Who are the current thought leaders or practitioners in the field of cross-cultural communication that I can reach out to for guidance in deciding on a research topic?
Erin Meyer: She is a professor at INSEAD, one of the world’s leading business schools, and the author of the best-selling book The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business. She is an expert on how cultural differences affect communication, collaboration, and leadership in global teams and organizations. You can learn more about her work and contact her through her website.
Geert Hofstede: He is a professor emeritus of organizational anthropology and international management at Maastricht University, and the founder of the Hofstede Insights, a consultancy firm that provides cross-cultural solutions for businesses and governments. He is widely known for his research on cultural dimensions, which is a framework for comparing and understanding national cultures based on six dimensions: power distance, individualism, masculinity, uncertainty avoidance, long-term orientation, and indulgence. You can learn more about his work and contact him through his website.
Stella Ting-Toomey: She is a professor of human communication studies at California State University, Fullerton, and the author of several books on intercultural communication, such as Communicating Across Cultures and Understanding Intercultural Communication. She is an expert on how to manage intercultural conflicts, negotiate face concerns, and develop intercultural competence. You can learn more about her work and contact her through her website.
David Livermore: He is the president and partner of the Cultural Intelligence Center, a research and training organization that helps individuals and organizations improve their cultural intelligence, which is the ability to adapt and function effectively across different cultural contexts. He is the author of several books on cultural intelligence, such as Leading with Cultural Intelligence and Driven by Difference. You can learn more about his work and contact him through his website.
Pellegrino Riccardi: He is a cross-cultural expert, speaker, and trainer who helps individuals and organizations communicate and collaborate effectively across cultures. He has lived and worked in Italy, Norway, the UK, and the US, and has experience in various industries, such as oil and gas, engineering, and education. He is known for his engaging and humorous style of presenting and teaching. You can learn more about his work and contact him through his website.