Edward Boutin is a mediator, coach, facilitator, and trainer who has worked with parties in over 1,500 cases over twenty years. From 2019 to February 2025, he served as a Commissioner in the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) where he facilitated settlements in labor disputes including bargaining impasses and contract grievances. Prior to FMCS, Edward worked in the United States Postal Service as a neutral in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program where he accomplished an excellent resolution rate and facilitated improved working relationships. In addition, he has served as a mediator in Maine District Court, Maine Department of Education and as a Community Mediator.