Most of my life has been split between two continents: Europe and North America. I've lived and worked in several European countries and a number of US states. I've been a student, a university lecturer, a communication consultant, a parent, a homeowner, a dog owner, and a lot more on both continents.

 

And in between, I've packed up my entire home several times and shipped it across the Atlantic. 

 

Over the years, I have gained deep insights into personal and professional life on both continents. I know what it takes to be successful here and there. (Right now, "here" is the United States for me.) The cross-cultural hurdles between the US and Europe are not just my everyday reality - they have become my personal passion and my professional focus.​​ They are the reason why I founded TransAtlantic Coaching & Training.

 

Today, I combine my

• academic and research background: I have a Master's Degree in German, English, and Spanish translation and a Doctoral Degree focused on the role of language and culture in international business,

• passion for teaching: I have taught at Austrian and US universities and done corporate training, and

• business experience: I have worked (and still do) in our family business in the United States 

to develop highly customized programs for my clients: my expertise is focused on presentation & pitching skills, high-level business English, spontaneous speaking, business storytelling, and cultural competence. 

 

My goal is to help my clients advance the skills they need to communicate more confidently and effectively, forge great relationships, and build profitable ventures.

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Dr. Elke Framson