Natural leader who is successful at handling all aspects of a business. Skilled in driving engagement and operational improvements through well-coordinated tactical plans and proven relationship-building abilities. Demonstrated knowledge of business management and revenue development. Looking to provide skills and expertise to a board of directors.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Mediator
Just Mediation Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2022 - Current
Prepared agreements and settlement documentation for each interested party to sign and complete.
Read and analyzed details of legal disputes, absorbing minutia and often overlooked but critical information.
Conducted initial meetings to outline process, answer questions and set expectations for both parties.
Conducted individual meetings between parties, utilizing empathetic listening skills and documenting relevant details.
Drove dispute resolutions using effective problem-solving and by guiding mutual understanding of opposing viewpoints.
Provided free mediation services to parties in need in Landlord/Tenant disputes.
Mediator
The Conflict Lab
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2022 - Current
Conducted initial meetings to outline process, answer questions and set expectations for both parties.
Drove dispute resolutions using effective problem-solving and by guiding mutual understanding of opposing viewpoints.
Formulated focused and individualized resolutions aimed to peacefully settle disputes.
Used mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.
Facilitated and implemented settlement agreements by proposing resolutions and supporting effective decision-making for involved parties.
Drafted settlement paperwork and gathered signatures from disputants to provide official documentation of agreed-upon solutions.
Business Owner
Nocera Mediation Services
Sewickley, PA
10.2021 - Current
Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
Drove dispute resolutions using effective problem-solving and by guiding mutual understanding of opposing viewpoints.
Formulated focused and individualized resolutions aimed to peacefully settle disputes.
Input income and expense details into database to track business finances and address variances.
Managing Attorney
Thomas E. Crenney & Assoc., LLC
Sewickley, PA
02.1998 - Current
Interviewed, Hired, and Trained attorneys, paralegals, and legal secretaries.
Completed annual reviews of case files, employees, and overall firm structures and introduced ideas and systems to remedy issues.
Handled all advertising including designing budgets, preparing content, and negotiating contracts with advertisers.
Handled all bookkeeping responsibilities including all billing, settlements, escrow and operating accounts, payroll, and prepared all financial reports on yearly basis for taxes.
Developed and maintained relationships with state departments and other regulatory industries.
Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
Managed hundreds of cases over many years.
Handled all aspects of trials including voir dire, cross and direct examination, openings, closings, and argument of motions, and post-trial relief.
Negotiated settlements on multi-million dollar cases including attending mediations, settlement conferences, and hearings.