in helping organizations solve difficult acquisition challenges by aligning strategy with execution. Our clients include contracting offices, program managers, and leadership teams who need support with procurement planning, service acquisition strategy, and translating mission needs into actionable requirements.
Summit’s consulting capabilities include:
- Acquisition strategy development and execution
- Market research planning and analysis
- Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Statement of Objectives (SOO) development
- Source selection planning and support
- Contract administration and post-award execution
- Tailored training and acquisition workshops for teams and leadership
Bill’s leadership experience includes supporting high-impact efforts such as Operation Warp Speed, where his consulting helped accelerate timelines and streamline procurement in support of national health security. He has advised major defense programs and supported acquisition teams in navigating urgent, high-value, and politically visible efforts with precision and flexibility.
Our work is not limited to federal clients. The principles of effective acquisition and strategic program design apply across industry sectors. Whether advising a federal program office, supporting a commercial contractor expanding into the government space, or training a team on service acquisition best practices, Summit delivers insights that lead to action and results that stand up to scrutiny.
We help organizations build acquisition strategies that are proactive, compliant, and outcome-focused. Summit Consulting brings a partner’s mindset and a mission-first approach to every engagement.
Defense Acquisition Expertise
At Summit, leadership development is not theoretical. It is built on decades of real-world experience and grounded in a deep understanding of what it takes to lead in high-pressure, mission-driven environments. William (Bill) Bailey has led organizations ranging in size from small teams to complex, multinational formations of more than 300 personnel. His leadership has been tested and proven across defense, government, and joint operational settings.
Bill is a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College and was selected for a specialized Army Senior Leader training program reserved for top-performing officers. This foundation gives him a unique ability to connect with senior leaders and translate leadership principles into actionable strategies that work in any sector.
Summit’s leadership development solutions include tailored team coaching, leader-as-coach programs, and executive learning engagements that strengthen individual capability and team cohesion. Whether guiding a leadership team through organizational change or equipping a group of rising leaders with the tools to succeed, our development efforts focus on trust, alignment, accountability, and long-term impact.
We support leaders who are ready to grow beyond their current role, develop those around them, and create a culture of resilience and high performance.
Coaching With Purpose
At Summit, coaching is more than conversation. It is a strategic partnership that helps leaders reflect, grow, and execute with greater clarity and confidence. Our coaching engagements are built on trust, anchored in professional standards, and focused on delivering measurable progress.
We bring a structured, yet flexible approach to every coaching engagement. Leaders work with us to define goals, explore barriers, and unlock the mindset shifts needed for lasting growth. Sessions are confidential, focused, and grounded in a deep understanding of the demands placed on senior professionals.
Whether a client is navigating career transitions, leading a high-stakes program, or improving interpersonal dynamics, our coaching helps them gain perspective and move forward with intention.
Partner With Us
We believe the right support at the right time can accelerate leadership, strengthen performance, and improve outcomes. Whether you need a trusted coach, a strategic advisor, or a guide through a complex acquisition challenge, Summit Coaching and Consulting is ready to support your mission.
We offer individual coaching packages, group engagements, leadership workshops, and tailored acquisition consulting based on your goals. Every engagement is designed with your outcomes in mind.
Let’s talk about what success looks like for you and how we can help you get there.
Flexible Engagement Options
Summit Coaching and Consulting offers a range of engagement models designed to meet the unique needs of each client. We understand that every leader, team, and organization operates under different constraints and goals. That’s why we provide flexible options to ensure our services are both accessible and aligned with the outcomes you want to achieve.
Whether you're seeking one-on-one executive coaching, a leadership development engagement for your team, or strategic consulting for an acquisition challenge, we tailor each package based on scope, duration, and level of support. Options include short-term engagements, ongoing partnerships, and custom intensives that focus on high-impact objectives.
We do not believe in one-size-fits-all pricing. Instead, we work with you to define a structure that fits your mission, timeline, and budget. Our goal is to create value that far exceeds the investment.
To explore what working together could look like, we invite you to schedule an introductory conversation.