About us
Our story
At TCO International we have a long history of helping individuals and organizations achieve success on a global scale. We started in Cambridge, England, in the 1990s helping individuals acquire the international communication skills needed to work across borders in Europe. Then in the 2000s, we switched gears, set up a sister company in Italy and started helping organizations build their people skills to deliver on their global strategies.
In the past 5 years with organizations facing increasing complexity and unpredictability, we have been focusing on projects that bring people together and make connections, whether at the individual, team, or organizational level. Regardless of the context, our purpose has remained the same: to design and deliver projects that make a tangible but sustainable contribution to uniting people across the three Ds: Diversity, Distance and Disruption.
Our Success in Numbers
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34
years developing people
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150
major client organisations
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180
yearly projects delivered
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2000
yearly participants
David Trickey
A TCO International Partner and co-founder is a recognised expert in developing intercultural collaboration. He has significantly contributed to the field by developing innovative tools like the Team Trust Indicator and the Influencing Agility Indicator. Having led hundreds of projects, David now uses that experience to support international leadership teams in developing their own maturity as a team and in shaping the organisational culture around them. David works in both English and Italian.
Memfi Sappa
A facilitator and expert in multicultural team building and leadership development, uses her Italian heritage and global experience in every project she runs in TCO. Specialising in cross-cultural awareness, personal branding, and motivation, she utilises her theatrical improv background to inspire and engage. Memfi's work with major multinationals and her contribution to diversity & inclusion supports her commitment to nurturing young global leaders. Based in Turin, she speaks fluent Italian and English.
Sabrina Trickey
TCO's Digital Learning & Design Specialist excels in melding AI with new technologies to enhance our programs into enjoyable learning experiences. She's the mastermind behind our engaging platforms as well as any tools utilised with our programs. Sabrina also looks after our branding, seamlessly integrating design and tech to elevate our internal and participant experiences.
Meet the Team
Tiziana Redoni
The administrative and financial cornerstone at our company, adeptly managing our company’s day-to-day operations and fiscal responsibilities. With meticulous attention to detail and a knack for numbers, Tiziana ensures smooth financial processes and administrative efficiency, underpinning the stability and growth of our dynamic business.
Bastian Küntzel
TCO Partner and author of 'The Learner's Journey.' An expert in experiential learning for two decades, he specializes in culture, communication, and leadership. Holding a Master's in Intercultural Communication and Adult Education, Bastian collaborates globally with leading companies and the United Nations to craft bespoke training programs. Fluent in German and English, he's based in Wroclaw, Poland
Nigel Ewington
A TCO International co-founder, excels in developing global agility across diverse and changing environments, leveraging 30 years of experience with over 100 organizations. Renowned for enhancing cross-boundary collaboration, he's a skilled presenter and facilitator, pioneering TCO's unique global leadership models, and advancing practical workplace learning.
Irene Gualandi
A seasoned Project Manager with a decade of multicultural project leadership expertise in the area of people development and organizational change. Known for her adaptability and strategic foresight, Irene is the bridge between our internal team and our customers, guiding projects with clarity, structure and purpose. She's enhanced her skills through PRINCE2 mentorship, an Executive Master in Project Management and Agile Methodology, and PMI certification.
Thomas Katan
A trained coach, championing holistic growth and the unleashing our potential to strengthen the global ecosystem we all inhabit. Clients praise his intuitive grasp of their core issues, fostering confidence to navigate life's uncertainties. Specialising in bio-psychosomatics and non-violent communication, he supports people in articulating their emotional state and adapting to others while maintaining their sense of purpose and distinct identity.
Alessia Turi
Our Learning Coordinator brings a rich background in International Cooperation from her roles with the Italian Ministry of the Interior and the United Nations. She is the essential conduit connecting our team projects with our clients and associates.
Our Global Associate Team
Our global presence is in:
Italy
Germany
France
Belgium
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Poland
Greece
Romania
Sweden
Saudia Arabia
India
China
Singapore
United States
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina