Pierel Mediation and Facilitation specializes in superior service through collaborative relations with clients in meeting specified needs. PMFS addresses conflict issues within workplace settings through mediation, mediation skills training, or facilitating groups. The ability to be with others during their stressful and tense situations is paramount. The combination of education and experiences noted below demonstrates PMFS's ability to offer superior service tailored made to clients specifications.
EDUCATION:
Woodbury College, Montpelier, VT Masters in Mediation and Conflict Studies
Constructed and Manages an Ombuds Directory www.ombudsdirectory.com
Mediation/Conflict Management Certificate
2007
2000
Keene State College, Keene, NH Bachelor of Arts, French & Business Management
Graduated Magna cum Laude.
Associates in Science, Concentration in French and Computer Applications
Graduated Summa cum Laude.
1995
1993
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Soliya - Connect Program Facilitator
Guides a small group of worldwide university students from the Arab/Muslim cultures and Western cultures through an online discussion format that discusses present day events.
Sept. 2008 to Present
Women's Business Center, NH Facilitator
Plans and facilitates local monthly meetings.
July 2008 to Present
MicroCredit, NH Chairperson of local chapter
Manages small group meetings and co-ordinates group interactions.
June 2008 to Present
United States Postal Service Mediator
Currently a participant on the REDRESS mediation roster.
Jan. 2008 to Present
AmericaSpeaks, Washington, DC Facilitator
Attended a one-day nationwide polling event in Charlotte, NC. Guided displaced New Orleans residents through a process of decision making that determined their opinion on the rebuilding of New Orleans. This data was collected for the Unified New Orleans Plans headed by Louisiana officials involved in the reconstruction of the city's infrastructure.
Dec. 2006
Cheshire Mediation, Keene, NH Mediator
Provide mediation support to families in crisis. Issues include: parent/child challenges such as responsibilities and privileges; special education needs for a child; resuming parent/child visitations following a serious breakdown in relationships.
2001 to Present
Small Claims Court Burlington, VT, & Woodstock, VT, Keene, NH Mediator
Mediated a variety of small claims cases in various courthouse locations.
1999 to 2001
The Vermont Governor's All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Collaborative Facilitator
Facilitated small group discussions of local townspeople from four different Vermont towns on the issues pertaining to the development of legal trail systems on public and private properties.
2004
Pierel Consulting Services, Keene, NH Consultant/ Owner/ Operator
Provide a wide variety of personal care and professional consulting services to business owners and families. Areas of specialization: develop comprehensive plans for the future, organize and establish work and living spaces, organize and manage personal and business finances, and refer clients to community resources, as appropriate.
1990 to Present
The Mediation & Training Collaborative, Greenfield, MA Mediator
Provided mediation services to private parties who were seeking alternatives to the courtroom within the small claims court system. Issues included: landlord/tenant, neighbor disputes, dissatisfied consumers, contractor disputes.
2001 to 2002
Habitat for Humanity - Monadnock Chapter, Keene, NH Board Member
Selected potential homeowners and supported new homeowners during the building process.
1999 to 2000
Hospice of the Monadnock Region, Keene, NH Trained Hospice Volunteer
Facilitated the grieving process that provides support to individuals and family members while controlling conversations pertaining to the acceptance of death and change within the family structure. Performed fund-raising duties. Managed a database.
1991 to 1994
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
NESPIDR, NHMA, VTMA, ACR
Participated in various professional development seminars and conferences.
2000 to 2008
Landlord-Tenant Summary Process, Greenfield, MA Advanced Mediation Training
Acquired a working knowledge of the state laws and procedures specific to the eviction process.
2001
Trinity College of Vermont, Burlington, VT Women’s Small Business Program, “Business Start Up” Course, Certificate of Completion
Acquired a working knowledge of the details pertaining to small business operations.
2000
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
MicroCredit NH
2008
The Women's Business Center
2008
International Ombuds Association
2007 to Present
Association for Conflict Resolution
2003 to Present
New England Society for Professionals in Dispute Resolution
