Mark Baril Biography
Mark Baril says the evidence is clear, the highest-performing and happiest teams are those that have a solid competence in conflict management. Organizations that foster constructive conflict are more creative, innovative, productive, and profitable. This is why he works with leaders who know that a positive team dynamic is the top priority. Not only in meeting their mission, but also making change in the world.
In Mark Baril’s work with hundreds of teams, he has discovered what is critical to getting a team back on track quickly and for the long-term. That is finding and hitting head-on the underlying conflict causing system. Sometimes that system is relatively simple and easy to fix. Other times it as complex as a valued employee whose behavior is bringing down the entire team and organization. Taking the first steps to conflict resolution can be a massive challenge for many managers. Mark understands that and makes it a top priority uncovering what the team is up against. Then, co-creating with you a realistic plan of change that will get results.
Mark Baril holds a Master’s Degree in Mediation and Applied Conflict Studies from the Woodbury Institute and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Personnel Management from Merrimack College. I have been trained as an Ombudsman by the International Ombudsman Association, certified as a Team Performance Coach by TCI/ICF, and accredited by the Boss Whispering Institute as a Boss Whisperer®. Tapping into this toolbox of practices and education, and four decades of experience in the field, allows me to customize and deliver services to my clients, meeting them exactly where their greatest need is.
When I’m not working, I love being outdoors with my partner Cate, family & friends, and my dog Mike, trail running, hiking, skiing, biking, camping, hunting, and paragliding.