MTI Presents
16th Annual Conflict Resolution and Mediation Conference
The MTI Conflict Resolution and Mediation Conference brings our practitioners and partners closer together. Our theme this year, Anchored in Trust, is fitting in that trust is so pivotal to all that we do:
- Resolving conflicts
- Sharing openly and communicating ideas
- Being effective leaders
- Relating to our colleagues
- Interacting with you, our partners and practitioners
We hope you’ll join us as well as other experts in the field from around the world to discuss current trends and techniques in conflict management.
In response to your feedback last year, we have expanded the length of the conference to three days and added a number of sessions which should enhance your experience.
More about the Conference
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Questions?
Contact us at mti@eckerd.edu.
CONFERENCE AGENDA
PRE-CONFERENCE CERTIFICATION WORKSHOPS: Tuesday, January 15, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP) Certification Workshop
The CDP focuses specifically on workplace conflict and addresses constructive and destructive behaviors that help resolve or escalate conflict. Following this workshop and upon completing a post-workshop feedback session with a CDP Trainer, attendees will be fully certified to use the CDP.
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. | Lunch
Lunch is provided for attendees of either the CDP morning session or the EMP afternoon session.
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) Certification Workshop
The EMP is a cutting-edge assessment tool based on extensive research into the traits, motivations and skills of entrepreneurs. Available in individual and group formats, the EMP can help leaders, individual contributors and intact teams assess the degree to which they are utilizing an “entrepreneurial mindset.” Following this workshop and one follow-up phone call, attendees will be fully certified to use the EMP.
CONFERENCE KICK-OFF: Wednesday, January 16, 2019
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions
Terry Marschall, Senior Faculty Consultant for MTI will kick off the 2019 Conference, Anchored in Trust.
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. | Kick-Off Presentation
More information on this session coming soon.
10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | Breakout Sessions
Neurological Impacts of Stress
Laura Scott, President and Founder of 180 Coaching
The Impact of Money on Conflict Management Mediation
Andre Machado, Owner and Founder, MoneyMind
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Lunch
Lunch on the Eckerd campus
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | An interview with Dan Dana, original founder of MTI
Dan Dana, Founder of the Mediation Training Institute (MTI) and MTI Board Member
3:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
Resilience
Pierre Naquet, President, The European Institute for Workplace Dynamics
A Conflict Case Study
Karey Barnes, Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, South Texas College
3:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m. | World Cafe
More information about this session coming soon.
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Open
More information about this session coming soon.
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Networking and Social
Social Art Studio or Outside Science
CONFERENCE DAY 2: Thursday, January 17, 2019
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Morning Announcements
8:45 a.m. - 9:45 p.m. | Group Transition and Growth
Will Luera, Director of Improvisation at Florida Studio Theatre
10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. | Breakout Sessions
Research Trends in Conflict
Mark Davis, Author of the Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP)
Embedding the CDP into the Corporate Culture
Jamie Hansen, President, Alloy Solutions, LLC
Overview of the new CDP/MTI Practitioner Portal
MTI Team
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Everyday Peacemaking: Quelling the Conflicts that Disrupt Our Lives
Dan Dana, Founder of the Mediation Training Institute (MTI) and MTI Board Member
12:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. | Lunch
Lunch on the Eckerd campus
1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Step Up to Conflict
Margaret Cooley, Director of the Leadership Development Institute (LDI)
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
Open
More information on this session coming soon.
Open
More information on this session coming soon.
Overview of the new CDP/MTI Practitioner Portal
MTI Team
3:40 p.m. - 4:40 p.m. | Closing Session
More information on this session coming soon.
4:40 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Program Conclusion
WHY ATTEND
Additional Day and Content
The 2019 conference charts a new course with additional presentations and breakout sessions tailored to your role as a conflict management professional.
Leaders in the Field of Conflict Management
We are pleased to bring together world-renowned leaders in the conflict management field so that you can meet and network with the best of the best.
Key Topics
We have a broad and varied agenda this year including:
– Trends in Conflict Management and Mediation
– Effective Implementation of Organizational Conflict Management
– How To Leverage Your Certification and Training
– Role-based Breakout Sessions
– Professional Skill Development
– Business and Marketing Best Practices
PRICING and REGISTRATION
Conference Registration: January 16–17, 2019
Early Bird
Through November 16, 2018
No Longer Available
LATE
After January 1, 2019
$300/per person
+ Additional Pre-Conference Certifications
CDP Certification
January 15 (1/2-Day): 8 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$395 Per Person (Standard is $995)
EMP Certification
January 15 (1/2-Day): 1 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$395 Per Person (Standard is $795)
SPECIAL KEYNOTES and SPEAKERS
NETWORKING and SOCIAL EVENTS
In addition to the conference being a great place to learn, we also provide time for you to network with your peers and enjoy St. Petersburg, FL, nicknamed the Sunshine City. The conference will host a networking/social event the first evening on the Eckerd College campus. In addition, you will have opportunities to meet up on your own with fellow attendees at St. Pete’s numerous restaurants and shops.
LOCATION
The Conference will take place on Eckerd College’s waterfront campus, home to the Mediation Training Institute and Leadership Development Institute, a Network Associate of the Center for Creative Leadership. Conference events will be hosted in various conference centers and meeting rooms located throughout the campus.
HOTELS
We have arranged special conference rates at preferred local hotels for program participants. Due to the heavy tourist trade (January– May), you are urged to make your hotel reservations at the time of registration for the conference.
Courtyard by Marriott in Downtown St. Petersburg
- 6.6 miles from campus
300 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Eckerd College rate is $129 per night.
Based on availability
Call to request Eckerd College rate at 727.450.6200
Hyatt Place Downtown St. Petersburg
- 6.6 miles from campus
25 2nd Street North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Eckerd College rate in January is $189 per night.
Based on availability.
To get the Eckerd College rate, use reservation link or enter Corporate Group Code 100252 when making reservations online.
Hampton Inn & Suites in Downtown St. Petersburg
- 6.7 miles from campus
80 Beach Drive NE
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Eckerd College rate in January is $159 per night
Call to request Eckerd College rate at 727.892.9900
REGISTER
Attend the 2019 Conference!
Review the Refund and Transfer & Substitution Policy for the Mediation Training Institute.
If you have a colleague who would benefit from attending the conference and needs to get certified in one or both of the assessments, please invite them to attend.
Conference Coordination:
For any questions on the Conference, please contact us at any time at mti@eckerd.edu or 888-359-9906.