Michael Cohen, A. B., J. D., practiced business law for approximately 20 years. Since 1991 he has operated a consulting firm assisting businesses with financial problems and worked as a business coach. He negotiated the successful resolution of thousands of business disputes. He completed a nine day International Intensive Training in Nonviolent Communication with Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D. (see www.cnvc.org), completed a year long Leadership Program with BayNVC (see www.baynvc.org), and has engaged in numerous communication trainings. Michael currently teaches classes in communication to individuals and businesses and mediates conflicts. He nurtures his creativity as a sculptor (see Sculpture Gallery). Michael lives in Nicasio, California just north of San Francisco with his wife, Karen Rivers.