I embarked on an international business career in 1981. That decision greatly enriched my life. This is the first in my series of interviews with executive women working in international business. These power women work in companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500 conglomerates. If you are … [Read more...]
My Top Ten Speaking Tips
June 4, 2011 By 16 Comments
My public speaking tips were developed by doing, watching and teaching. Public Speaking Training I love public speaking. I began doing it during my 20 years as an executive in Japan. Early on, I took advantage of participating in Toast Masters at the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ). … [Read more...]
Esther Dyson Visionary Extraordinaire
March 24, 2009 By 30 Comments
When I met Esther Dyson over 20 years ago she was already playing a very important role in tech. I subscribed to her Release 1.0 newsletter and flew in from Japan to attend her star-studded annual PC Forums in Arizona. Esther has never stood still. She is an observer, analyst, connector, … [Read more...]
Tokyo is Never Boring: Life on the Trains
May 29, 2008 By 10 Comments
I'm sitting on my second floor lanai in Kauai writing this. We bought this house in 2004 as a stopping off point between Tokyo and the US mainland. It's just before sunset, my favorite time of day. Greenery and flowers are popping color against the dramatic blue of the ocean beyond. A sharp … [Read more...]
Woman Power on Display at Pangea Day Event
May 10, 2008 By 3 Comments
Pangea Day was created from the vision of Jehane Noujaim who was awarded the prestigious TED prize in 2006. TED asked her to make a wish to change the world and hers was to bring the world together through the power of film. I had the pleasure of attending the live filming of Pangea Day at Sony … [Read more...]
Join Pangea Day!
May 10, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Today is Pangea Day! I am on my way to Sony Studios in LA to join the event there. You can participate in this important global event through Current TV, the internet or other possible venues in your area. Please check it out. … [Read more...]
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