Greetings & Welcome to the AFNC!
"We are proud of our center's history and we continuously strive to lead across the DoD in all we do here at The Air Force Negotiation Center (AFNC). AFNC is recognized as a leader in educating and training individuals and teams on conflict management, negotiation, mediation, and facilitation. Our instruction is presented across the Air Force and DoD, and delivered by our own world-class faculty.
Thank you for visiting our page, and we hope you take a moment to engage with us online or in person."
Mark W. Buchholz, Col USAF
Commander, Ira C. Eaker Center for Leadership Development
Sandra L. Edwards, Ph.D.
Primary Advisor
Dr. Edwards is the Principal Advisor and Program Manager of Education & Training for the Air Force Negotiation Center, Maxwell AFB, AL. As Principal Advisor to the AFNC Director, she provides senior-level guidance regarding organizational, educational, training, budget, procurement and contracting matters. Full Biography
Paul J. Firman
Federal & Level III AF Mediator and Air Force Conflict Management & Dispute Resolution Lead
Paul Firman is the Chief, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Education & Training at the Air Force Negotiation Center (AFNC), Maxwell AFB, Alabama. He directly supports the Air Force Chief of Staff Guidance to improve conflict resolution skills by ensuring relevant education and training programs are designed, developed, and delivered to the Total Force. Full Biography