About
Conflict Sparks Change helps leaders transform conflict-based challenges into opportunities through open communication and innovative solutions.
Transform Workplace Disputes Into Opportunities For Creativity
Our tailored consultation services and proven strategies help you navigate tough conversations, turning potential roadblocks into stepping stones for success. We don’t just resolve conflicts; we strengthen teams, drive innovation, and cultivate a healthier, more productive company culture. With our expertise, you’ll see disputes as chances to evolve, adapt, and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape.
We’re Your Partners In Guidance for Lasting Solutions
Kim Faircloth
A seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in conflict resolution coaching and mediation, leadership development, and executive coaching. As the co-owner of Conflict Sparks Change, LLC, and Integrated Conflict Solutions, LLC she empowers individuals and organizations to effectively manage conflicts and enhance employee engagement. A certified coach and trained mediator, Dr. Faircloth has guided thousands in addressing workplace conflicts.
Her expertise spans roles such as ombudsman, workforce strategies consultant, mediator, and director of human resources. Drawing on her doctoral studies in conflict and mediation, she has trained hundreds of professionals in mediation skills. She continues to make significant contributions to the field, driven by her commitment to peacemaking and educating leaders and future conflict resolution professionals.
Dawn Bedlivy
A distinguished conflict resolution specialist with over three decades of experience. Her expertise encompasses leadership development, alter-native dispute resolution, and conflict systems design. Ms. Bedlivy has successfully led teams and delivered consultation and training at prestigious venues. As an accomplished ombudsman, mediator, and organizational systems coach, she has applied her skills to spearhead an innovation ecosystem.
Demonstrating her commitment to education, Ms. Bedlivy serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, where she educates future professionals in conflict resolution.
Explore the research and real-world insights that shaped Conflict Sparks Change, our best-selling workplace conflict resolution book by learning the art and science of turning workplace disputes into opportunities for collaboration and innovation.
Services
Coaching
Our one-on-one or team sessions help develop conflict management skills, navigate complex disputes, and apply tailored, proven strategies from Conflict Sparks Change.
Training
Our group sessions strengthen team dynamics and conflict resolution, providing tailored strategies for managing organizational change, addressing contentious issues, and enhancing collaboration.
Mediation
Whether you're dealing with partnership challenges or business disagreements, our neutral third-party facilitators assist with navigating difficult conversations and work towards resolution.
Speaking
Kim and Dawn have over 40 years of experience in a multitude of sectors, including, education, government, private corporations, and training. They are available for speaking engagements and host an engaging speaking series focused on real-world conflict scenarios.
ombuds
We offer external professional ombuds services to support organizations in navigating workplace conflicts with clarity and fairness. As experienced conflict resolution specialists, we provide confidential, impartial, and informal dispute resolution to foster healthier workplace dynamics.
