Conflicts (at work, in the family, or in the community) are associated with a variety of negative outcomes, including poor relationships, hostility, anxiety, depression, poor sleep, back pain, and migraines. According to some published reports, conflicts cost American businesses more than $350 billion per year because of reduced work performance, low employee morale, and revenue loss. This presentation will discuss the most common causes of conflict and the role of mediation in resolving and mitigating some of the negative consequences.

Dr. Abdel-Razak Kadry is a certified lead mediator at the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS). He was able to successfully mediate a large number of cases. Abdel works as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health in College Park; MD. Abdel regards mediation as a valuable collateral duty community service. During his tenure as senior science advisor for the United States Environmental Protection Agency, he began his work as a mediator and EEO counselor several years ago.

Louis Campion is the President & CEO of the Maryland Motor Truck Association, a 1,000 member trade association dedicated to supporting and advocating for a safe, efficient and profitable trucking industry.  As MMTA’s chief executive officer, he is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the association, and serving as the primary advocate for Maryland’s trucking industry before state and local government officials

Bruce Davis is a graduate of William & Mary with a degree in physics. He was a high school science teacher early in his career. Later, he earned a JD degree at the University of Virginia and practiced law in the DC area for 40 years. Bruce has been trained by the Climate Reality Project, an organization created by Al Gore to increase public awareness that human-caused climate change is degrading our environment and inspire the worldwide action required for humanity’s sustainable future.

In February 2021, Bruce gave a presentation to our club entitled “Climate Change and What You Can Do About It.” This presentation will be a follow-up, focusing on the United Nations Climate Change Conference held in Glasgow, Scotland, in November 2021.