Professional Mediation, Facilitation, and Consulting Services for Labor, Employment, and Commercial Disputes and Developments

Mediator | Facilitator | Consultant

Kayla Mack is an ADR professional dedicated to delivering exceptional labor, employment and commercial mediation, facilitation, and consulting services, across sectors and industries.  With over fifteen years of experience in advocacy, negotiation, dispute resolution, and execution strategy —complemented by a strong foundation in organizational development, change management, and conflict systems design — Kayla helps individuals and institutions navigate complex conflicts, implement durable solutions, and build capacity for long-term collaboration in even the most dynamic and demanding environments.

Whether she is navigating the complexities of high-stakes, multi-party litigation, mediating contentious and consequential contract negotiations, or orchestrating thoughtful and effective deliberations in integrated settings, Kayla’s approach reflects a powerful balance of grace and resolve.

  • She leads with grace – bringing passion, patience, and authenticity to each engagement.  Her ability to meet clients exactly where they are creates space for honest dialogue and meaningful process.
  • She delivers with resolve – remaining focused, resilient, and committed to success.  Her calm, strategic style helps clients cut through complexity and move forward with clarity.

With a deep commitment to impactful engagement and tailored processes, Kayla empowers clients to structure their ideas, communicate with intention, foster transparency, make informed decisions, and develop agreements and outcomes that are both transformational and sustainable. Her presence earns trust, her methodology delivers value, and her track record speaks for itself.

Education | Experience | Affiliations

  • American Arbitration Association – International Centre for Dispute Resolution – Mediation Panel & Consumer Mediation Panel
  • Association for Conflict Resolution  –  Professional Member
  • National Association of Certified Mediators  –  Certified Member
  • Labor Relations Connection – Rostered Mediator
  • Impact Associates – Associate Practitioner
  • Labor Relations and Employment Association –  Rocky Mountain Chapter  –  Board Member
  • Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service  –  Commissioned Mediator  –  2017-2025
  • American Federation of Government Employees  –  Labor Attorney  –  2009-2017
  • South Texas College of Law  –  Juris Doctor  –  2009
  • University of Wisconsin – Madison  –  Bachelor of Arts  –  2005

Industries and Sectors Served

  • Agriculture
  • Aviation
  • Bakeries
  • Clerical & Office
  • County Government
  • Custodial & Maintenance
  • Dispatching
  • Distribution
  • Employee Associations
  • Event & Hospitality
  • Federal Government
  • Fire
  • Food Processing
  • Freight & Passenger Rail
  • Grocery
  • Healthcare
  • Higher Education
  • K-12 Education
  • Labor Unions
  • Law Enforcement & Corrections
  • Local Government
  • Manufacturing
  • Mass Transit
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Mental Health
  • Military
  • Operators
  • Police
  • Power Generation
  • Public Works
  • Regulatory & Rulemaking Stakeholder Committees
  • Road Maintenance
  • State Government
  • Utilities
  • Warehousing

Service Areas

Mediation

Resolve workplace, commercial, and employment disputes with confidence—without going to court. I offer a neutral, private process that helps people navigate conflict with clarity, fairness, and practical solutions that last. With deep experience in complex, multi-party cases and sensitive topics, I bring a steady hand, a calm presence, and a results-driven mindset to every mediation. My work spans corporate, nonprofit, unionized, and government settings.

Facilitation

Whether you’re tackling tough negotiations, committee decisions, or stakeholder conversations, I help people communicate better and move forward—together. My facilitation services support strategy sessions, labor-management collaborations, public-private initiatives, and more. I specialize in guiding groups through high-stakes, emotionally charged, or uncertain environments, ensuring everyone is heard and goals stay on track.

Consulting & Strategic Advising

Proactive conflict prevention starts with strong systems. I partner with legal affairs and governance teams, cross-functional leadership and staff, and internal and external constituents and stakeholders to design healthier communication cultures, reduce legal and reputational risk, and build alignment around shared goals. My strategic guidance is rooted in years of experience helping organizations grow through complexity, not avoid it.

Stakeholder Assessment & Process Design

Big decisions need thoughtful design. I evaluate the interpersonal, organizational, and political dynamics that can either support or derail progress—whether you’re addressing conflict or launching a new initiative. From identifying key players to crafting transparent, inclusive processes, I help you build the conditions for success, especially when the stakes are high.

