Judy Ringer provides conflict and communication skills training and facilitation, team building and coaching throughout North America. She is a black belt in aikido and founder and chief instructor of Portsmouth Aikido , Portsmouth, NH. In addition, her background includes courses with the Harvard/MIT Program on Negotiation and ongoing work and study in Process Work and World Work, developed by Arnold Mindell. With expertise in several best practice communication models, she brings to life key concepts such as self-management under pressure and appreciation of other viewpoints.

Judy is the author of Unlikely Teachers: Finding the Hidden Gifts in Daily Conflict , a book of stories, practices, and inspiration on turning life's challenges into life teachers. The founder of Power & Presence Training in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Judy specializes in innovative workshops to help you and your organization manage conflict, communicate effectively, and co-create a more positive work environment.

She is a frequently requested trainer in corporate, business, health, and educational circles. Clients include the National Institutes of Health, BAE Systems, Sony Corporation, Honda of America Manufacturing, Frito-Lay, Bose Corporation, TDBanknorth, Maine Medical Center, Maine General Health, The American Red Cross, The National Education Association, and the States of New Hampshire and Vermont.