Lorrey is an ambitious and innovative community minded leader with over 25 years experience working within the not for profit sector. She has fifteen years experience in not for profit management;  including leadership development, project management, marketing and communications, financial management, volunteer and staff development and strategic planning. She is deeply committed to developing strong, collaborative partnerships, while delivering outstanding results to inspire excellence in early learning. Lorrey is an Ontario Certified Teacher and is a graduate of Brock University. She has an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Studies and a Bachelor of Education degree in Primary Junior Education. Lorrey is a member of the Ontario College of Teachers, the Association of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario, North American Reggio Emilia Alliance and the Ontario Reggio Association. Lorrey currently serves on the Niagara Children’s Planning Council, Niagara Child Care Sector Executive Committee, Quality Child Care Niagara Advisory Committee and the Niagara College Early Childhood Education Program Advisory Committee.