Bridging Differences, Strengthening Connections
Individual Consulting for Intercultural Challenges
Sometimes the real challenges in intercultural work happen between the lines—uncertainty in diverse teams, misunderstandings arising from different communication styles, or tensions around differing approaches to everyday work.
I help you navigate these situations, overcome barriers, and find practical ways to build trust and meaningful relationships.
Clarity, Confidence, Results
Targeted Support for International Collaboration
Whether taking preventive steps to strengthen teamwork, addressing acute conflicts, or managing simmering tensions, I provide structured, hands-on support.
With intercultural expertise, mediation skills, and over 20 years of experience in international contexts, I create a safe space for reflection, understanding, and actionable solutions. Combining a systemic perspective with a sensitive, practical approach, I help you gain clarity and confidence.
The outcome: clearer communication, stronger collaboration, and sustainable results—so you can approach every interaction with assurance and clarity.
Between Cultures, Beyond Boundaries
Intercultural Competence for Sustainable Business Success
Why Intercultural Competence?
My motivation is deeply rooted in my own biography: I am Italian, born and raised in Mantova in Lombardy, and have lived in Germany since the early 1990s. These two worlds—the Mediterranean, Romance-culture environment and Central European Germany—have given me a unique sensitivity to diversity and to the ways people relate to one another.
My Professional Foundation
Studying communication taught me how varied and complex our communicative structures can be—especially in international teams and projects. I spent several years working in international sales for an Italian textile company in the fashion industry, gaining valuable insights into the dynamics of global markets. As a trainer in Italian language and culture, I further developed my skills by engaging directly with people from diverse backgrounds. Extended projects and stays in Southern Africa broadened my perspective and deepened my intercultural expertise. Over the past 20 years, I have continuously refined and applied this knowledge in practical, real-world contexts.
My Focus Today
At Open Cultures, my work centers on consulting, training, and coaching. I work with international companies across industries, as well as leaders in healthcare and social sectors—where the importance of sensitive, respectful, and effective intercultural collaboration is increasingly pivotal.
Why Work With Me?
Experience, Empathy, and Expertise—for Intercultural Solutions That Work
I bring over 20 years of experience working with international teams, organizations, and people. My background as an intercultural trainer, conflict mediator, and consultant enables me to understand both team dynamics and individual needs—and to bring them into harmony.
What sets me apart is a practical approach, structured methodology, and a keen sensitivity to what happens between people, often unspoken. I work individually, solution-oriented, and with the conviction that cultural diversity is not a barrier, but a resource—when leveraged correctly.
Qualifications & Background
Deep Knowledge Meets Practical Experience
My intercultural expertise is built on a combination of academic knowledge, many years of professional experience, and lifelong learning.
Education
Qualifications
Languages
German, English, Italian, Spanish, French
Clear. Human. Meaningful.
My Values: The Foundation of My Work
Respect
Every person is seen, heard, and valued for their story, background, identity, and perspective.
Openness
I view cultural differences not as obstacles, but as valuable sources of new ideas, perspectives, and opportunities.
Empathy
I listen not just with my ears, but between the lines, noticing what is felt but not said.
Responsibility
I create learning environments that extend beyond the seminar—delivering sustainable insights and impulses that truly make a difference.
