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Stephen George

Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service


Stephen George is a Commissioner with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service based in Hinsdale, Illinois, servicing the city of Chicago and multiple surrounding counties in Illinois.

Commissioner George has worked out of the Hinsdale Field office since 2017 as part of a team of Mediators who work in one of the busiest and most diverse labor markets in the country. Steve brings to the FMCS over 20 years of conflict resolution experience in all aspects and styles of collective bargaining including Traditional, Collaborative, and Modified models.

Additionally, Steve possesses extensive experience in developing and delivering Leadership training programs, designing/facilitating Labor/Management Committees, Complaint/Resolution, including Grievance Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution programs.

Since joining the FMCS, Commissioner George has mediated labor contracts in all sectors of employment and in a vast array of industries. He has developed and led training programs for employers and unions across the Chicagoland area. Steve is recognized by all parties as an engaged Mediator and experienced problem solver.

Commissioner George enjoys his second home in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains a home in Rochester, New York.