Kay Xander Mellish
Helping Americans and Europeans understand each other better
A dual citizen of the US and Denmark, Kay Xander Mellish has worked for Fortune 500 companies in both the US and Europe, and understands the cultural quirks that sometimes drive colleagues and customers apart.
Bring in Kay for a workshop to help your team on both sides of the Atlantic work better together, and avoid both minor irritations and major roadblocks.
Kay Xander Mellish is a speaker, writer, and cultural coach based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her “How to Live in Denmark” podcast has run for more than 10 years, with more than 4 million downloads.
A Wisconsin native, Kay attended New York University and has worked as a journalist for Dow Jones/The Wall Street Journal and CNN and in corporate communications for Carlsberg and Danske Bank.
Since 2012, she has been a consultant on internationalization for a variety of Danish companies, as well as a cultural trainer, helping both Americans and Europeans examine expectations they didn't know they had.
Kay is a sought-after public speaker and the author of five books.
A dual citizen of the US and Denmark, Kay Xander Mellish has worked for Fortune 500 companies in both the US and Europe, and understands the cultural quirks that sometimes drive colleagues and customers apart.
Bring in Kay for a workshop to help your team on both sides of the Atlantic work better together, and avoid both minor irritations and major roadblocks.
Kay Xander Mellish is a speaker, writer, and cultural coach based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Her “How to Live in Denmark” podcast has run for more than 10 years, with more than 4 million downloads.
A Wisconsin native, Kay attended New York University and has worked as a journalist for Dow Jones/The Wall Street Journal and CNN and in corporate communications for Carlsberg and Danske Bank.
Since 2012, she has been a consultant on internationalization for a variety of Danish companies, as well as a cultural trainer, helping both Americans and Europeans examine expectations they didn't know they had.
Kay is a sought-after public speaker and the author of five books.
Working with Europeans/Working with Americans
Format: 60 minute keynote or breakout, or 2-3 hour workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Companies with team members in both the US and Europe
- Companies in the process of acquiring or integrating a company from across the Atlantic
- Companies or agencies with key suppliers or customers in the US or Europe
The audience will leave with:
- Specific tips...
Understanding Scandinavian Business Culture
Format: 60 minute keynote or breakout, 2-3 hour workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Companies with Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish suppliers or customers
- Companies in the process of acquiring a Swedish, Norwegian, or Danish company
- Companies with employees in Denmark, Norway, or Sweden.
The audience will leave with:
- A better understanding of...
Denmark: The World's Happiest Country - but is it really?
Format: 45 minute breakout or keynote
This program is perfect for:
- People of Danish heritage or with an interest in Denmark
- People doing business with Denmark, or their spouses
- People planning a visit to Denmark
The audience will leave with:
- A better understanding of Denmark today, both positive and negative
- A good understanding of Danish...
How to Work in Denmark - Insights on Danish working culture
Format: 30-60 minute keynote or breakout; 2-3 hour workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Companies anywhere in the world who want to better understand their Danish co-workers
- Agencies or companies looking to recruit international workers to Denmark
The audience will leave with:
- A better understanding of Danish professional norms and...
Communicating with Europeans, for Americans
Format: 30-60 minute keynote or breakout, 2 hour workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Americans who want to communicate better with their European colleagues
- US companies that have experienced communication breakdowns with European partners
The audience will leave with:
- Specific strategies for improving business communication between the US and...
Women in business: A Nordic perspective
Format: 30 minute keynote or breakout
This program is perfect for:
- Women's groups or spouse groups with an interest in the social welfare states of Scandinavia or the Nordic countries
- NGOs or other groups interested in feminism, women's development, and women in business
The audience will leave with:
- A better understanding of how Nordic social systems...
