Professional Background
Dr. Fitch’s full slate of experience spans numerous fields, from conflict resolution, conflict management, scientific research, academics, real estate, technology, investments to organizational development. Put into context, Dr. Fitch held multiple investment licenses in several countries including the Series-7, and at one time provided thousands of investors daily financial information over broadcast radio. He studied the equity markets at home and abroad while domiciled in S.E. Asia, and has built organizations including successful restaurants and technology from scratch, some of which developed into publicly traded entities. These along with numerous additional experiences, including inter-cultural and cross-cultural understanding and increased emotional intelligence, an associated benefit, all help in refining a conflict resolution skill-set molded around values of trust, insight, and creativity. These values are essential attributes in a mediator that together equate with disputants realizing a successful outcome that is both peaceful and lasting.
Degrees
Dr. Fitch received a Master's degree in Conflict Management and a Doctorate of Education with an emphasis in Conflict Management from Abilene Christian University. Dr. Fitch earned certificates in mediation, advanced mediation of marital and relationship disputes, conflict resolution and negotiation from the Duncum Center for Conflict Resolution in Texas. Having invested thousands of hours researching the concept of trust, including building and maintaining a valuable swift trust perception while respecting individual differences; this exists as a unique skill that sets Dr. Fitch apart from others in the field. This skill serves his clients a distinct advantage regardless of the circumstance needing resolution.