About Me

Welcome to Dr. Sarah Louisa Birchley’s Website
Connecting people, cultures, and ideas through research, teaching, and consulting.

I am a university professor, consultant, and researcher based in Japan with over two decades of experience in organizational behavior, diaspora entrepreneurship, and intercultural communication. My mission is to inspire individuals and organizations to thrive in a globalized world by bridging cultural gaps and sharing practical, research-based insights.

What I Do:

• Conduct innovative research on diaspora entrepreneurship and cross-cultural dynamics.

• Teach and mentor students and professionals to build global mindsets.

• Provide consulting and workshops to organizations seeking to enhance intercultural effectiveness.

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Career Highlights:

• Director of international exchange programs connecting Japan with universities worldwide.

• Extensive research on Nikkei entrepreneurs in Japan, Mexico, and Brazil.

• Developer of innovative teaching units on intercultural communication and entrepreneurship.

• Regular speaker at conferences and guest lecturer at universities internationally.

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