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Mediate commercial & organizational disputes
Understand business structures & legal frameworks
Navigate ethical challenges in mediation
Conduct mock mediations with real cases
Introduction to Mediation • Why Business Mediation? • Key Business Concepts
Corporate Governance • Mock Mediation #1
Ethics in Business & Mediation • Conflict‑ID Frameworks
Business Transactions & Negotiations • Mock Mediation #2
Intellectual Property • Mergers & Acquisitions • Final Q&A
Dr. David E. Cavazos
Professor & Mediator with 20+ Years of Experience
Dr. David Cavazos is a tenured business professor, mediator, and consultant who brings a unique blend of academic insight and real-world strategy to Kreider Mediation. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Texas Tech University and has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications on corporate strategy, regulation, and stakeholder management.
With more than a decade of experience as a statistician and business consultant, David specializes in resolving complex commercial disputes. He actively mediates cases through the Tarrant and Harris County DRCs and serves as the lead instructor for Kreider Mediation’s 20-Hour Business Mediation Course, where he combines business acumen, analytical thinking, and hands-on mediation techniques.
Outside of work, David enjoys music, reading, and time with his wife and pets.
Mediators
Whether you’re a newly certified mediator or a seasoned professional, this course will deepen your understanding of business structures, terminology, and transactional disputes—equipping you to confidently mediate in corporate and commercial settings.
Attorneys & Counsel
Legal professionals will benefit from this course by expanding their ADR toolkit, learning to guide business clients through structured mediation processes, and enhancing their effectiveness in resolving disputes without litigation.
HR & Compliance
Human resources and compliance leaders will gain practical skills for navigating internal disputes, employee grievances, and interdepartmental conflicts—while staying aligned with corporate governance and risk mitigation strategies.
Executives
Business owners, founders, and C-suite leaders will learn how mediation can be used proactively to resolve contract issues, strategic disagreements, and partnership conflicts—protecting both business value and professional relationships.
Stable internet connection
Zoom (latest version)
Webcam & microphone
Professional engagement
Choose Kreider Mediation for trusted, practical training—over 400 students taught, including attorneys, teachers, judges, business owners, HR professionals, professors, counselors, therapists, social workers, clergy, law enforcement, nonprofit leaders, military veterans, interpreters, and government employees. Kreider Mediation is a trusted provider of high‑quality dispute‑resolution education. Our programs emphasize ethical practice, hands‑on experience, and real‑world application.
“Great group of people who are very knowledgeable and helpful. The class was a lot of fun. Highly recommended!” — Attorney John S.
“Hands on stellar service from the intro to the ending! Kreider Mediation Facilitator/Instructors brought so much life and energy to our evening class. The time flew and I looked forward to the next session on a weekly basis. The mock mediation opportunities are priceless…The experience that you’ll receive! Sign Up and Do It Now!” — Rhonda
Thank you for choosing Kreider Mediation. We look forward to helping you grow as a neutral, a leader, and a problem‑solver in your community and beyond.
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