AMM's 2022 Annual Conference
The Psychology of Negotiation and Mediation Practice
September 30, 2022, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites, St. Louis Airport
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About the Conference
AMM's 2022 conference includes three outstanding presentations, a welcome reception the night before the event, and a catered lunch. Registrants will also have 24/7 access to presentation recordings and materials until our next Conference in Fall 2023. SCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER.
Conference Agenda
Thursday, September 29, 2022
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Welcome Reception with Our Guest Presenters
Join us for this special meet-and-greet reception with our presenters. A full bar will be available, and each attendee receives one complimentary drink.
Friday, September 30, 2022
9:30 a.m. - Registration Desk Opens
10:00 a.m. - Welcome and Introductions
10:15 a.m. - The Psychology of Negotiation with Professor Jennifer K. Robbennolt
The psychology of judgment, decision making, and communication can complicate negotiation. This session discusses the psychology of predictions, anchoring, and evaluating options, and the implications for mediation. The psychology of mediation via remote platforms will also be discussed. (1.5 hours of continuing education)
12:00 p.m. - Annual AMM Membership Meeting and President’s Awards and Lunch Buffet
Professor Karen Tokarz will make remarks upon acceptance of an award for her work on the St. Louis Mediation Project devoted to mediation of eviction disputes.
1:30 p.m. - The Psychology of Ethical Decision Making with Professor Jennifer K. Robbennolt
Ethical lapses can occur more easily and less intentionally than we might think. The psychology involved is useful in thinking about a mediator’s own ethical obligations as well as how it can influence the decisions and behavior of the advocates and parties with whom they work. (1.0 hours of continuing education, including ethics)
3:00 p.m. - Workshop on Developing Your Mediation Pitch with Dr. Zach Schaefer
How can you pitch your mediation business in a way that resonates with prospective consumers of mediation? How can you effectively promote yourself and your mediation practice in the marketplace? Dr. Schaefer’s workshop will assist you to develop an impactful marketing message. You can’t make an impact in the mediation world if you aren’t getting opportunities to mediate.
4:30 p.m. - Conference ends
Access to video recordings of presentations will be available to all registrants soon afterwards.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. - Welcome Reception with Our Guest Presenters
Join us for this special meet-and-greet reception with our presenters. A full bar will be available, and each attendee receives one complimentary drink.
Friday, September 30, 2022
9:30 a.m. - Registration Desk Opens
10:00 a.m. - Welcome and Introductions
10:15 a.m. - The Psychology of Negotiation with Professor Jennifer K. Robbennolt
The psychology of judgment, decision making, and communication can complicate negotiation. This session discusses the psychology of predictions, anchoring, and evaluating options, and the implications for mediation. The psychology of mediation via remote platforms will also be discussed. (1.5 hours of continuing education)
12:00 p.m. - Annual AMM Membership Meeting and President’s Awards and Lunch Buffet
Professor Karen Tokarz will make remarks upon acceptance of an award for her work on the St. Louis Mediation Project devoted to mediation of eviction disputes.
1:30 p.m. - The Psychology of Ethical Decision Making with Professor Jennifer K. Robbennolt
Ethical lapses can occur more easily and less intentionally than we might think. The psychology involved is useful in thinking about a mediator’s own ethical obligations as well as how it can influence the decisions and behavior of the advocates and parties with whom they work. (1.0 hours of continuing education, including ethics)
3:00 p.m. - Workshop on Developing Your Mediation Pitch with Dr. Zach Schaefer
How can you pitch your mediation business in a way that resonates with prospective consumers of mediation? How can you effectively promote yourself and your mediation practice in the marketplace? Dr. Schaefer’s workshop will assist you to develop an impactful marketing message. You can’t make an impact in the mediation world if you aren’t getting opportunities to mediate.
4:30 p.m. - Conference ends
Access to video recordings of presentations will be available to all registrants soon afterwards.
About Our Presenters
Professor Jennifer K. Robbennolt, MA, JD, PhD
Professor Robbennolt is an award winning researcher and professor in law and psychology at the University of Illinois. She is an expert in the area of psychology and law, torts, and disputes resolution. She is co-author of Psychology for Lawyers: Understanding the Human Factors In Negotiation, Litigation, and Decision Making (American Bar Association 2021). She earned her law degree and doctoral degree in social psychology from the University of Nebraska. She is a former senior fellow in the Center for the Study of Dispute Resolution at the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law.
Professor Robbennolt is an award winning researcher and professor in law and psychology at the University of Illinois. She is an expert in the area of psychology and law, torts, and disputes resolution. She is co-author of Psychology for Lawyers: Understanding the Human Factors In Negotiation, Litigation, and Decision Making (American Bar Association 2021). She earned her law degree and doctoral degree in social psychology from the University of Nebraska. She is a former senior fellow in the Center for the Study of Dispute Resolution at the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law.
Dr. Zach Schaefer
Dr. Zach Schaefer is a retired tenured professor in organizational communication at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. He is CEO of Spark the Discussion, working with more than 350 companies to create clarity and catalyze behavior change. An experienced mediator and former AMM board member, he also conducts executive facilitations to help CEOs work though disagreements. He is also the author of five books and owner of The Post Sports Bar & Grill, with four locations in St. Louis. His website is www.sparkthediscussion.com.
Dr. Zach Schaefer is a retired tenured professor in organizational communication at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. He is CEO of Spark the Discussion, working with more than 350 companies to create clarity and catalyze behavior change. An experienced mediator and former AMM board member, he also conducts executive facilitations to help CEOs work though disagreements. He is also the author of five books and owner of The Post Sports Bar & Grill, with four locations in St. Louis. His website is www.sparkthediscussion.com.
Continuing Education Credits
Continuing education credits are pending from the Missouri Bar Association, the Kansas Bar Association, and the Kansas Office of Judicial Administration.
Hotel and Discounted Room Rates
This event will be hosted at the Embassy Suites by Hilton at the St. Louis Airport. A limited number of of King Suite rooms have been reserved for AMM Conference attendees at a discounted room rate of $119/night plus tax. Room reservations include a breakfast buffet. To book a room at this rate, reserve before August 30 by calling 314-739-8929 and referencing the Association of Missouri Mediators block. Or, use this link to book online at the discounted rate.