Dr. Mark DeVolder
Mark DeVolder is experienced and skilled at helping people work better together. In a word, Mark brings depth to the field of management consulting. His doctoral studies focused on the issues of unity, diversity and synergy- clearly a field of study very applicable in the rapidly changing demographics of business and government today.
He has over 19 years of experience as a teacher, researcher and team leader - working with diverse peoples and cultures. He brings extensive knowledge and understanding about human characteristics to his investigative and diagnostic roles as a process consultant.
Mark is also a gifted communicator and educator. He enjoys an outstanding reputation as a dynamic, down-to-earth speaker.
His approach in working with clients is both practical and results-oriented. He can be counted on to help business leaders identify their key issues, define attainable goals, and implement successful solutions.
To quote Dr. DeVolder: "My passion has always been to see people work effectively and to accomplish great things together! I believe there is dormant potential inside every person and in every organization- available to be deployed for the betterment of all concerned. This deeply held belief is the basis for our motto - 'Better Together!' That's what Synergy Sense Consulting is all about; because working together makes sense."
And, if things come to an impasse, Mark is a skilled mediator in conflict resolution. He practices a collaborative, interest-based approach that enables people to achieve mutual understanding and respect - and finally a positive outcome.
Keynotes Titles:
"Harnessing the Hurricane: Surviving and Thriving Extreme Change"
"Get Engaged! Love Your Job" (Sales/Customer Service)
"The Difference Makes the Difference" (Diversity)
"Trust Factor: The Business of Relationships (Trust)
Testimonials
Dr. DeVolder delivered an outstanding presentation and greatly impressed the audience of Presidents/Chief Marketing Officers/V.P.'s"
Insurance Advisory Council in Jamaica
"Dr. DeVolder's presentation was so timely, informative and well delivered."
AIG Financial Group
"Dr. Mark DeVolder...SPECTACULAR!"
Manitoba Hydro
"Thought-provoking and dynamic. Moving and powerful. Remarkable energy. Mark was inspiring and kept the audience charged."
PricewaterhouseCoopers
"Dr. DeVolder has been remarkable and now, six months later, we are enjoying the benefits of a productive and respectful work environment."
Regional Director General, Transport Canada
"I had the opportunity to attend the session presented by Dr. DeVolder. I found the presentation one of the most useful sessions I have attended in a long time. He worked with us in an attempt to grapple with the many concerns that revolve around change. He touched on many different levels and left me with a better understanding of how to deal with my staff which overall is most important for me."
Canada Revenue Agency
Website
www.bettertogether.ca