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Academia

New Program Director

Professor Alain LempereurThis year sees the advent of a new Program Director, Professor Alain Lempereur, who is also the inaugural Alan B. Slifka Chair, as well as a Professor in Coexistence and Conflict. Professor Lempereur (SJD, Harvard) is a conflict mediator and negotiation expert, who has developed worldwide programs in research, consulting, and executive education on responsible leadership and negotiation. One of his books, The First Move: A Negotiator’s Companion, has been translated into several languages. Recently, the Financial Times designated him "Professor of the Week" for his academic contributions. He is also member of the Executive Committee of the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School.

Professor Mari Fitzduff, who retired as director of the program, will remain on the teaching faculty for the Master's program.