INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMACY
International Diplomacy with Cultural Intelligence
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HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
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ONLINE COURSES & RESOURCES
Downloadable Cultural Awareness Scorecards / Checklists for government officials and business leaders who plan, host and attend international delegations & trade missions
Customised pre-departure webinar for international delegations & trade missions: Country Overview for Doing Business in [destination country]
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COACHING, TRAINING & ADVICE
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International Diplomacy Coaching: hosting and attending international delegations
Cross-Cultural Business Coaching: business diplomacy essentials (country-specific)
Intercultural Coaching for staff on international postings or assignments
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Examples
Pre-departure, international diplomacy coaching for mayoral overseas delegations
Intercultural Coaching for Australian Government Trade Commissioners and staff on overseas postings
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CONSULTANCY PROJECTS
Design of in-house training / onboarding Cross-Cultural Diplomacy programs for government officials and business leaders who plan, host and attend international delegations & trade missions
Strategic review of Sister City Relationships
CRAIG SHIM'S EXPERIENCE
International Diplomacy with Cultural Intelligence



SINGAPORE EMBASSY DIPLOMATIC ONBOARDING PROGRAMS
Whilst based in Myanmar, Craig oversaw the design and delivery of cultural onboarding programs for new diplomats to the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Yangon on behalf of the RVi Institute.
MAYORAL OVERSEAS DELEGATIONS
Prior to delegations and missions into Asia, Craig was engaged on each occasion to provide pre-departure, international diplomacy coaching for the Mayor of Longreach and his delegation team.
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SISTER CITY RELATIONSHIPS, CITY OF MORETON BAY
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Craig was engaged to review City of Moreton Bay's existing Sister City Relationships and provide recommendations on:
- Whether to continue with the region’s exiting Sister City Relationships
- Opportunities for new Sister City Relationships
- Ways to fully leverage the relationships
- Ongoing management of the relationships
Council endorsed all of Craig's recommendations.
INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMACY
Featured Courses
Discover how to bridge cultural gaps and create stronger connections with your customers, clients, and colleagues.
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As a qualified intercultural business consultant, I'll guide you through actionable steps to build trust, navigate frustrations, and ensure your approach is truly inclusive.
TAKE A LOOKStruggling to adapt to workplace meetings in the USA, UK, or Australia?
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As a qualified intercultural business consultant, I'll guide you through cross-cultural communication techniques to help you speak up with confidence, influence discussions, and ensure your contributions are recognised.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to navigate workplace meetings effectively while staying true to your communication style, no matter your cultural background.
TAKE A LOOKINSTRUCTOR PROFILE
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As a qualified intercultural business consultant, I specialise in enhancing cross-cultural business and relational skills. Having lived abroad for much of my career, I've gained valuable insights into how cultural competency is crucial for building strong relationships. Drawing on this experience, I provide coaching, training, and advice to corporate and government clients to boost their cross-cultural capabilities.
My intercultural guidance is trusted by companies like Boeing, Nike, PepsiCo, and Mastercard, as well as the Australian Government and United Nations agencies. I also serve on several advisory panels, including those for the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Australian Public Service Commission.
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Craig Shim, Director, Alphacrane Intercultural Specialists
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