After having led work in mediation, conflict management, and collaborative dialogue for two decades, Mariah joined Convergence as Chief Program Officer in 2022, and then took on the Interim CEO role in 2023. As CEO and President, she will now lead the organization’s efforts to solve critical challenges through collaborative problem-solving and consensus-building across differences.

Mariah Levison shares, “I’m thrilled to be taking on this critical role and leading Convergence into this new chapter. Collaborative problem-solving is my life’s work and passion, and I look forward to expanding our impact and growing our community. Especially at this critical time, I’m eager to demonstrate to Americans that working together is not only possible but desirable.”

H. Art Taylor, Chair of the Convergence Board remarks, “As Board Chair, I am moved by Mariah’s resilience, adaptability, and collaborative problem-solving skills. With her exceptional and inspirational leadership these past few months as Interim CEO, I look forward to seeing Mariah continue to meet the moment at the helm of the organization, solving problems and sparking hope.”

About Convergence

Convergence is the leading organization bridging divides to solve critical issues. Through our time-tested collaborative problem-solving methodology, we bring people together across ideological, political, and identity lines to improve the lives of Americans and strengthen democracy. For more information, visit convergencepolicy.org.