Past Events

Course: 40 Hour Basic Mediation September 7-13, 2022 @ 8:00 am-5:00 pm $1295 via online learning through zoom platform   Phoenix Strategies, Inc. builds a foundation of conflict theory and practice applicable to your preparation to be a mediator.  You will identify and create new behaviors and skills to powerfully mediate people in dispute. Phoenix Strategies provides a synchronous live learning environment with seasoned mediators that give valuable feedback.  This 40-hour basic course prepares excellent mediators and meets all Colorado…

Course: Advanced Mediation September 20-22 2022 @ 8:15 am – 4:45 pm $650 via online learning through zoom platform The Advanced Mediator Training prepares you for Phoenix Strategies, Inc. certification as a Collaborative Mediator® using the PSI Collaborative, Facilitative, Interest-Based Model. Students will have the opportunity to practice CFI behaviors and receive feedback on their performance. Brooke W. had this to say about the training, “Loved this! I feel more confident in my skills as a mediator. I would strongly recommend…

Course: Conflict Coaching October 4-6, 2022 @ 8:00 am-5:00 pm $650 via online learning through zoom platform What happens when you can only get one person to the table? PSI can support mediators and attorneys by using Conflict Coaching. Through conflict coaching, you can connect with clients on how to effectively manage a specific conflict or how to change their typical mode of response. Most people tend to respond to conflict with the avoid or attack modes which this often…

WHAT:  IMA 2022 Annual Conference! Hear from industry leaders on the issues and trends driving change and inspiring this year’s theme, “Mediation Magic – the Paradigm Shift.” WHEN:  Thursday, Oct. 6 & Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 WHERE:  Online in a lively, interactive virtual format REGISTRATION:  Stay tuned! Registration options and pricing are coming soon, with discounted pricing for IMA members and students. WHY:  Gain innovative insights to strengthen your knowledge base and mediation practice in an interactive, community-building environment that…

Course: Exploring Mediation as a Career October 8, 2022 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm $35 via online learning through zoom platform Join the Phoenix Strategies, Inc. team for a 2-hour seminar that introduces mediation as a potential career or skills used in your professional or personal life.  This course is for anyone involved in conflict management and interested in becoming a professional mediator. Class size does not exceed 12 participants. This seminar is taught by a mediation professional; get…

Conflict Conference October 20, 2022 @ 8:15 am – 3:00 pm via online learning through zoom platform. $39 Early bird rate, $59 after 10/13 This daylong conference will feature a panel of speakers and interactive workshops geared toward mediation professionals, attorneys, and those who are generally interested in learning more about the benefits of conflict management. Discussion topics could range from Restorative Justice; Intergenerational Conflict; Diversity; Equity Inclusion; or any other topics your expertise exhibits for conflict managers everywhere. Thank…

The topic is Memorandums of Understanding   (MOUs) which are the documents we use in Colorado to document the parties' agreements.   Peggy Evans will faciliatate the session.  Participants are invited to share their own redacted MOUs.  Peggy will share what Colorado's Office of Dispute Resolution says is a requirement for Colorado MOUs.   Register at themac@coloradomediation.org for the Zoom link and for payment instructions if not a member of theMAC.  MAC members attend for free.  Non-member cost is $15.00.  1 MAC CE…