Pat Arcady, Ed.D.
Pat Arcady is a leading mediator for developing fitting solutions to life’s complex problems. As the owner of Arcady Mediation, she helps business owners, non-profits and senior managers resolve the stalemates in their organizations that cause pain and cost money. She especially enjoys working with leaders who care that everyone involved is respected and encouraged to grow. Pat also helps individuals and couples navigate conflict so each party emerges with a solution that enhances their relationship and their potential.
As a former Verizon manager, seasoned college administrator and trainer in the Nonviolent Communication™ System of conflict resolution, Pat is an expert in creating an environment where learning thrives and optimal decisions are made---because every voice is heard. For example, while in management at Verizon Pat improved cooperation across multiple teams so customer turn-around time was improved by 50%.
After more than 30 years of management and training experience in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations, Pat has created Arcady Mediation to support people who inhibit their potential because they’re stuck in intractable conflict.
With Arcady Mediation the participants’ needs come first.
There are no imposed or brokered settlements. Rather, each participant is listened to and encouraged to take responsibility for finding a solution that serves everyone. They take responsibility for helping the other party find a liberating solution as well.
Pat earned her doctoral degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Memphis, a Masters degree from Miami University in Ohio and a BA in Psychology from Marian University in Indianapolis, IN. In addition to extensive work with the Nonviolent Communication system , Pat has completed the Massachusetts Community Resolution Training and is involved in their Small Claims Court practicum series.