Training & Capacity Building

Invest in skills that matter.  I deliver hands-on training in communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution—designed for the real challenges your teams face. Virtual or in-person, each session is tailored to your people and your mission, empowering individuals and leaders to handle complex interpersonal dynamics and challenging engagements with clarity, confidence, and skill.

What My Clients Are Saying

Fee Structure

Offices in Denver, Colorado, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Springfield, Illinois

Standard Rate Range
  • $250-$350 per hour, depending on service type, case complexity, and the level of engagement required.
Virtual Sessions
  • Sessions are reserved in 2-hour minimum blocks, and multiple blocks may be reserved as needed.
  • Time exceeding the reserved block is billed in 30-minute increments at the hourly rate.
  • This flexible and efficient format is well-suited for preliminary discussions, interim check-ins, or lower-complexity matters that do not require in-person participation.
In-Person Sessions
  • In-person sessions are scheduled in half-day (4-hour) or full-day (8-hour) blocks to ensure sufficient time for direct engagement, guided process, and meaningful outcomes.
  • Time exceeding the reserved block is billed in 30-minute increments at the hourly rate.
  • This format is ideal for more complex matters, multi-party engagements, or when face-to-face interaction enhances the effectiveness of the process.
Travel & Expenses

For sessions outside the Denver, Las Vegas, and Springfield metro areas:

  • Travel Time is billed at the hourly rate.
  • Reimbursable expenses include airfare, lodging, ground transportation, mileage, parking, and reasonable incidentals.
Preparation & Planning
  • Time spent preparing for a session, including reviewing documents, developing materials, coordinating logistics, and consulting with parties, is billed at the hourly rate. Estimated preparation needs will be communicated in advance when possible.
Cancellations & Rescheduling
  • Cancellations or rescheduling within 15 days of a scheduled session incur a fee equal to 50% of the reserved block, plus any non-refundable travel expenses incurred.
  • Cancellations or rescheduling made within 48 hours incur a fee equal to 100% of the reserved block, plus non-refundable travel expenses.
  • Exceptions for emergencies or unavoidable circumstances may be granted at the discretion of the service provider. Every effort will be made to reschedule in good faith.
Payment Terms
  • Invoices will be issued following the delivery of services or in accordance with the terms of any written engagement agreement.
  • Payment is due within 14 calendar days of the invoice date, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Late payments may be subject to a 5% monthly finance charge, applied to the outstanding balance.
Custom Arrangements & Questions

If you have a unique request, require extended services, or need to coordinate around specific logistical needs, please feel free to reach out. While core rates are standardized, I’m happy to explore tailored scheduling or service arrangements to support your goals and circumstances.

Every Mediator Has a Why

I’ve spent almost a decade uncovering mine, and it lives in five interconnected truths

The Freedom of Showing Up Real

Mediation allows me to lead with presence – not performance. I get to be fully myself. That’s not just a gift; it’s a responsibility. Because when I show up authentically, I invite others to do the same. I meet people exactly where they are and help empower them to move toward where they need to be – not by force, but through trust. That space is rare. It’s where real change begins.

The Power of Standing Alone

As a mediator, I don’t have – or take – sides. But I do take on a role that no one else at the table holds. I’m not part of the conflict, the system, or the outcome. When parties let me in, that independence gives me clarity—and carries immense responsibility. I’ve come to deeply respect the quiet strength it takes to stand alone in service of everyone else in the room.

The Thrill of Navigating the Unknown

No matter how experienced I become, no two situations are ever the same. Every engagement, every person, team, organization, negotiation is uncharted territory. And I love that. I get to step into unfamiliar spaces, listen with fresh ears, and navigate complexity in real time. It keeps me learning. It keeps me humble. It keeps me alive in the work.

The Reach of a Ripple

The value of mediation doesn’t stop at the agreement. The real impact often shows up later – in a shifted relationship, a better decision, a moment of understanding that changes how someone leads or lives. That’s the power of this work. It echoes beyond the table, shaping outcomes we’ll never fully see – for people we’ll never have the pleasure of knowing.

The Grace of Quiet Success

A mentor once said, “This work will ask you to give everything and be content with silence in return.” Much of the value I bring is never named and may never be fully understood – not even by those in the room. That isn’t a flaw of the role – it’s its brilliance.  There’s a quiet honor in knowing what you made possible and in being the only one who will ever truly know how much it took, and why it mattered. I’ve grown to appreciate holding that untold significance, all alone.

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