Brian Blancke

Brian Blancke is an experienced professional in negotiation and conflict resolution, currently serving as an Associate at Essential Partners since April 2020 and as a Senior Consultant at Vantage Partners since April 2010. Brian specializes in customizing negotiation, influence, and difficult conversation trainings for Fortune 500 companies. Additionally, Brian has been an Adjunct Professor at Baypath University since April 2016, teaching courses on emotions, trust, and cultural differences in negotiation and leadership. Previous roles include Online Lecturer at the Werner Institute for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution (2009-2011) and Negotiation Trainer at Vantage Partners (2007-2008), where Brian delivered workshops for leading companies. From 2000 to 2007, Brian served as Director of Special Projects, Mediator, and Trainer at Framingham Court Mediation Services, focusing on eldercare mediation and transformative mediation among other areas. Brian holds a PhD in Social Science/Conflict Analysis and Resolution, an MA in International Relations, and a BA in Political Science from prestigious institutions.