Mary Lou Cunanan
Mary Lou Cunanan
International Business Consultant, Educator, and Cultural Advocate
Mary Lou Cunanan is a distinguished consultant and educator with a deep-rooted passion for international business, education, and cultural advocacy. She has worked in over 30 countries across Europe, Asia, North and South America, and the Caribbean, bringing a wealth of knowledge and global insights to her consulting work. A TEDx speaker and Executive MBA graduate, Mary Lou leverages her extensive experience to guide clients through strategic challenges, especially in education, cultural diplomacy, and business development.
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Areas of Expertise
International Business Development: Supporting businesses in expanding across borders, especially in ASEAN markets.
Cross-Cultural Communications: Advising on effective communication strategies for multinational teams.
Strategic Leadership and Education: Developing leadership programs and executive coaching for organizations and academic institutions.
Women’s Empowerment and Advocacy: Championing initiatives that promote gender equality and cultural recognition globally.
Key Achievements and Certifications
100 Most Influential Filipina Global Award recipient, 2016.
Founder of Suyomano, a platform promoting Filipino culture internationally.
Master Faculty Certification from the X-Culture program, providing hands-on international collaboration experience.
Harvard Business Publishing Education Faculty Advisor for the Philippines.
TEDx speaker and TEDx Executive Coach for TEDx Philippines.
Published writer for Philippine Daily Mirror, highlighting remarkable Filipinos worldwide.
Services Offered
- Cross-Cultural Communications Training
- Strategic Consulting for International Business Expansion
- Executive Education and Leadership Development
- Women’s Empowerment Workshops and Advocacy Programs
- Public Relations and Communication Strategies for Global Businesses
Client Testimonials
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"Mary Lou’s ability to bridge cultural gaps helped us tremendously in navigating complex international business negotiations. Her insights were invaluable to our success in expanding across ASEAN."
– Susan P., CEO, Global Solutions -
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"Mary Lou’s strategic advice helped our team understand cross-cultural dynamics more deeply. Her training empowered our leaders to communicate more effectively across diverse markets."
– David K., Regional Director, Global Business Leaders -
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"Mary Lou’s deep expertise in international business and cross-cultural communication transformed the way we operate. Her insights were key in successfully entering new markets while maintaining strong team cohesion across borders."
– John M., COO, GlobalTech Solutions
Case Studies and Success Stories
Empowering a Global Team for Cross-Cultural Success:
In 2023, Mary Lou provided leadership training for a multinational company struggling with cross-cultural communication. Through tailored workshops and strategic coaching, she helped the team improve collaboration, resulting in a 20% increase in project efficiency.
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