ABOUT US
(WE ARE ALL ABOUT YOU!)
We unite leaders to take mindful action for a more mindful world.
The global club for leaders in LAW, ADR & EXECUTIVE fields.
Meet the people behind Mindful Negotiators
Team, Contributors, Sponsors, Friends and Volunteers.
Like any other social enterprise, we grapple with limited resources during implementation. However, the support and encouragement from our community, clients, collaborators, volunteers, and friends have propelled this mindful project forward. That is why we want to extend our heartfelt thanks and publicly recognize each and every one of you here. Your support means the world to us!
A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE UNITING LEADERS TO TAKE MINDFUL ACTION TO CREATE A MORE MINDFUL WORLD.
The global club of leaders in LAW, ADR & EXECUTIVE fields.
Mindful Negotiators is a global leadership and professional association, a social enterprise where human development meets mindful action to strengthen emotional well‑being, deepen human connection, and inspire meaningful social impact.
We unite leaders in law, ADR, and executive fields who believe that leadership must be practiced with mind and heart. Our mission is to empower individuals to grow, develop their potential, and use it mindfully for the common good.
However, we are more than a brand or a concept. We take action by equipping individuals with the essential skills to thrive in society, strengthening community resilience, deepening human connection, and promoting a mindful, heart‑centered approach to leadership. We activate real social impact by uniting well‑being‑driven leaders through community‑focused, nonprofit, and CSR initiatives.
Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Mindful Negotiators operates through seven Areas of Focus, each contributing to our mission of building a more mindful world:
1. SFLA – Skills For Life Academy
Human development programs that strengthen emotional intelligence, resilience, and personal growth.
2. Mindful Minds Center
Mind empowerment services promoting emotional well‑being and mental clarity.
3. The Mindful Negotiators Association
A professional network and talent directory for mindful leaders and practitioners.
4. The Mindful Negotiators Social Club
Fun with Purpose — where professionals connect, enjoy meaningful experiences, and support our social initiatives.
5. The Mindful Negotiators Leaders Club
Where power meets purpose. A community of leaders practicing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as co‑organizers and sponsors of our nonprofit initiatives.
6. IDR Chambers – Intentional Dispute Resolution
A mindful approach to dispute resolution, promoting peace, clarity, and emotional intelligence in conflict.
7. Mindful Negotiators Global Outreach
Driving change beyond borders with chapters in Brazil, the USA, and Portugal.
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to transforming individuals into mindful citizens and leaders, people who act with integrity, emotional awareness, and a deep sense of responsibility toward their communities.
In short: Mindful Negotiators lead with mind and heart.
As our founder says: “Do something big or small, but do something for the causes that make your heart beat faster.”
For us, those causes are clear: Seeing people with strong mental health, thriving at their full potential, leading mindfully, and making a meaningful difference in their communities and in the world.
MINDFULNESS: A POWERFUL TOOL FOR BUILDING A MINDFUL WORLD.
At Mindful Negotiators, mindfulness isn’t just a buzzword, it’s the core of everything we do. We harness its transformative power to reshape every facet of professional life.
Our Vision
A world where leaders act with mind and heart, strengthening emotional well‑being, deepening human connection, and shaping communities grounded in compassion, resilience, and mindful action.
We envision a global movement of leaders who use their influence responsibly, resolve conflict with intention, uplift the people around them, and contribute to a more peaceful, emotionally healthy, and socially connected world.
Mindful Negotiators exists to help build that future, one leader, one community, and one mindful action at a time.
Our Mission
Our mission is to unite leaders to take mindful action, strengthening emotional well‑being, developing essential life and leadership skills, and creating meaningful social impact in the communities we serve.
Through our seven Areas of Focus, we empower individuals to grow with purpose, lead with integrity, resolve conflict with intention, and use their influence responsibly. We cultivate human development, promote emotional resilience, connect mindful professionals, inspire community‑driven leadership, and expand our impact globally through service, collaboration, and compassionate action.
We exist to prepare leaders who act with mind and heart, building a more mindful, connected, and resilient world.
Our Belief
Mindfulness isn’t a compartmentalized skill; it’s a way of being. It cultivates authentic connections, deep empathy, and ethical decision‑making across every interaction.
How We Make It Happen
- Training: Experiential workshops that embed mindful practices into daily routines.
- Dialogue: Safe spaces for honest conversation, fostering vulnerability and trust.
- Engagement: Ongoing coaching and community initiatives that turn mindfulness into a lasting habit.
Through these pillars, we empower individuals to weave mindfulness into their personal and professional lives, generating ripple effects of well‑being, purpose, and impact.
Our Commitment
We support growth, spark meaningful change, and ensure the journey is not only purposeful, but also enjoyable.
Building a mindful world can feel like an impossible mission when we’re faced with challenges that seem too big, too complex, or too deeply rooted to solve I FEEL THAT TOO!
But I also believe, wholeheartedly, that meaningful change begins in the small “bubbles” we can influence. When each bubble chooses compassion, awareness, and mindful action, the ripple eventually reaches far beyond what any of us can see.
Mindful Negotiators was born from this belief.
We are not just an organization. We are a growing circle of professionals, partners, friends, and community members who share a simple but powerful desire: to make a measurable difference within our spheres of influence. Together, we are proving that clarity, compassion, and purpose can move mountains, even when the world feels heavy.
Our work is guided by a bold conviction: that mindfulness is not just a tool, but a pathway to a more humane future. We may not witness the full impact of our efforts in our own lifetimes, but we are laying the foundation for future generations to live and work with greater dignity, emotional well‑being, and connection.
Every step we take blends passion with strategic thinking. We prioritize the emotional and mental well‑being of those we serve, and of ourselves. We stay curious, courageous, and committed to innovation, always seeking the most effective solutions for a world that is constantly evolving.
This is our journey. This is our purpose. And I am deeply grateful to walk it with you.
Headquarters - CANADA
Marcia Chorney
Founder/Director
A dispute resolution professional, life skills educator, and a catalyst for human potential and social impact, dedicated to empowering individuals to create positive change that contributes to a more mindful world.
Family Law Mediator – Vancouver – Canada
Kimberly Leornard
Mission Collaborator - Non-profit Events - The Mindful Leaders Club.
Specialist in Nonprofit Organizations. Business Executive/CEO at SeniorsNL – Canada.
Michael Stunden
Mission Collaborator
Lawyer. Stunden Law – Vancouver – Canada.
GLOBAL Outreach Team
Cristina Lourenço
Mission Collaborator - BRAZIL CHAPTER
Lawyer – PHD Professor – Brazil
José Luís Faria
Mission Collaborator - PORTUGAL CHAPTER
Civil Construction Entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor. CEO at BasePrime and BaseInvest – Portugal.