Ashok Patrick Pakiam

Hello,

Just a few lines to describe who I am. I am French Citizen of Indian origin. I returned to India in 2001 after living in the US for almost 12 years. I earned a BA in Economics and Philosophy from OHIO, and subsequently worked in New York City for an advertising firm (representing NBC, ABC, and CBS )and then FOX Television Sales. I was involved in research and marketing for Television shows in both jobs.

I was born in Switzerland, and have traveled extensively. My residing countries include: France, UK, Iran, US, and India. My traveling has taken me to : Vietnam, Cambodia, Dubai, Japan, Australia etc...

As a result of my International business and Travel experience, I am now a Cross-cultural communication consultant. This means:
1) I advise Indian corporate employees on how to work with foreign clients/counterparts
2) Coach Expats on how to work with Indians
3) Train European management and virtual teams on cultural communication strategy and approach.

As off January 2008 I am now based in Paris, and am therefore focussing on the 3rd type of target clients. The objective is achieve greater efficiency and productivity by minimizing mis-communication and managing expectations for effective project implementation.

It is very exciting , and especially relevant in view of India's economic growth.

I was the Lead content manager for the first cross-cultural E-learning website in India: www.globaladjustments.com

I have also contributed articles on the subject to the "Hindu" the largest circulation daily in South India:

http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/manager/2007/12/17/stories/2007121750321100.htm
http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/manager/2007/11/05/stories/2007110550921100.htm
http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/manager/2007/08/27/stories/2007082750501100.htm


I invite you to switch to my French profile for additional details.