Joseph George and Valencia George, brother and sister, are the founders of George & George ADR. The two, despite their common upbringing, came to mediation from different angles.
Joseph George is an entrepreneur of distinction. He strives to ensure that disputing parties receive an efficient and fair proceeding, by guiding them toward a mutually agreed-upon settlement.
The breadth of Joseph’s certifications demonstrates his dedication to success. These include Florida Supreme Court certified County Mediator, Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator, Business Negotiator, ADA Coordinator, Paralegal, Workers’ Compensation Specialist, Human Resource Specialist, Conflict Management Expert, Risk Management specialist, and Construction Project Manager. Joseph is a subject-matter expert in these areas because he has invested in his professional growth.
Joseph’s training and certification as an expert crisis and hostage negotiator sets him apart from other arbitrators and mediators. This enhances his ability to deal with high-pressure situations. Joseph is a hostage and crisis negotiator. His job is to diffuse situations in which individuals are taking hostages or holding others against their wishes. His exceptional communication skills are used to persuade the person in question to release his captives without harm. He can negotiate with terrorists, criminals and even suicidal people.
Joseph is an active father and a dedicated family man. He is also very involved with his autistic son. He is a strong supporter of women’s groups that aim to motivate and inspire women of all ages.
Valencia, who was raised in the beautiful landscapes of the U.S. Virgin Islands and has been involved in construction since a young age, is a skilled professional in many aspects of the trade. She spent countless hours working alongside her father who is a skilled builder, honing her home construction skills. After graduating high school, she was inspired by this formative experience to pursue a career as a construction worker.
She has a vast background in law enforcement and forensics, private investigations, crisis management, and private investigations.
Valencia is a certified county mediator by the Supreme Court and a qualified arbitrator. Her goal is to ensure that all parties are treated fairly and efficiently. She takes a proactive approach in mediation and shares her insight at the right time. She is able to dig deep into the issue and uncover the core of it because she has a keen eye for detail, a curious mind and a shrewd intellect. She is very thorough, and always maintains a good sense of humor and compassion.
Her expertise in alternative conflict resolution was honed by immersive training and certifications in construction safety and legal assistance. She also holds certificates in human resources, conflict and project management, forensic investigation, private investigations, risk and risk management and construction project management.
Her expertise and experience enable her to view conflict resolution from a variety of perspectives, making her an invaluable asset when resolving complex business disputes.
Valencia is a passionate speaker who speaks to various community groups. She aims to empower and inspire women who have suffered from sexual, emotional, physical and domestic abuse. She has been a beacon of hope for countless women, helping them to overcome their traumas and move forward. Her compassion has made a lasting impression, inspiring these individuals to face the future with strength and resilience.
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