Ep 208, IDEA: Issue, Discussion, Explore, Action

This week on Conflict Managed we welcome Mauricio “Reese” Ramos. Together we explore: What an organizational ombuds is and does Different conflict styles at work Being present with others when they are struggling Why does this matter so much to you? What’s holding you back from acting? The Ombuds Academy Learning: knowledge or wisdom? Conflict Managed is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube @ 3pconflictrestoration Mauricio “Reese” Ramos is a nationally recognized organizational ombuds and conflict management expert with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals and organizations navigate complex workplace challenges. He currently serves as the inaugural University Ombuds at Virginia Tech, where he designed and leads a university-wide office supporting faculty, staff, and students through confidential, impartial, and informal conflict resolution services. He is also the founder of Ombuds Academy, committed to training the next generation of Ombuds to confidently navigate complex workplace conflict and build healthier organizations. Over the course of his Ombuds career, Reese has worked across academia, government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors—supporting more than 10,000 individuals and advising leadership on systemic workplace issues. He is a past President of the International Ombuds Association, a certified Organizational Ombuds Practitioner, and a frequent trainer and speaker on conflict management, communication, and leadership. Conflict Managed is produced by Third Party Workplace Conflict Restoration Services and hosted by Merry Brown.

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Ep 208, IDEA: Issue, Discussion, Explore, Action is an episode from Conflict Managed by Merry Brown.

This episode is 66:08 long.

This episode was published on Apr 28, 2026.

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